Atty. John David Smart

Atty. John David Smart

Mr. John David Smart is a lawyer practicing immigration, labor and employment, litigation and 1 other area of law.

Dallas Dallas 39 Years Experience 39 year
Call (945) 212-3754

Profile Summary

About John David Smart at a glance

John David Smart is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, immigration, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma Arkansas Eastern District Court U.S. Court of Appeals Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Co (1987) and Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern District Court (1991). Educated at University of Arkansas (J.D., 1987) and Vanderbilt University B.A. magna cum laude Vanderbilt University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Dallas Young Lawyers Association American Immigration Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John David Smart is a lawyer practicing immigration, labor and employment, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices at Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John David Smart's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John David Smart handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

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Immigration Law

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Civil Litigation

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 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 John David Smart

Where is John David Smart's law office located?
John David Smart's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John David Smart handle?
John David Smart focuses on employment, immigration, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John David Smart practiced law?
John David Smart has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John David Smart go to law school?
John David Smart earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (—).
How can I contact John David Smart for a consultation?
You can contact John David 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.
What awards or recognition has John David Smart received?
John David Smart's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Arkansas
- 1987
Vanderbilt University B.A. magna cum laude Vanderbilt University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma Arkansas Eastern District Court U.S. Court of Appeals Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Co
Admitted: 1987
Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern District Court
Admitted: 1991

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