Atty. J. Allen Smith

Atty. J. Allen Smith

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Dallas Dallas 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (817) 476-3712 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About J. Allen Smith at a glance

J. Allen Smith is a Member based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at SettlePou. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court for the Eastern Di (1984). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Southern Methodist University (B.B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. J. Allen Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, financial services litigation, eminent domain and condemnation and 2 other areas of law
  • J. received a B.B.A. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • J. practices at SettlePou in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

J. Allen Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Allen 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.

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Land Use & Zoning

J. Allen Smith is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

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J. Allen Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 andnue, 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 J. Allen Smith

Where is J. Allen Smith's law office located?
J. Allen Smith's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is SettlePou. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Allen Smith handle?
J. Allen Smith focuses on business, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has J. Allen Smith practiced law?
J. Allen Smith has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did J. Allen Smith go to law school?
J. Allen Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.B.A., 1981).
How can I contact J. Allen Smith for a consultation?
You can contact J. Allen 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 J. Allen Smith received?
J. Allen Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1984
B.B.A.
Southern Methodist University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. District Court for the Eastern Di
Admitted: 1984

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