Atty. Thomas Griffin Smart

Atty. Thomas Griffin Smart

Thomas Griffin Smart is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, oil and gas title examination, environmental and natural resources. Thomas received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas Griffin Smart at a glance

Thomas Griffin Smart is a Shareholder based in Lafayette, Louisiana, practicing at Onebane Law Firm APC. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on environmental and energy. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1982) and Texas (2013). Educated at Louisiana State University Law Center (J.D., 1982) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Lafayette, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Griffin Smart is a lawyer practicing oil and gas law, oil and gas title examination, environmental and natural resources
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Thomas practices at Onebane Law Firm APC in Lafayette, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Griffin Smart's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Griffin Smart handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Griffin Smart

Where is Thomas Griffin Smart's law office located?
Thomas Griffin Smart's law practice is located in Lafayette, Louisiana. The firm is Onebane Law Firm APC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Griffin Smart handle?
Thomas Griffin Smart focuses on environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Thomas Griffin Smart practiced law?
Thomas Griffin Smart has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Thomas Griffin Smart go to law school?
Thomas Griffin Smart earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Thomas Griffin Smart for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Griffin Smart received?
Thomas Griffin Smart's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University Law Center
- 1982
B.S.
Louisiana State University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1982
Texas
Admitted: 2013

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