Paul E. Smith
About Paul E. Smith
Paul E. Smith is a lawyer based in Boulder, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2009. Paul E. Smith is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boulder, Colorado
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1980
Location: Boulder, CO
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