Atty. Eric James Smith
Eric James Smith is a lawyer practicing probate, guardianship, wills and 9 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1996, and has been licensed for 21 years.
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Eric James Smith is a Principal based in Arlington, Texas, practicing at Law Office of Eric J. Smith. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Texas (2005). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 2004) and Baylor University (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Arlington, Tarrant County and Denton County Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Arlington, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Eric James Smith is a lawyer practicing probate, guardianship, wills and 9 other areas of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1996, and has been licensed for 21 years
- Eric practices at Law Office of Eric J. Smith in Arlington, TX
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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 Arlington 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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