Atty. Paul D. Smith

Atty. Paul D. Smith

Mr. Paul D.

Houston Houston 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul D. Smith at a glance

Paul D. Smith is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Axelrod, Smith & Kirshbaum. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Texas (1974), U.S. Tax Court Texas Eastern District Court (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1992). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1974) and Dallas Baptist University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Paul D. Smith is a lawyer practicing mediation, litigation, corporate and 2 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Dallas Baptist University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Paul practices at Axelrod, Smith & Kirshbaum in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Paul D. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Paul D. Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Paul D. Smith is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Texas →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Paul D. Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Texas →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Paul D. Smith is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Texas →

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 Paul D. Smith

Where is Paul D. Smith's law office located?
Paul D. Smith's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Axelrod, Smith & Kirshbaum. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul D. Smith handle?
Paul D. Smith focuses on business, m&a, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Paul D. Smith practiced law?
Paul D. Smith has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Paul D. Smith go to law school?
Paul D. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Paul D. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Paul D. Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Paul D. Smith received?
Paul D. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Southern Methodist University
- 1974
B.A.
Dallas Baptist University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Tax Court Texas Eastern District Court
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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