Douglas Smith
About Douglas Smith
Douglas Smith is a Senior Legal Assistant at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in Palo Alto, CA, where he has worked since 2015. He has a background as a Senior Paralegal at Dickstein Shapiro LLP and Howrey LLP, and holds a B.A. in History from San Diego State University and a Paralegal Certificate from Santa Clara University.
Work at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
Douglas Smith has been employed at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP as a Senior Legal Assistant since 2015. He works in the Palo Alto, California office, contributing his expertise to various legal projects and supporting attorneys in their case management. His role involves assisting with legal research, document preparation, and case organization, ensuring that all legal processes run smoothly.
Previous Experience at Dickstein Shapiro LLP
Prior to his current position, Douglas Smith served as a Senior Paralegal at Dickstein Shapiro LLP in the Silicon Valley Office from 2011 to 2015. During his four years there, he was responsible for managing complex legal documents and supporting litigation efforts. His experience in this role helped him develop skills that are essential in the legal field.
Experience at Howrey LLP
Douglas Smith worked at Howrey LLP as a Senior Litigation Paralegal from 2009 to 2011. In this position, he focused on litigation support, where he assisted attorneys with trial preparation and case management. His two years at Howrey LLP contributed to his extensive knowledge in litigation processes.
Education and Expertise
Douglas Smith studied at San Diego State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from 1989 to 1991. He furthered his education at Santa Clara University, obtaining a Certificate in Paralegal Studies from 1993 to 1994. This educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in both historical context and legal procedures.