Atty. Michael Bland Smith

Atty. Michael Bland Smith

Mr. Michael Bland Smith is a lawyer practicing oil & gas, oil field cleanups & spill response actions, general litigation and 1 other area of law.

Houston Houston 43 J. Erfahrung 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Bland Smith at a glance

Michael Bland Smith is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Fowler Rodriguez. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on litigation, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Second Circuit Court of Appeals (1983). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1982) and University of California, Berkeley (M.A. University, 1979). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael Bland Smith is a lawyer practicing oil & gas, oil field cleanups & spill response actions, general litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a M.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Michael practices at Fowler Rodriguez in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Bland Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Energy & Utilities Law

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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 Houston 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 Michael Bland Smith

Where is Michael Bland Smith's law office located?
Michael Bland Smith's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Fowler Rodriguez. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Bland Smith handle?
Michael Bland Smith focuses on litigation, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Michael Bland Smith practiced law?
Michael Bland Smith has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Michael Bland Smith go to law school?
Michael Bland Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (M.A. University, 1979).
How can I contact Michael Bland Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1982
M.A. University
University of California, Berkeley
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Second Circuit Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1983

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