Atty. Michael Joseph Smith
Mr. Michael Joseph Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury.
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Michael Joseph Smith is a Founding Attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Smith & Hassler, Attorneys At Law. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury. Admitted to practice in Texas (1980) and Oklahoma (2004). Educated at University of Houston College of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Texas (B.A., 1976). Active member of Houston Bar Association. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Michael Joseph Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Michael practices at Smith & Hassler, Attorneys At Law in Houston, TX
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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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 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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