Atty. Mary Ellen Smyth
Ms. Mary Ellen Smyth is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense.
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Mary Ellen Smyth is an US Attorney's Off., Southern Dist. of TX based in Laredo, Texas. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1984). Educated at St. Mary's University (J.D., 1984) and St. Edward's University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Laredo, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Ms. Mary Ellen Smyth is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal defense
- Mary received a B.A. degree from St. Edward's University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Mary practices in Laredo, TX
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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 Laredo 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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