Todd W. Smith
About Todd W. Smith
Todd W. Smith is a lawyer based in Irvine, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Todd W. Smith is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Irvine, California
- Commercial Litigation
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Umberg Zipser LLP
Education: University of Southern California, J.D., graduated 2002
Location: Irvine, CA
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