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About Brock R. Smith at a glance
Brock R. Smith is a Managing Partner based in Decatur, Texas, practicing at Smith-Hughes Law Firm, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and business. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1975). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1975) and Texas Tech University (B.A. Government, 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas College of the State Bar of Texas Texas District and County Attorneys Association (Director, 1985-1986) Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Decatur, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Brock R. Smith is a lawyer practicing business, creditor-debtor, criminal and 11 other areas of law
- Brock received a B.A. degree from Texas Tech University in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Brock practices at Smith-Hughes Law Firm, P.C. in Decatur, TX
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Why local counsel matters in Texas
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 Decatur 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 andnue, 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.
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