Atty. Karen Cooper Smith

Atty. Karen Cooper Smith

Ms. Karen Cooper Smith is a lawyer practicing estate planning.

Dallas Dallas 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (346) 586-6227 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Karen Cooper Smith at a glance

Karen Cooper Smith is a estate planning attorney based in Dallas, Texas. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Texas (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1986), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1987). Educated at Baylor University (J.D., 1985) and Baylor University (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Karen Cooper Smith is a lawyer practicing estate planning
  • Karen received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Karen practices in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Karen Cooper Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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 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 Karen Cooper Smith

Where is Karen Cooper Smith's law office located?
Karen Cooper Smith's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karen Cooper Smith handle?
Karen Cooper Smith focuses on estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Karen Cooper Smith practiced law?
Karen Cooper Smith has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Karen Cooper Smith go to law school?
Karen Cooper Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Karen Cooper Smith for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Baylor University
- 1985
B.A.
Baylor University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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