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The David Smith Law Firm, PLLC serves clients primarily in Harris, Brazoria, & Fort 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 110 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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1919 Decatur St., Houston, TX, 77007
8 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Dwi Dismissed!
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 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Class a misdemeanor
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
Efficient and professional
Listened to issue, immediately identified ways to address it, and resolved it within hours.
Posted by Willie | July 15, 2024 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great representation
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 anonymous | April 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Exceptional in Every Respect
Mr. Smith went above-and-beyond in more regards than the following listed: - his professionalism, - real-world results, - proactivity and speed, - listening and communication ability, - industry experience and expertise, - personal knowledge, and - dedication and deep-care for his clients. ...
Dear Esteemed Client, We are incredibly grateful for your generous review and are humbled by your high praise. It is truly rewarding to know that our dedication to our clients is recognized and appreciated. Our commitment to professionalism, real-world results, and proactive approach sets a standard we all strive to meet. Your acknowledgment of our listening skills, communication ability, industry experience, and personal knowledge reaffirms our belief in the value of comprehensive client care. We are especially touched by your comments on our dedication and deep care for our clients. It is this combination of skills and personal commitment that we believe makes our firm stand out, and we are thrilled that you experienced this first-hand. Your recommendation is the highest compliment we could receive, and we are delighted that you chose to share your experience with others. We understand that choosing to write a review takes time and consideration, and the fact that this is the only review you've ever created makes your words even more special to us. Thank you once again for entrusting us with your legal needs and for your willingness to recommend our services. We look forward to upholding the high standards you've experienced and to assisting more clients with the same level of excellence. With thanks, 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
Founder & 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
2026
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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