Atty. William Scott Smith

Atty. William Scott Smith

Mr. William Scott Smith is a lawyer practicing municipal finance, public finance, securities and 7 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (601) 586-5617 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William Scott Smith at a glance

William Scott Smith is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Smith, Murdaugh, Little & Bonham, L.L.P.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on real estate, tax, securities, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in Texas (1995). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1995) and Texas A & M University (B.B.A., 1988). Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas National Association of Bond Lawyers. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William Scott Smith is a lawyer practicing municipal finance, public finance, securities and 7 other areas of law
  • William received a B.B.A. degree from Texas A & M University in 1988, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • William practices at Smith, Murdaugh, Little & Bonham, L.L.P. in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

William Scott Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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Tax Law

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Securities Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Energy & Utilities 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Scott Smith

Where is William Scott Smith's law office located?
William Scott Smith's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Smith, Murdaugh, Little & Bonham, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Scott Smith handle?
William Scott Smith focuses on real estate, tax, securities, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has William Scott Smith practiced law?
William Scott Smith has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did William Scott Smith go to law school?
William Scott Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.B.A., 1988).
How can I contact William Scott Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
South Texas College of Law
- 1995
B.B.A.
Texas A & M University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1995

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