Atty. Darrell K. Smart

Atty. Darrell K. Smart

Darrell K. Smart is a lawyer practicing personal injury, torts, workers' compensation and 4 other areas of law.

Yakima Yakima 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Yakima, WA · 41+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Darrell K. Smart at a Glance

Darrell K. Smart is a Member based in Yakima, Washington, practicing at Smart, Connell, Childers & Verhulp, P.S.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on sexual harassment, personal injury, employment, workers comp, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Washington (1985). Educated at Brigham Young University (J.D., 1982) and Ricks College (A.A. Utah, 1979). Active member of Yakima County and Washington State Bar Associations Washington State Trial Lawyers Association (Eagle Member) Japan American Society. Serves clients in Yakima, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Darrell K. Smart

  • Darrell K. Smart is a lawyer practicing personal injury, torts, workers' compensation and 4 other areas of law
  • Darrell received a A.A. degree from Ricks College in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Darrell practices at Smart, Connell, Childers & Verhulp, P.S. in Yakima, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Darrell K. Smart's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Darrell K. Smart handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Yakima.

Sexual Harassment in Yakima

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Personal Injury in Yakima

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.

Darrell K. Smart is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →

Employment Law in Yakima

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

Darrell K. Smart is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →

Workers Compensation in Yakima

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Motorcycle Accidents in Yakima

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Yakima

Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Yakima are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Yakima Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Yakima-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Darrell K. Smart

Where is Darrell K. Smart's law office located?
Darrell K. Smart's law practice is located in Yakima, Washington. The firm is Smart, Connell, Childers & Verhulp, P.S.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Darrell K. Smart handle?
Darrell K. Smart focuses on sexual harassment, personal injury, employment, workers comp, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Darrell K. Smart practiced law?
Darrell K. Smart has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Darrell K. Smart go to law school?
Darrell K. Smart earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.A. Utah, 1979).
How can I contact Darrell K. Smart for a consultation?
You can contact Darrell K. Smart 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.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Yakima Choose Darrell K. Smart

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 Darrell K. Smart's practice in the field of sexual harassment, personal injury, employment, workers comp, and motorcycle.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Darrell K. Smart brings 41+ 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 sexual harassment, personal injury, and employment, Darrell K. Smart can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Yakima

A Yakima-based practice means Darrell K. Smart 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 Darrell K. Smart Handles in Yakima

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Darrell K. Smart has experience with under Washington law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Car accident injury claims
Personal Injury
Slip and fall cases
Personal Injury
Wrongful death suits
Personal Injury
Workers' compensation appeals
Personal Injury
Wrongful termination claims
Employment
Workplace discrimination
Employment
Wage and hour disputes
Employment
Non-compete agreement review
Employment
Work-related injury claims
Workers Comp
Occupational disease benefits
Workers Comp
Employer retaliation
Workers Comp
Disability rating disputes
Workers Comp

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Darrell K. Smart directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Brigham Young University
- 1982
A.A. Utah
Ricks College
- 1979

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Washington
Admitted: 1985

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