Louis Smith, Appellate Attorney in Florham Park, New Jersey
focused on Appellate, Business, and Class Action · 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Florham Park, NJ
Trusted appellate attorney serving Florham Park.
- 4.0 ★
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Louis Smith is a shareholder based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Class Action. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Florham Park, NJ
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- Appellate · Business · Class Action
- Handles Appellate, Business, and Class Action matters from Florham Park, NJ.
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About Louis Smith: Louis Smith is a shareholder based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Class Action. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Louis takes on
Louis concentrates on appellate, business, class action, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Louis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Appellate cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Louis takes appellate matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Louis agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Louis takes business matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Louis agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Louis takes class action matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Louis agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Louis takes litigation matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Louis agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Florham Park, New Jersey
Louis takes personal injury matters in Florham Park, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Louis agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Louis Smith — appellate lawyer in Florham Park
Louis Smith is a shareholder based in Florham Park, NJ. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Class Action. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Louis Smith represents banks, financial services companies, insurance companies and other businesses in a wide range of complex litigation matters, including consumer class actions and commercial contract disputes. He has a national litigation practice and has handled matters in over 25 states. Lou has wide-ranging appellate experience, including arguments before the New Jersey Supreme Court, the New York Court of Appeals and United States Courts of Appeals throughout the country.
Concentrations
•Complex commercial litigation
•Class actions
•Appellate
•Financial services litigation
The attorney is providing legal services through and affiliated with Greenberg Traurig, LLP, a New York Limited Liability Partnership. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Judicial Clerkships
•Hon. Gary S. Stein, Supreme Court of New Jersey, 1994-1995
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America
•Appellate Practice, 2022-2026
•Commercial Litigation, 2025-2026
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, New Jersey Super Lawyers, 2009-2014, 2018-2026
•Listed, Chambers USA Guide, 2019-2025
•Member, Winning Team, New Jersey Law Journal’s ' General Litigation Department of the Year, ' 2024
•Team Member, Benchmark Litigation’s “New Jersey Law Firm of the Year,” Shortlisted, 2022, 2024
•Named, Client Service All Star, BTI Client Service All-Stars Report, 2020
•Team Member, The American Lawyer’s “Regional Litigation Department of the Year - New Jersey,” Finalist, 2019
•Team Member, U.S. News - Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Banking & Finance - Litigation, 2017
•Member, Winning Team, New Jersey Law Journal's ' Class Action Litigation Department of the Year, ' 2016
•Member, Winning Team, New Jersey Law Journal’s ' General Litigation Department of the Year ' award, 2013
•Team Member, Lexology’s Client Choice Award USA & Canada, United States: New Jersey, 2013
•Team Member, a Law360 'Appellate Practice Group of the Year,' 2010
•Listed, New Jersey Law Journal '40 Under 40,' 2006
How Louis handles appellate matters
Louis Smith represents banks, financial services companies, insurance companies and other businesses in a wide range of complex litigation matters, including consumer class actions and commercial contract disputes. He has a national litigation practice and has handled matters in over 25 states. Lou has wide-ranging appellate experience, including arguments before the New Jersey Supreme Court, the…
The kind of cases Louis takes
Louis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and class action matters in Florham Park and the surrounding New Jersey area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. 1993 Research editor Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. Rutgers Law Review Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. Order of the Coif Rutgers School of Law - N
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University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.A. · 1990
Louis studied at — in Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. 1993 Research editor Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. Rutgers Law Review Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. Order of the Coif Rutgers School of Law - N and B.A. in University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Law school and academic background
Louis completed — in Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. 1993 Research editor Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. Rutgers Law Review Rutgers School of Law - Newark J.D. Order of the Coif Rutgers School of Law - N and B.A. in University of Wisconsin-Madison. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Louis runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Louis has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Louis's professional memberships and bar associations
Litigation Counsel of America •Former Member, The Justice Morris Pashman American Inn of Court Fellow: Litigation Counsel of America • Former Member, The Justice Morris Pashman American Inn of Court Awards & Recognition • Member, Winning Team, New Jersey
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New Jersey State Bar Association (Member, Class Actions Committee)
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Morris County Bar Association
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Bar Association of the Third Federal Circuit
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American Bar Association (Co-chair, Banking and Lender Liability Litigation Subcommittee)
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Locations
Louis Smith's office in Florham Park
Louis's primary office is at 500 Campus Drive, Suite 400, Florham Park, NJ, 07932. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
500 Campus Drive, Suite 400
Florham Park, NJ 07932
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Client reviews of Louis Smith — 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Louis. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Florham Park.
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How to hire Louis Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Louis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Louis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Louis's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Louis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Florham Park, New Jersey
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Louis
Louis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Louis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Louis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Louis Smith
How much does it cost to hire Louis for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Louis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Louis offer a free consultation?
Louis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Louis's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Louis's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in New Jersey typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Louis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Louis take my case if I'm outside Florham Park?
Louis is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Louis will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Louis?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Louis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Louis accepting new appellate clients right now?
Louis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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