John Hunter Smith

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John Hunter Smith: Attorney with Wynne, Smith & Young, PLLC
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Platinum Client Champion
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

John Hunter Smith is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Smith has successfully defended numerous professionals, law enforcement officials, and others accused of State and Federal crimes. Mr. Smith has earned a reputation as a tenacious trial lawyer who gets results.

Texas Bar Foundation; Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Educational Institute.

Board Certified, Criminal Law, Texas Board Of Legal Specialization, since 2008.

Areas of Practice (17)

  • Assault and Battery
  • Bribery
  • Burglary
  • Capital Offenses
  • Criminal Conspiracy
  • Criminal Defense
  • Criminal Fraud
  • DUI/DWI
  • Driving While Intoxicated
  • Expungements
  • Federal Criminal Law
  • Homicide
  • Misdemeanors
  • Sex Crimes
  • Theft
  • Weapons Charges
  • Felonies

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Auburn University, B.S., Business Administration, 1997
Law School Attended:
Texas Wesleyan University School of Law, J.D., 2001
Year of First Admission:
2001
Admission:
2001, Texas; 2005, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas; 2005, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit; 2013, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Memberships:
State Bar of Texas; District 1A Grievance Committee (2007-2013)(Chair,2011-2013); The College of the State Bar of Texas; Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (Board Member 2011- Present); National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers; National Trial Lawyers Association; Criminal Trial Lawyers Association; National College for DUI Defense; Gerry Spence, Trial Lawyers College - Ranch Club; U.S. Army Ranger Association (Lifetime Member); 82nd Airborne Association (Lifetime Member); Auburn University Alumni Association (Lifetime Member).
Military:
Staff Sgt., U.S. Army, 1990-1996
Birth Information:
El Dorado Springs, Missouri, September 11, 1970
Certifications:
Board Certified, Criminal Law, Texas Board Of Legal Specialization, since 2008.
ISLN:
916709301

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Peer Reviews

4.6/5.0 (16 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.7/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.6/5.0

  • Communication

    4.6/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.6/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 11/10/13 in Criminal Defense

    Mr. Smith is a well respected criminal defense lawyer throughout the State of Texas and is a mentor to new attorneys. He frequently is asked to speak at our seminars because of his vast knowledge of the law.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/31/13 in Criminal Defense

    John Hunter Smith is one of the most exceptional lawyers - and human beings - that I know. John's skill at communicating his client's side of an extremely difficult and complicated set of facts to a jury is without equal. He is able to perform this... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 11/16/13 in Trial Practice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 11/16/13 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 11/16/13 in Criminal Defense

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 11/09/13 in Criminal Defense

    John Hunter Smith is a highly accomplished and experienced criminal defense trial attorney. He should receive the highest of ratings. Semper Fi, Patrick McLainMcKinney Place3131 McKinney Avenue, Suite 825Dallas, Texas 75204-7426phone: 214.416.... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 11/08/13 in Criminal Defense

    Mr. Smith is an excellent attorney.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 11/04/13 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/31/13 in Criminal Defense

    He is simply the best around. He's an amazing trial lawyer and any client would be lucky to hire him.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 10/31/13 in Criminal Law

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (51 reviews)
Client Choice Award Client Champion

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (14 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

Mr. Smith is a great lawyer! He doesn't just see you as another case.. He see's you as a human. I can guarantee Mr. Smith won't let you down! I highly recommend Mr. Smith to anyone who's looking for a...

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430-362-0119  Phone

903-892-0916  Fax

wynnesmithlaw.com

www.wynnesmithlawfirm.com

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