Frederick T. "Fritz" Smith
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013 About Frederick T. Smith
Frederick T. Smith is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Frederick T. Smith is recognized in the following practice area:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Education: University of Pennsylvania, J.D., graduated 1998
Location: Atlanta, GA
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