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About Richard E. Smith at a glance
Richard E. Smith is a Member based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at The Law Office of Stephen C. Gaubert. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Texas (1992) and Louisiana (2001). Educated at Texas Southern University (J.D., 1991) and University of Southwestern Louisiana (B.S.B.A., 1980). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Richard E. Smith is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers' compensation
- Richard received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1980, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Richard practices at The Law Office of Stephen C. Gaubert in Lafayette, LA
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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.
Richard E. Smith is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Richard E. Smith is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Louisiana →
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Why local counsel matters in Louisiana
Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lafayette are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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