Atty. Emily Smith

Atty. Emily Smith

Emily Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Energy Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Emily, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2026.

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Profile Summary

About Emily Smith at a glance

Emily Smith is a business, m&a, and energy attorney based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Emily Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Energy Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Emily, who practices law in Dallas, Texas, has been recognized since 2026
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Emily is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Emily Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Emily 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.

Emily Smith is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Emily Smith is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Texas →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Emily Smith is one of 32,699 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Texas →

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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Emily Smith

Where is Emily Smith's law office located?
Emily Smith's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Emily Smith handle?
Emily Smith focuses on business, m&a, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How can I contact Emily Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Emily 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 Emily Smith received?
Emily Smith's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026

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