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Atty. Charles R. Smith

Atty. Charles R. Smith

Charles R. Smith is a lawyer practicing professions background, ethics & professional responsibility, civic activities and 8 other areas of law.

Dallas Dallas 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles R. Smith at a glance

Charles R. Smith is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at K&L Gates LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on trusts, employment, business, m&a, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1974). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 1974) and Syracuse University (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles R. Smith is a lawyer practicing professions background, ethics & professional responsibility, civic activities and 8 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.S. degree from Syracuse University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Charles practices at K&L Gates LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Charles R. Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles R. Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Charles R. Smith is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Charles R. Smith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Charles R. Smith is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Texas →

Employment Contracts

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Jurisdictional Context

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 Dallas 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles R. Smith

Where is Charles R. Smith's law office located?
Charles R. Smith's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is K&L Gates LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles R. Smith handle?
Charles R. Smith focuses on trusts, employment, business, m&a, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Charles R. Smith practiced law?
Charles R. Smith has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Charles R. Smith go to law school?
Charles R. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact Charles R. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Charles R. Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Charles R. Smith received?
Charles R. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 1974
B.S.
Syracuse University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1974

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