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Monica Michelle Smith
About Monica
Biography
Smith Downs Group PLLC was formed with the mission of addressing all areas of litigation, both civil and criminal.
Monica's experience includes 9 years of complex commercial litigation at one of the oldest and largest firms in Dallas, Texas. She now focuses her practice on the needs of small to medium-sized businesses, individuals, and corporations needing corporate and litigation advice.
Terrance's legal career began in the King's County DA's office in Brooklyn, N.Y., where he prosecuted felony sexual assault cases on behalf of the Sex Crimes Bureau. In 2005, Terrance relocated to Texas, where he was assigned to the Organized Crime Division and several criminal district courts, prosecuting major narcotics and homicide cases.
Monica’s big-firm experience, coupled with Terrance’s trial experience provide the client with everything needed to achieve the best possible result from inception of the case through trial.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-450 per hour
Contingency
33%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 22 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2003
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Location
Smith Downs Group, PLLC
2932 Main St. Ste 104, Dallas, TX, 75226-3360
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Monica Michelle Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"Monica is an excellent attorney. She is smart, hard-working, ethical and knowledgable. I endorse strongly endorse her."
"Monica is hands-down the sharpest attorney that I have ever had the privilege of working with. Her work ethic and attention to detail are unmatched."
Lakesha Holmes
Business lawyer
Terrance Downs
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2010
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, Smith Downs Group, PLLC
2012 - 2016
Attorney, The Smith Law Firm
2003 - 2012
Associate, Thompson & Knight
Associations
American Bar Association
Member
Dallas Bar Association
Member
Education
2002
Oklahoma City University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Washington University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English