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About Gary
Biography
Mr. Smart is a board certified criminal lawyer with over 37 years experience. He began his career as a prosecutor in 1989. He went into private practice in 1991. He is defended every type of criminal offense from Theft to Capital Murder. The last 5 years most of his practice has been devoted to defending persons charged with capital murder. His practice is centered on client communication. He tries to treat people they way he would want to be treated if he was in the client's position. He cannot always provide the answer the client wants but he will provide an answer. If you call him, he will call you back as soon as he can.
Board Certified Criminal Lawyer who will communicate with you and explain your options.
Board certified criminal lawyer that will work to try to get the best result possible whether that be by plea or trial. I
Because One Mistake Shouldn’t Define Your Life.
Where Federal Law Meets Fierce Defense
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
60%
38 years | 1,000 cases
Federal Crime
20%
38 years | 50 cases
DUI and DWI
10%
38 years | 1,000 cases
Domestic Violence
10%
38 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 37 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Gary Don Smart's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 5, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Client
Gary provided detailed attention to my case I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a defense attorney. He is fair and works dillegently to provide the best possible resolution.
Posted by Adam | July 4, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Did everything right
I hired Gary Smart about 10 years ago through a recommendation from a church member. I was in a very tight legal situation out of Denton County after admitting to being partiality guilt to a crime and believing the detective would hold up to his promise to me of dropping the felony to a misdemeanor. ...
Posted by anonymous | March 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Helpful
I have consulted Gary Smart on several legal issues. He is prompt in responding and resolving the issue. I would hire him and have recommended him to family and friends.
Posted by anonymous | November 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Incompetent
Hired him to defend my son - he would have been better off with a public defender. Mr. Smart couldn't even pronounce my son's last name correctly and appeared to doze off twice during the jury trial. He was totally inept and unprofessional. My son spent two years in state prison and 10 years on proba...
Gary Smart
Replied last November 2, 2017I am not sure who this was from but I have a good idea. This case was tried in 2004. I am not sure why the mother waited 13 years to post a comment. I can assure you I did not sleep during the trial or even come close to dozing off. If anybody wants to go view the public record, they will see the client got a significantly lower sentence than the prosecutor had offered. The facts of the case made it a very difficult case to defend. The range of punishment was 2-20 years. I defended the case the best I could given the facts of the case. Anonymous, I would be more than happy to discuss the case further if you would like to contact my office
Gary Don Smart's Lawyer Endorsements
"Gary is a conscientious, serious trial attorney who treats all of his clients with respect. I am proud to have tried over 10 cases with him. He is truly one of the best."
"I have worked with Gary on numerous cases. He is always prepared and serves his clients very well. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
1995
Certified Attorney, National Board of Legal Specialty Certification
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Attorney, Robinson & Smart PC
1988 - 1991
Assistant District Attorney, Dallas County District Attorney
Associations
1993 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1992 - Present
Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1988 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Education
1988
St. Marys University School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1985
Texas Tech University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English