Atty. Russell Ray Smith

Atty. Russell Ray Smith

Mr. Russell Ray Smith is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, toxic torts, professional liability and 28 other areas of law.

Nacogdoches Nacogdoches 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Russell Ray Smith at a glance

Russell Ray Smith is a Member based in Nacogdoches, Texas, practicing at Fairchild, Price, Haley & Smith, L.L.P.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern District Court District Of Columbia - United Stat (1992). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A. Finance, 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Nacogdoches and Shelby County Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Houston Young Lawyers Association Texas Young Lawyers Association Texas Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Nacogdoches, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Russell Ray Smith is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, toxic torts, professional liability and 28 other areas of law
  • Russell received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Russell practices at Fairchild, Price, Haley & Smith, L.L.P in Nacogdoches, TX and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Russell Ray Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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Family Law

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Employment 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 Nacogdoches 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 Russell Ray Smith

Where is Russell Ray Smith's law office located?
Russell Ray Smith's law practice is located in Nacogdoches, Texas. The firm is Fairchild, Price, Haley & Smith, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Russell Ray Smith handle?
Russell Ray Smith focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Russell Ray Smith practiced law?
Russell Ray Smith has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Russell Ray Smith go to law school?
Russell Ray Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.B.A. Finance, 1987).
How can I contact Russell Ray Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Russell Ray 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 Russell Ray Smith received?
Russell Ray Smith's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1991
B.B.A. Finance
University of Texas at Austin
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Eastern District Court District Of Columbia - United Stat
Admitted: 1992

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