Atty. Roy Smith
Mr. Roy Smith is a lawyer practicing administrative and public, alternative dispute resolution, appellate: civil and 17 other areas of law.
Administrative And Public & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 51+ Years Experience
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About Roy Smith at a Glance
Roy Smith is a trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Anderson, Smith, Null & Stofer, L.L.P.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals US Supreme Court (1975). Educated at Texas Southern University (J.D., 1975). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Roy Smith
- Mr. Roy Smith is a lawyer practicing administrative and public, alternative dispute resolution, appellate: civil and 17 other areas of law
- Roy has been licensed for 51 years
- Roy practices at Anderson, Smith, Null & Stofer, L.L.P. in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Roy Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Roy Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Trusts in Houston
Roy Smith is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Texas →
Personal Injury in Houston
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.
Roy Smith is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →
Criminal Defense in Houston
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Roy Smith is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Texas →
Family Law in Houston
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Roy Smith is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Texas →
Estate Planning & Probate in Houston
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Roy Smith is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
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 venue, 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.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose Roy Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Roy Smith's practice in the field of trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Roy Smith brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, personal injury, and criminal defense, Roy Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Roy Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Roy Smith Handles in Houston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Roy Smith has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Roy Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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