About Alexander O.
Alexander O. Lichtner built an early foundation in economics before turning to the law. He earned a B.A. in economics from the University of California, Santa Cruz and completed his legal training at the University of California, Davis, School of Law, receiving his J.D. in 1978. Those academic years shaped a practical approach to litigation and client issues.
After law school, Lichtner entered California’s legal community. Over the decades he has maintained an ongoing presence in advocacy and courtroom work. He holds memberships in the State Bar of California, the American Trial Lawyers Association, California Consumer Lawyers and Sacramento Consumer Lawyers. Those affiliations reflect steady engagement with both trial practice and consumer protection concerns.
Lichtner’s career has included advisory and trial responsibilities. He is listed as Of Counsel at Edward A Smith Law Offices. In that role he has advised on case strategy and assisted in preparing matters for trial. The Of Counsel title reflects a mix of counsel work and courtroom experience rather than a strict managerial post.
Colleagues describe Lichtner as pragmatic and detail-oriented in court filings and witness preparation. He has worked on cases that required careful fact development and focused advocacy. Over time his practice has intersected with consumer-oriented groups and trial bar organizations, which has kept him connected to developments in litigation practice and consumer law trends.
Lichtner’s professional memberships have kept him involved in continuing legal education and peer networks. He participates in organizations that emphasize trial skills and consumer protections. Those connections offer regular opportunities to stay current on case law and procedural updates.
Outside the courtroom, Lichtner’s background in economics informs how he evaluates damages and settlements. That perspective has been useful when assessing case value and advising clients on realistic outcomes. It also shapes how he communicates complex financial concepts to juries and judges.
Now in practice, Lichtner serves Of Counsel at Edward A Smith Law Offices. He continues to work on litigation and consumer-related matters, applying decades of courtroom experience to current cases.
