Auto Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Fort Worth, TX · 37+ Years Experience
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About Daniel J. Smith at a Glance
Daniel J. Smith is a Member based in Fort Worth, Texas, practicing at Smith & Smith. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals US Court of Federal Claims U.S. District Court, Northern, South (1989). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1989) and Baylor University (B.B.A., 1986). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Dallas Bar Association Dallas Association of Young Lawyers. Serves clients in Fort Worth, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel J. Smith
- Mr. Daniel J. Smith is a lawyer practicing auto accidents, truck accidents, work injuries and 10 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Daniel practices at Smith & Smith in Fort Worth, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel J. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel J. Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Worth.
Car Accidents in Fort Worth
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel J. Smith is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Texas →
Truck Accidents in Fort Worth
Daniel J. Smith is one of 4,910 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Texas →
Medical Malpractice in Fort Worth
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Daniel J. Smith is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Texas →
Wrongful Death in Fort Worth
Daniel J. Smith is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Texas →
Personal Injury in Fort Worth
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.
Daniel J. Smith is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Worth
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 Fort Worth 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.
Fort Worth Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Worth-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 Fort Worth Choose Daniel J. 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 Daniel J. Smith's practice in the field of car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel J. Smith brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, truck accidents, and medical malpractice, Daniel J. Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Worth
A Fort Worth-based practice means Daniel J. Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel J. Smith Handles in Fort Worth
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel J. 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 Daniel J. Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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