J. David Smith

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Biography

J. David Smith (David) was born in Bossier City, Louisiana. He earned both his undergraduate and law degree from Lousiana State University by 1998. David’s litigation experience includes trial and appellate advocacy before state and federal courts, where he has tried, won, and defended on appeal, substantial judgments for his clients. David only represents injured workers and never represents insurance companies.

Awards and Recognition

• Top 100 injured workers’ advocates nationally- WILG- 2014 & 2017

• Bar Examiner for the Louisiana Supreme Court’s Committee on Bar Admissions

• 10 Best Work Comp Attorneys | American Institute of Legal Counsel | 2019

Professional Experience

• Law clerk- Louisiana State Senator/ Attorney J. D. DeBlieux & Attorney Ralph Brewer- Two pioneers in early workers' compensation and disability law

Bar Associations

• State and Federal Courts in Louisiana

• Louisiana State Bar Association

• Baton Rouge Bar Association

David is also member of several national and state associations of work injury lawyers, including:

• Work Injury and Law Advocacy Group (W.I.L.G.)

• Louisiana Workers’ Advocacy Grou
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Areas of Practice (4)

  • Work Injury Cases
  • State Workers' Compensation Cases
  • Longshore Harbor Workers Cases
  • Defense Base Act Cases

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Louisiana State University, B.S., Finance, 1992
Law School Attended:
Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert School of Law, J.D., 1998
Year of First Admission:
1998
Admission:
1998, Louisiana; U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana; U.S. District Court, Middle District of Louisiana
Birth Information:
Bossier City, Louisiana, December 1, 1970
ISLN:
913660018

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