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William J. Smith is a criminal defense attorney based in Houston, Texas. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1968) and Texas Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1971). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1968) and Wake Forest University B.S. (—). Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. William J. Smith is a lawyer practicing criminal, other, criminal defense
- William received a B.S. degree from Wake Forest University, and has been licensed for 58 years
- William practices in Houston, TX
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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 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 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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