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The David Smith Law Firm, PLLC serves clients in Harris, Brazoria, & Ft. Bend Counties, in cities such as: Pearland, Angleton, Houston, Sugar Land, Missouri City, Manvel, Alvin, & more, with criminal defense matters. With over 19 years of criminal law experience, David Smith is Board Certified, Criminal Law -- Texas Board of Legal Specialization. David Smith has been a licensed Attorney and Counselor at Law in Texas since 2005.
David Smith is a former Brazoria County prosecutor who gained valuable experience as a felony prosecutor and Chief of the Misdemeanor Division. David tried over 100 cases to a jury, including some of the most serious offenses in Texas, such as Murder, Burglary of a Habitation, Aggravated Robbery, Aggravated Sexual Assault, & Driving While Intoxicated. David knows how prosecutors think and how they review evidence.
After completing the prerequisites and successfully passing the rigorous Criminal Law Board Certification exam, David Smith became Board Certified, Criminal Law — Texas Board of Legal Specialization in 2015.
In 2016, David successfully completed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Participant DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) Course.
David received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Houston Law Center in 2005, where he excelled at Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure.
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2019 Washington Ave., Suite 300, Houston, TX, 77007
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Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney
David and his team were very professional and easy to work with on getting both my cases dismissed.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that both of your cases were successfully dismissed. It was a pleasure working with you, and we’re glad our team could make the process smooth and professional. If you ever need assistance in the future, don’t hesitate to reach out. Wishing you all the best! — David Smith Law Firm
Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney
He was very excellent . Referred to me from one of his colleagues Norm Silverman … David got us walking out of court w only a 200$ fine
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive outcome and that David was able to help you resolve your case with just a minimal fine. We also appreciate the referral from Norm Silverman—it's always an honor to receive trust from both clients and respected colleagues. If you ever need assistance again in the future, don't hesitate to reach out! — The David Smith Law Firm
Posted by anonymous | January 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Listened to issue, immediately identified ways to address it, and resolved it within hours.
Posted by Willie | July 15, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
I would like to thank the law firm. Mr. David representing me well in court I didn’t lose any days on my schedule. I would like to call him the peoples champ I Send blessings to his staff and coworkers at the law firm. You did your big one on this one David me and my family appreciate you God bless.
Posted by Peter | April 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney
We were completely distraught and didn’t know what to expect before we reached out to Mr. David. We felt relieved and blessed after talking to Attorney David who patiently heard our case and calmly answered all our questions and concerns. He has deep expertise in his field and is very knowledgeable, ...
Dear Peter, On behalf of the entire team at David Smith Law Firm, PLLC, I would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your generous review. We are deeply touched by your kind words and are thrilled to hear about your positive experience with our firm. We understand that legal challenges can be overwhelming, and it's our top priority to provide clarity, reassurance, and support throughout the process. We are particularly proud that we could deliver a favorable resolution swiftly and alleviate your concerns. It is always our goal to go above and beyond for our clients, and we're glad that we could make a significant difference in your situation. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we are honored to have been able to serve you. We look forward to continuing to provide exceptional service to all our clients, and we hope that you will consider us again should you need legal assistance in the future. Thank you once again for choosing David Smith Law Firm, PLLC. Warm regards, David Smith Law Firm, PLLC By: David Smith, Member & Owner 11200 Broadway St., STE 2743 Pearland, TX 77584 832-353-1756 1-844-NOT-GIL-T (toll free)
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2015
Board Certified, Criminal Law --, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2023 - Present
Member & Owner, David Smith Law Firm, PLLC
2012 - 2022
Chief-Misdemeanor Division, Brazoria County District Attorney's Office
2005 - 2022
Assistant District Attorney, Brazoria County District Attorney's Office
2003 - 2005
Grand Jury intern, Harris County District Attorney's Office
2023 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyers AssociationMember
2021 - Present
Brazoria County Bar AssociationBoard Member
2012 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2005 - Present
Brazoria County Bar Association, Inc.Attorney Member
2020 - 2021
Brazoria County Bar AssociationImmediate Past President
2019 - 2020
Brazoria County Bar Association, Inc.President
2018 - 2019
Brazoria County Bar Association, Inc.President-Elect
2017 - 2018
Brazoria County Bar Association, Inc.Treasurer
2016 - 2017
Brazoria County Bar Association, Inc.Secretary
2014 - 2016
Brazoria County Bar Association, Inc.Board Member
2005 - 2022
Texas District and County Attorneys AssociationAttorney Member
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2015
From Crime Scene to Courtroom
2014
From Crime Scene to Courtroom
2013
Using iPad for DWI search warrants
2013
Eyewitness Model Policy; DWI after McNeely
2010
"Day in the Life of a Prosecutor"
2013
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