Gerald E. Smith

Gerald E. Smith

also known as Jerry Smith

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 46 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

812 San Antonio - Suite 100, Austin, TX

About Gerald

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 46 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1979

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Smith Brizendine Defense

812 San Antonio - Suite 100, Austin, TX, 78701

Smith Brizendine Defense

PO Box 152229, Austin, TX, 78715

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Gerald E. Smith's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jessica | October 08, 2012 | Criminal Defense

Good lawyer

I blew a little over .08. The State made an offer that Jerry suggested I reject and he set the case for trial. At the jury call Jerry convinced them to dismiss my case and without any court fees or costs. I appreciate his help and recommend him and Jamie Balagia highly.

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Gerald E. Smith's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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James Balagia

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jerry Smith has the highest endorsement that I could possibly give. Jerry came to work for our office over five years ago. I was blown away that Jerry joined us and was extremely excited about the experience that he brought with him. On Jerry's first day at the office we picked a felony jury on a DWI case. Jerry showed outstanding talent and knew the law better than my law school professors. We hung the jury and got the State to agree to a misdemeanor that saved our client's career. Jerry is the anchor attorney of the Austin area office and I am proud to call him friend and fellow trail warrior. Jerry has been a successful trial lawyer for over thirty years and he handles serious felonies and DWI of all degrees. Jerry is one of the most respected attorneys in the Austin area. Jerry's character and personal integrity are of the highest order and I consider him to be a personal friend. I trust Jerry Smith with my family and that says it all. Jerry Smith is endorsed by the DWI Dude."

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William Mitchell

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Megan Roper

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've had the great pleasure of working with Gerald E. Smith on various matters. He is a fantastic attorney. His experience in and knowledge of the criminal justice system set him apart from most attorneys. I highly recommend Gerald for any criminal matter."

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Eusebio Pastrano

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Armstrong

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Gerry for a long time and would highly recommend him to anyone."

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Toquyen Dau

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"It's been too many times to count when I've needed help and Jerry came through for me. Jerry's knowledge of the law along with his approach towards trial have all helped me in my own cases. It's a shame there aren't too many attorneys of Jerry's caliber out there...but I suppose if there were I'd be out of a job. I am fortunate to have worked on cases with him. I admire him. I trust Jerry."

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Carl Ceder

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have the utmost respect for Jerry Smith. Jerry helped make me the lawyer I am today, and helped mentor me when I was a newly licensed attorney. I still call him for advice when I need it. Jerry is fantastic in trial, he has an awesome grasp of all the criminal laws in Texas (penal code, code of criminal procedure, transportation code), and he has a great personality. Jerry has never met a person he didn't like. I miss working around him on a daily basis. He's one of the best lawyers there is. And I wouldn't be writing this if I didn't mean it 100%."

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Megan Roper

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Armstrong

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Mitchell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Toquyen Dau

Criminal defense lawyer

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Carl Ceder

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eusebio Pastrano

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ray Bass

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Balagia

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Jamie Balagia, P.C.

1996 - 2007

Partner, Bass & Smith, P.C.

1988 - 1990

Attorney, Schleier & Phillips

Associations

State Bar of Texas

Member

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Williamson County Bar Association

Member

National College of DUI Defense

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

National Association of Distinguished Counsel

member

Sample of Legal Cases

Felony DWI enhanced to 2nd Degree Felony State v. G.D

Not Guilty by jury. Hays County, Texas

State very TS

Not Guilty

State v B.M.

Not Guilty by jury. Hays County, Texas

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Education

1979

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1973

Sam Houston State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2014

Journalism Class

Law and Journalism

2014

Evidence Bootcamp

Evidence

2014

Austin Bar Association

Attorney Advertising - Practice Pointers and Pitfalls

2013

Evidence Boot Camp

Evidence

2012

J W Thompson - ACC Security

DWI Enforcement

Languages

English

Activity

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