Atty. Craig S. Smith

Atty. Craig S. Smith

Phi Delta Phi.

Corpus Christi Corpus Christi 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Craig S. Smith at a glance

Craig S. Smith is a Partner based in Corpus Christi, Texas, practicing at Welder Leshin Lorenz Buchanan Hawn LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business and health care. Admitted to practice in Texas (1989), Illinois (1989), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1993). Educated at University of Texas (J.D. Finance, 1989) and University of Texas (B.B.A. Finance, 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Corpus Christi, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Practice Areas Explained

Craig S. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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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 Corpus Christi 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 Craig S. Smith

Where is Craig S. Smith's law office located?
Craig S. Smith's law practice is located in Corpus Christi, Texas. The firm is Welder Leshin Lorenz Buchanan Hawn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Craig S. Smith handle?
Craig S. Smith focuses on business, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Craig S. Smith practiced law?
Craig S. Smith has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Craig S. Smith go to law school?
Craig S. Smith earned their education at (J.D. Finance, 1989); (B.B.A. Finance, 1986).
How can I contact Craig S. Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Craig S. Smith received?
Craig S. Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Finance
University of Texas
- 1989
B.B.A. Finance
University of Texas
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1989
Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1993

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