Daniel Richard Smith, Business Attorney in Austin, Texas
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and General
PartneratHusch Blackwell LLP
Austin, TX
Practicing business in Austin since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 7
- Bar admissions
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Daniel Richard Smith is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Daniel has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Husch Blackwell LLP.
- Based in
- Austin, TX
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · General
- Handles Business, Employment, and General matters from Austin, TX.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Daniel Richard Smith: Daniel Richard Smith is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Daniel has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Husch Blackwell LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daniel Richard Smith
Daniel concentrates on business, employment, general, health care, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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General
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Health Care
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IP
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Business cases in Austin, Texas
Daniel takes business matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Austin, Texas
Daniel takes employment matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
General cases in Austin, Texas
Daniel takes general matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Austin, Texas
Daniel takes health care matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Austin, Texas
Daniel takes ip matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Daniel Richard Smith — Over 27 years of Texas business experience
Daniel Richard Smith is a partner based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Daniel has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Husch Blackwell LLP.
Mr. Daniel Richard Smith is a lawyer practicing healthcare, life sciences and pharmaceuticals, business litigation and 11 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin, and has been licensed for 27 years. Daniel practices at Husch Blackwell LLP in Austin, TX.
How Daniel handles business matters
Mr. Daniel Richard Smith is a lawyer practicing healthcare, life sciences and pharmaceuticals, business litigation and 11 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin, and has been licensed for 27 years. Daniel practices at Husch Blackwell LLP in Austin, TX.
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and general matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Daniel Richard Smith's legal education and bar admissions
Texas Tech University
J.D. · 1999
University of Texas at Austin B.A. with high honors, 1996 Phi Beta Kappa
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Jurisdictions
Daniel's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2011 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2010 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2010 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2008 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2007 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2006 · ACTIVE
Texas
1999 · ACTIVE
Daniel studied at J.D. in Texas Tech University and — in University of Texas at Austin B.A. with high honors, 1996 Phi Beta Kappa.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Texas Tech University and — in University of Texas at Austin B.A. with high honors, 1996 Phi Beta Kappa. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Associations and Memberships •American Bar Association •Austin Bar Association, Construction Law Section •Austin Young Lawyers Association Leadership Academy, 2012 •State Bar of Texas •Texas Bar Foundation, fellow •Volunteer Legal Services
membership
Locations
Daniel Richard Smith's office in Austin
Daniel's primary office is at 111 Congress Avenue, Suite 1400, Austin, TX, 78701. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Daniel Richard Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Austin, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel Richard Smith
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Texas typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Austin?
Daniel is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new business clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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