Alvah O. "Al" Smith
About Alvah O. Smith
Alvah O. Smith is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Alvah O. Smith is recognized in the following practice area:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Family Law
Current Firm: Levine Smith Coburn & Koslin LLC
Education: University of Georgia, J.D., graduated 1982 and Auburn University, BA, graduated 1979
Location: Atlanta, GA
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