Atty. Daniel Richard Smith
Mr. Daniel Richard Smith is a lawyer practicing healthcare, life sciences and pharmaceuticals, business litigation and 11 other areas of law.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Austin, TX · 27+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Richard Smith at a Glance
Daniel Richard Smith is a Partner based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Husch Blackwell LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1999), U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas (2006), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (2007), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas (2008). Educated at Texas Tech University (J.D., 1999) and University of Texas at Austin B.A. with high honors, 1996 Phi Beta Kappa (—). Active member of Professional Associations and Memberships •American Bar Association •Austin Bar Association, Construction Law Section •Austin Young Lawyers Association Leadership Academy, 2012 •State Bar of Texas •Texas Bar Foundation, fellow •Volunteer Legal Services. Serves clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Richard Smith
- Mr. Daniel Richard Smith is a lawyer practicing healthcare, life sciences and pharmaceuticals, business litigation and 11 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin, and has been licensed for 27 years
- Daniel practices at Husch Blackwell LLP in Austin, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Richard Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Richard Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Austin.
Employment Law in Austin
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel Richard Smith is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →
Business & Corporate Law in Austin
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel Richard Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Intellectual Property in Austin
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Daniel Richard Smith is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →
Tax Law in Austin
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Daniel Richard Smith is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Texas →
Civil Litigation in Austin
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Daniel Richard Smith is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Austin
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 Austin 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.
Austin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Austin-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 Austin Choose Daniel Richard 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 Richard Smith's practice in the field of employment, business, ip, tax, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Richard Smith brings 27+ 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 Texas, U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, Daniel Richard Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and ip, Daniel Richard Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Austin
A Austin-based practice means Daniel Richard 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 Daniel Richard Smith Handles in Austin
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Richard 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 Richard Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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