Atty. Thomas James Smith

Atty. Thomas James Smith

Thomas James Smith is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, general practice, e-discovery analysis and technology (e-dat) group and 5 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1981, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Dallas Dallas 59 Years Experience 59 year

Profile Summary

About Thomas James Smith at a glance

Thomas James Smith is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at K&L Gates LLP. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, product liability, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1967) and California (1974). Educated at Duquesne University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Carnegie Mellon University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas James Smith is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, general practice, e-discovery analysis and technology (e-dat) group and 5 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1981, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Thomas practices at K&L Gates LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas James Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

Thomas James Smith is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Texas →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Thomas James Smith is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Texas →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Thomas James Smith is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →

Product Liability

Thomas James Smith is one of 60,257 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Texas →

Environmental Law

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

Thomas James Smith is one of 50,776 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Dallas 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas James Smith

Where is Thomas James Smith's law office located?
Thomas James Smith's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is K&L Gates LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas James Smith handle?
Thomas James Smith focuses on personal injury, employment, business, product liability, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Thomas James Smith practiced law?
Thomas James Smith has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Thomas James Smith go to law school?
Thomas James Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Thomas James Smith for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas James Smith received?
Thomas James Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duquesne University School of Law
- 1987
B.A.
Carnegie Mellon University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1967
California
Admitted: 1974

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