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- Since 2000
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Matthew C. Smith at a glance
Verified credentials for Matthew C. Smith sourced from Pettit Kohn Ingrassia Lutz & Dolin PC.
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- 2006
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Matthew C. Smith represents clients in San Diego, California across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About Matthew C. Smith
Matthew C. Smith has extensive experience in all aspects of civil litigation, including trials, arbitrations, and mediations. Matt represents individuals and business clients on a wide variety of professional and business litigation matters. He has served as lead counsel or co-counsel in more than a dozen trials and arbitrations. Matt also handled several successful appeals and has argued before the Fourth District Court of Appeal.
Matt earned his Juris Doctor from Washington & Lee University School of Law and his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. While attending law school, Matt was awarded the American Bankruptcy Institiute Medal of Excellence and won both the John W. Davis Moot Court Competition and the American Bar Association Negotiation Competition.
Matt’s primary focus is professional liability and business litigation matters. He is admitted to practice before all California State Courts and the U.S. District Court for the Southern & Central Districts of California.
Credentials
Education
Washington and Lee University
J.D. · 2000
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
California
2000 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — San Diego Magazine,
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers 2021-2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — San Diego
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers
2026
Locations
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Pettit Kohn Ingrassia Lutz & Dolin PC
11622 El Camino Real, Suite 300
San Diego, California 11622
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What areas of law does Matthew C. Smith practice?
Matthew C. Smith focuses on Business, General, and Litigation.
Where is Matthew C. Smith located?
Matthew C. Smith primarily serves clients in San Diego, California, with an office at 11622 El Camino Real, Suite 300.
How experienced is Matthew C. Smith?
Matthew C. Smith has 26 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2000.
Is Matthew C. Smith a verified attorney?
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How can I schedule a consultation with Matthew C. Smith?
You can book a consultation through LawyersListed directly from this page. Initial outreach can also be made by phone at 858-755-8500.
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