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William James Smyth
also known as Billy
About William
Biography
William “Billy” Smyth is the founding attorney of LawSmyth, APC, a law firm dedicated to providing valuable guidance in estate planning, trust and probate administration, and trust and estate litigation. With over 15 years of experience practicing law in California, William is recognized for delivering client-focused solutions with precision and care.
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Licensed in California for 16 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
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Location
LawSmyth, APC
440 East Huntington Drive, Suite 300, Arcadia, CA, 91006
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Punctuality
Posted by Sandra | December 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Genuine Service & Peace of Mind
We have been putting off handling our trust and estate matters for quite some time. It is an intimidating process that conflicts both heart and mind, which is why we needed to work with the perfect organization. LawSymth ensured we understood each step of the process. William was always knowledgable,...
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Experience
Honors
2026
2026 Southern California Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Principal, LawSmyth, APC
2023 - 2025
Senior Counsel, Ruttenberg Cutler Broomer, LLP
2023 - 2023
Attorney, RMO LLP
2022 - 2023
Senior Associate, Wright Kim Douglas, ALC
2010 - 2022
Partner, SW SMYTH LLP
2008 - 2008
Intern, Carlsmith Ball, LLP
2007 - 2008
Research Assistant, Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
Education
2009
Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of California - Irvine
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2007
Seattle University Law Review
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Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I prove I’m the executor of my husband death there was no will?
22 Jul 2020
Q&A
How to distribute an estate?
16 Jul 2020
Q&A
What happens to my parents estate if they both pass away with no will?
10 Jul 2020