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Nancy Eccles Smith, Construction Attorney in El Dorado Hills, California

Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, General, and Insurance

El Dorado Hills, CA

Practicing construction in El Dorado Hills since 1996.

30+
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Nancy Eccles Smith is an attorney based in El Dorado Hills, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Nancy has over 30 years of legal experience.

Based in
El Dorado Hills, CA
Experience
over 30 years
Known for
Construction · General · Insurance
  • Handles Construction, General, and Insurance matters from El Dorado Hills, CA.
  • Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Nancy Eccles Smith: Nancy Eccles Smith is an attorney based in El Dorado Hills, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Nancy has over 30 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Nancy takes on

Nancy concentrates on construction, general, insurance, litigation, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nancy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Construction cases in El Dorado Hills, California

Nancy takes construction matters in El Dorado Hills, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.

General cases in El Dorado Hills, California

Nancy takes general matters in El Dorado Hills, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in El Dorado Hills, California

Nancy takes insurance matters in El Dorado Hills, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in El Dorado Hills, California

Nancy takes litigation matters in El Dorado Hills, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.

Slip & Fall cases in El Dorado Hills, California

Nancy takes slip & fall matters in El Dorado Hills, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Nancy agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Nancy Eccles Smith — construction lawyer in El Dorado Hills

Nancy Eccles Smith is an attorney based in El Dorado Hills, CA. The practice focuses on Construction, General, and Insurance. Nancy has over 30 years of legal experience.

Nancy Eccles Smith is a lawyer practicing construction defect litigation, premises liability, motor vehicle law and 2 other areas of law. Nancy received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Nancy practices in El Dorado Hills, CA.

Working with Nancy on a construction matter

Nancy Eccles Smith is a lawyer practicing construction defect litigation, premises liability, motor vehicle law and 2 other areas of law. Nancy received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years. Nancy practices in El Dorado Hills, CA.

Who Nancy represents

Nancy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, general, and insurance matters in El Dorado Hills and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Santa Clara University School of Law

    J.D. · 1995

  • University of California at Davis

    B.A. · 1991

Jurisdictions

Nancy's state bar admissions

  • Washington

    2025 · ACTIVE

  • California

    1996 · ACTIVE

  • U.S District Court,

    1996 · ACTIVE

Nancy studied at J.D. in Santa Clara University School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Davis.

Law school and academic background

Nancy completed J.D. in Santa Clara University School of Law and B.A. in University of California at Davis. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nancy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Nancy Eccles Smith's office in El Dorado Hills

Nancy's primary office is at 4300 Lafayette Dr, El Dorado Hills, CA, 95762-7519. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

4300 Lafayette Dr

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762-7519

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Hiring guide

How to hire Nancy Eccles Smith — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nancy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Nancy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy'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; Nancy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a construction attorney in El Dorado Hills, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Nancy

Nancy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every construction 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. Nancy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Nancy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Nancy Eccles Smith

  • How much does it cost to hire Nancy for a construction case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nancy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Nancy offer a free consultation?

    Nancy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nancy's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Nancy's current terms during booking.

  • How long do construction cases in California typically take?

    Simple construction 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. Nancy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Nancy take my case if I'm outside El Dorado Hills?

    Nancy is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Nancy 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 Nancy?

    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. Nancy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Nancy accepting new construction clients right now?

    Nancy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Construction attorneys serving El Dorado Hills, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

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