Atty. Barry Stephen Smith
Barry Stephen Smith is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, creditors' rights, real estate and 1 other area of law. Barry Stephen received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Bankruptcy Law & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 49+ Years Experience
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About Barry Stephen Smith at a Glance
Barry Stephen Smith is a Stewart Title Guaranty Co. based in Houston, Texas. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1977), New York (1978), and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Ci (1978). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1976) and Boston University (B.A., 1973). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Barry Stephen Smith
- Barry Stephen Smith is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, creditors' rights, real estate and 1 other area of law
- Barry Stephen received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Barry Stephen practices in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Barry Stephen Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barry Stephen Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Business & Corporate Law in Houston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Barry Stephen Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Real Estate Law in Houston
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Barry Stephen Smith is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Texas →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Houston
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Barry Stephen Smith is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Texas →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Houston
Barry Stephen Smith is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Texas →
Civil Rights in Houston
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose Barry Stephen Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Barry Stephen Smith's practice in the field of business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Barry Stephen Smith brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts, U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit, and New York, Barry Stephen Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and bankruptcy, Barry Stephen Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Barry Stephen Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Barry Stephen Smith Handles in Houston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Barry Stephen Smith has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Barry Stephen Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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