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About John E. Smith II at a glance
John E. Smith II is a Member based in Friendswood, Texas, practicing at John E. Smith & Associates, P.C.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on government. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1969), U.S. District Court, District of Kansas (1969), Nebraska (1974), and Texas (1980). Educated at University of Kansas (J.D., 1969) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1965). Active member of Houston, Kansas and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Transportation Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Friendswood, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. John E. Smith II is a lawyer practicing administrative and public
- John E. received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years
- John E. practices at John E. Smith & Associates, P.C. in Friendswood, TX
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Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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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 Friendswood 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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