Atty. James Wayne Smith

Atty. James Wayne Smith

Mr. James Wayne Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice, appellate: civil, appellate: criminal.

Texarkana Texarkana 22 Years Experience 22 year
Call (870) 330-7298

Profile Summary

About James Wayne Smith at a glance

James Wayne Smith is a Staff Atty. based in Texarkana, Texas. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on appellate. Admitted to practice in Texas Arkansas -District and Circuit Courts -State - Trial Court U.S. District Court, Eastern Distri (2004) and Arkansas (2004). Educated at University of Arkansas at Little Rock (J.D., 2003) and Texas A&M University (B.B.A. Texas, 1999). Serves clients in Texarkana, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Wayne Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice, appellate: civil, appellate: criminal
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from Texas A&M University in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • James practices in Texarkana, TX

Practice Areas Explained

James Wayne Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Wayne Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Texarkana 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 James Wayne Smith

Where is James Wayne Smith's law office located?
James Wayne Smith's law practice is located in Texarkana, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Wayne Smith handle?
James Wayne Smith focuses on appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has James Wayne Smith practiced law?
James Wayne Smith has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did James Wayne Smith go to law school?
James Wayne Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.B.A. Texas, 1999).
How can I contact James Wayne Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
- 2003
B.B.A. Texas
Texas A&M University
- 1999

Bar Admissions

Texas Arkansas -District and Circuit Courts -State - Trial Court U.S. District Court, Eastern Distri
Admitted: 2004
Arkansas
Admitted: 2004

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