About Derick Raydon

Derick Raydon Smith is a devoted criminal defense lawyer based in Houston, Texas — He has been licensed to practice regulation in Texas since November three, 1995. With nearly 3 decades in the field, Mr. Smith is presently eligible to practice regulation and remains a member in good standing of the legal network. His instructional background consists of a Juris Doctor diploma from St. Mary's University School of Law, which he earned in 1995. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin in 1987. Mr.

Smith's primary center of attention is on felony law, the place he has constructed a strong reputation for protecting clients in a number of criminal instances. In addition to criminal law, he has knowledge in family law, estate making plans, probate, property law, and juvenile law. This numerous skill set allows him to provide many legal services to his clients. He is presently employed at the Harris County Public Defender's Office, located at 1310 Prairie St., 4th Floor, Houston, TX 77002. This office is staffed by sixty one to 100 personnel, all dedicated to providing legal representation to those in want. In his position on the Public Defender's Office, Mr. Smith advocates for clients during the various levels of litigation.

His duties are complete, encompassing case preparation, client consultations, negotiations, and court appearances. He works to make sure that his clients obtain the most effective feasible protection. The Public Defender's Office also gives specialized legal services, including help for clients who're deaf or difficult of hearing, although specific translation offerings are not detailed. As a member of the State Bar of Texas, Mr. Smith adheres to the moral requirements and guidelines set forth for attorneys in the state. The State Bar serves because the professional affiliation for attorneys in Texas, making sure that its members maintain their professional integrity and competence. He is also indexed on Lawyer Legion, a legal directory that provides important information approximately attorneys throughout the United States.

Mr. Smith is in nice standing with the State Bar of Texas, reflecting his dedication to ethical practice and professionalism. His knowledge and dedication to criminal protection make him a valuable asset to the legal community in Houston. With a strong educational foundation and a numerous practice, Derick Raydon Smith continues to recommend for his clients, ensuring their rights are safe in the justice system.

Education

St. Mary s University

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1995

University of Texas - Austin

B.A. (1990) | Psychology

1987

Accepted Jurisdictions

Texas

Court Admissions

Harris County District Court State Trial Court

Types of Cases Handled

Criminal Family Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Juvenile

Legal Services Scope

Case Preparation Client Consultations Negotiations Court Appearances

Office Locations

Main Office

 4800 Sugar Grove Blvd Suite 440 Stafford TX 77477