Experienced Texas
Criminal Defense Lawyer:
Trial Focused Representation
At the Law Office of Paul J. Smith, I provide aggressive and strategic criminal defense in high-stakes criminal cases in Corpus Christi and around Texas. If you need representation from a board-certified criminal defense lawyer who will fight for you at trial, put me on your side now so that I can start protecting your rights and freedom. I also provide consultations on last-minute jury trials and trial strategies.
Violent Crimes
Sex Crimes
Drug Charges
42A.054 Offenses (aka 3G Violent Crimes)
Repeat Offenses
Murder / Homicide
High-Powered Criminal Defense
For High-Stakes Cases
In my more than four decades of experience, I have defended people accused of murder, robbery, aggravated domestic violence, drug trafficking, rape, sex trafficking and dozens of other serious felonies. My record of success includes acquittals, mistrials (hung juries), dismissals, reduced charges and other favorable outcomes. At the Law Office of Paul J. Smith, I am here to give you a fighting chance.
Dedicated Board-Certified Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer
A Board-Certified
Criminal Defense Lawyer
Fighting For You
This certification reflects a focused commitment to criminal defense and a record of managing complex cases in Texas courts. It shows that my work meets tested and reviewed benchmarks for skill, preparation and advocacy. When your future is at risk, it helps to have an attorney who has earned recognition for advanced criminal law practice.
Your
Advocate
In All
Courtroom
Concerns
In addition to defending clients facing serious criminal charges, I also handle claims involving legal malpractice. These cases often arise when a previous defense attorney failed to meet the standards required in a criminal case, which can place a defendant in a difficult position long after the verdict. I review the record, identify the errors and help clients understand how those mistakes may have shaped the outcome. This work requires careful analysis and clear communication, because the path forward is rarely simple.
I also provide trial consulting for defense lawyers who want focused support on strategy, case themes or jury selection.
Meet Attorney Paul J. Smith
I built my career on trial work and the belief that a strong defense starts with skill, preparation and clear storytelling. My training includes the Gerry Spence Method of persuasive storytelling and advanced work at the Hudson Valley Psychodrama Institute. I also graduated from the Trial Lawyers College, a program that’s been completed by only a small group of lawyers in the country. These experiences shaped how I connect with juries and how I present the truth of a client’s story.
I am licensed to practice in federal and state courts in Texas, and I have taken hundreds of cases to trial in Bexar County and other jurisdictions. One of the keys to my trial success is my skill in jury selection. Who is (or is not) in that jury box matters when they’re deciding your fate.
Let Me Build You A True Defense
I excel in last-minute criminal trial representation. If you need a criminal defense trial lawyer to jump into your case right away and fight for your rights and freedom at trial, don’t wait. I represent people all over Texas who need a serious criminal defense trial lawyer. Call the Law Office of Paul J. Smith, today at 361-585-4562 or send me an email.