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Jason C.N. Smith

Employment and labor Attorney at Fort Worth, TX

5.0   7 reviews
  • Licensed for 31 years
    State TX
    Acquired 1992
    Status
    Eligible to Practice in Texas No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Jason

Learn Jason’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Employment and labor
    50%
    Jason C.N. Smith has obtained several six and seven figure verdicts on behalf of employees in employment cases, including the first verdict in Tarrant County on behalf of a woman who was subjected to sexual harassment in the workplace. Jason handles cases for employees who have experienced sexual harassment, age, race, pregnancy and other unlawful types of discrimination and retaliation.

    30 years, 240 cases

  2. Car accident
    33%
    Jason has obtained significant verdicts and settlement on behalf of those who have been injured in car wrecks, wrecks caused by 18 wheelers, wrecks caused by drunk drivers and injuries sustained as the result of the negligence of doctors and hospitals. If a reasonable resolution cannot be obtained, Jason has a reputation for effectively trying a case and obtaining favorable verdicts for his clients.

    30 years, 120 cases

  3. Sexual harassment
    17%
    Jason obtained the first verdict in Tarrant County for a victim of sexual harassment. Since then, Jason has obtained numerous verdicts and settlements on behalf of those who experience sexual harassment on the job or retaliation on the job for standing up to sexual harassment.

    24 years, 35 cases

PROVEN ABILITY TO WIN TOUGH CASES.

Jason C.N. Smith was born and raised in Tarrant County.  

 

Jason has dedicated his career to making sure that families who are trying to play by the rules and do the next right thing get justice.  Time after time, Jason has taken on the big guys and won.

 

 Jason graduated with honors from law school, clerked for Justice Jack Hightower on the Texas Supreme Court, and investigated and sued insurance companies as an Assistant Texas Attorney General, where he obtained the largest restitution settlement in the history of the office in a case against State Farm.  

 

Upon returning home, Jason won the first sexual harassment case in Tarrant County.  

 

Every day, Jason gets up with a passion to hold corporate America and government accountable on behalf of his clients who stand up.  Jason has obtained significant verdicts and settlements against Union Pacific, the City of Fort Worth and the Star Telegram, as well as other Fortune 500 companies and governmental entities.

 

Jason fights for the underdog, but fights for the real dog too.  At the behest of his dogs, Jason led the effort to establish Fort Woof Dog Park in Fort Worth.  Jason also established the Fort Worth Dog Park Association, which educates Fort Woof users and and raises donations for park improvements.

 

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Posted by Regina | July 24, 2023
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
An Awesome Attorney
Jason Smith helped me back in 2018 with employment concerns. He got me back where I needed to be. I find myself back in a difficult position again with the same employer and he took time out of his schedule to listen. He told me what to focus on and what to let go. Then he got me on a path that will hopefully have an excellent outcome. For employment law he is the number one attorney I would tell other to contact. He isn't going to steer you wrong because he listens and cares! In today's world that means a lot.
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Posted by Regina | January 30, 2018
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
An attorney who really cares!
Mr. Smith is the one attorney who was willing to listen. He broke down my concerns into categories for me and told me the options I had. When he wasn’t the right attorney for the concern he pointed me in the right direction to others who may be able to help. I had two consultations with him and he has helped me more than any other professional during a very difficult time. He cares about people and what they are going through. I highly recommend him and will go back to him if I ever need assistance again. Like I told him even though I never officially hired him I feel like I owe him a million dollars. A wonderful guy!
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Posted by Michael | May 27, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Will fight Insurance companies tooth and nails for his clients.
Jason Smith is a very knowledgeable Attorney. I hired him in 2012 when no other attorney would take my case. The other insurance company denied my Personal injury claim from the start even though their insured was issued a citation for illegal left turn. Jason Smith filed lawsuit and other insurance company requested mediation before trial and ended up with a settlement in my favor. I highly recommend Jason Smith for Personal injuries cases.
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Posted by Nicky | February 11, 2015
An extremely competent attorney
Jason is an extremely competent attorney and has developed a reputation as such in the DFW area. His name is not one employers want to see attached to a law suit. In my case, after nearly six months of an large employer with unlimited legal funds being confused regarding what the Individuals With Disabilities Act law requires, they did an about face within hours of receiving notice by Jason. If it wasn't so sad, it was comical. Jason is not only an extremely competent attorney but also a nice guy. Imagine an attorney who actually sticks up for the little guy. Jason deserves all the success in the world and I am definitely a fan of his. Highly recommended!
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Posted by Melissa | February 5, 2015
Hire Him !!!
I have been represented by Jason CN Smith on two different legal matters. From the very moment I met Jason I knew that he was down to earth, sincere, and an awesome attorney. He and his staff have always exceeded my expectations. He was always available when I needed him, he was very understanding, and he had tons of patience with me as I became frustrated often. There is no "perfect attorney", but this guy is the real deal and I can't say enough good things about him. He will be my attorney and my friend for life ! FYI...he won both of my cases. He rocks.
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Posted by Michael | February 21, 2014
Great Attorney.
Awesome Attorney. Recovered money for me in an auto accident where no other attorney would take my case. Highly recommended.
Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2009
Highly Recommended
Jason C N Smith was successful in bringing down the "good ol' boys" who severely retaliated against me, and eventuallu fired me, after I reported sexual harassment at my job. He is extremely knowledgeable and a master litigator in the courtroom. The defendant's corporate attorney was no match for Jason. He was respectful yet very firm with the defendant's witnesses. He got to the truth. Jason listened to my ideas even if he disagreed with them. He kept me informed every step of the way. I am forever grateful to Jason and the entire staff at Art Brender's office. He is an excellent attorney and a true friend.
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Cost

Rates
  • Contingency 33%-40%

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Attorney
  • Law Offices of Jason Smith
  • 2014 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Law Offices of Art Brender
  • 1997 - 2013
  • Assistant Attorney General
  • Texas Attorney General
  • 1996 - 1997
  • Associate
  • Chappell and McGartland
  • 1993 - 1995
  • Briefing Attorney
  • Texas Supreme Court
  • 1992 - 1993
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Education

  • Texas Tech University School of Law
  • Juris Doctor
  • 1992
  • St Mary's University of San Antonio
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • 1989
  • Texas Tech University
  • N/A

Legal Cases

  • Fighting 8 years for justice
  • After 8 years of investigations, a trial and two appeals, the client won a six figure award for age discrimination.
  • Winning for the Underdog at the Texas Supreme Court: Scoresby v. Santillian, 346 S.W.3rd 546 (Tex. 2011).
  • After a strong oral argument by Jason C.N. Smith before the Texas Supreme Court, the Court ruled 7-2 for Jason's client and announced a relaxed standard for allowing other victims of medical negligence to proceed in court.
  • Donna the Woman Railroader
  • Jury awarded $600,000 in sexual harassment case.

Associations

  • Eldon B. Mahon American Inn of Court
  • Master
  • 2012 - Present
  • American Board of Trial Advocates
  • 2007 - Present
  • Texas Employment Lawyers Association
  • 1999 - Present
  • Texas Board of Legal Specialization
  • Board Certified - Civil Appellate Law
  • 1998 - Present
  • Tarrant County Bar Association, Appellate Law Section
  • Founder
  • 1995 - Present
  • Tarrant County Bar Association
  • 1993 - Present
  • State Bar of Texas
  • 1992 - Present
  • Tarrant County Trial Lawyers Association
  • President
  • 2011 - 2012
  • Tarrant County Bar Association, Labor and Employment Section
  • Chair
  • 2004 - 2005
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Super Lawyer - Civil Appellate Law
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2014
  • Top Attorney - Employment Law - Employee
  • Fort Worth, Texas Magazine
  • 2014
  • Super Lawyer - Civil Appellate Law
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2013
  • Top Attorney - Employment Law - Employee
  • Fort Worth, Texas Magazine
  • 2013
  • AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2013
  • Super Lawyer - Civil Appellate Law
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2012
  • Top Attorney - Employment Law-Employee
  • Fort Worth, Texas Magazine
  • 2012
  • 40 Under 40
  • Fort Worth Business Press
  • 2004
  • Super Lawyer - Civil Appellate Law
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2004
  • Super Lawyer - Civil Appellate Law
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2003
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Publications

  • Texas Tech Law Review
  • Avoiding Sanctions: Trying to Dodge the Bullet (co-authored with Jim Hund)
  • 1993

Speaking Engagements

  • Tarrant County Labor and Employment Section October Meeting
  • Protections for LGBT Rights in the Texas Workplace
  • 2014
  • South Texas College of Law Employment Law Conference
  • LGBT: Four Letters, Big Changes in Texas and Beyond
  • 2014
  • Advanced Civil Appellate Law Seminar
  • Plea to the Jurisdiction: The New Summary Judgment on Appeal
  • 2013

Attorney endorsements

Received (5)
Given (8)
Endorse Jason
Car accident Attorney | Feb 08
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Great attorney! Absolutely love working with him. Incredible legal mind."
Employment and labor Attorney | Dec 14
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Jason is an outstanding labor and employment attorney with an exemplary command of the law. I highly recommend Jason for labor and employment matters."
Personal injury Attorney | May 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Jason. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Unknown Attorney | Dec 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Brilliant. Hard-working. Committed."
Personal injury Attorney | Sep 13
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Jason is a great lawyer. We worked together years back and recently tried an injury case together. He was fantastic in the courtroom and really represented his client well. Very effective courtroom presentation."
Employment and labor
Personal injury
Workers compensation
Personal injury
Car accident
Criminal defense