A Winning Combination
The partners of Smith, McDowell & Powell have been selected to the 2021 California Super Lawyers list. Jason Smith, Brad McDowell, and Jaclyn Powell have received this distinction consecutively for the last ten years. Both Smith and McDowell have been recognized...
Multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning recording artist Ariana Grande recently filed a lawsuit against the popular fashion retailer Forever 21 alleging its unauthorized use of her likeness, trademarks, and copyright material to create a false perception that Ms. Grande...
Smith, McDowell & Powell is proud to announce that Jason Smith, Brad McDowell and Jaclyn Powell have been recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine as top attorneys in Northern California! Jason and Jaclyn have now earned the “Rising Star” distinction for their fifth...
Sacramento Businesses With Big Dreams The first year of owning a business can often be daunting. From drafting a business plan, to finding a location, navigating all of the steps required to grow a successful business can sometimes deter people from taking the steps...
SMP Congratulates Newest Associate, Kimberly Van Spronsen Smith, McDowell & Powell is proud to announce that former Senior Law Clerk, Kimberly Van Spronsen recently passed the California State BAR exam and has joined our growing list of associate attorneys. ...
Smith, McDowell & Powell would like to welcome our newest associate Mary E. Coombe to the team. Mary brings with her a great deal of experience in business and civil litigation, as well as a strong background in contracts, real estate, construction law and...
Smith, McDowell & Powell Make Top Lists in Superlawyers Magazine In the August issue of Super Lawyers Magazine, three familiar names will be appearing on the annual top lists for 2016. Jason Smith, Brad McDowell and Jaclyn Powell were all recognized as...
SMP Attorneys Walk the Mile to End Domestic Violence On Saturday, April 23rd, Sacramento W.E.A.V.E. (Women Escaping a Violent Environment) will host their annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event, where over a thousand men will take a stand against violence against...
Small Businesses, Big Dreams When small businesses succeed, entire communities benefit. From the small locally-owned coffee shop on the corner, to the growing marketing agency down the street, every successful business brings employment opportunities, revenue and the...
Spring Break is just around the corner, and many travelers are taking advantage of online booking sites such as Airbnb and VRBO, which allow homeowners to lease their properties or individual rooms to guests for short-term stays. With the increase of popularity of...