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Austin P. Smith, Business Attorney in Dallas, Texas

focused on Business, Class Action, and Litigation

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Austin P. Smith is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Steckler Wayne & Love PLLC.

Based in
Dallas, TEXAS
Experience
attorney
Known for
Business · Class Action · Litigation
  • Handles Business, Class Action, and Litigation matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).

About Austin P. Smith: Austin P. Smith is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Steckler Wayne & Love PLLC.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Austin P. Smith

Austin concentrates on business, class action, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Austin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Dallas, Texas

Austin takes business matters in Dallas, 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 Austin agrees to represent you.

Class Action cases in Dallas, Texas

Austin takes class action matters in Dallas, 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 Austin agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Dallas, Texas

Austin takes litigation matters in Dallas, 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 Austin agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Dallas, Texas

Austin takes personal injury matters in Dallas, 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 Austin agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Dallas, Texas

Austin takes product liability matters in Dallas, 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 Austin agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Austin P. Smith — Attorney of Texas business experience

Austin P. Smith is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Steckler Wayne & Love PLLC.

Austin Smith focuses his practice on litigation and dispute resolution. Austin has experience in handling a wide variety of matters in state and federal court, involving complex commercial and business disputes, fraud, personal injury, and criminal matters including white collar crime.

Working with Austin on a business matter

Austin Smith focuses his practice on litigation and dispute resolution. Austin has experience in handling a wide variety of matters in state and federal court, involving complex commercial and business disputes, fraud, personal injury, and criminal matters including white collar crime.

Who Austin represents

Austin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and litigation matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Austin P. Smith's legal education and bar admissions

  • Texas Tech University

    JD · 2016

  • University of Kansas

    BS - Finance · 2011

Austin studied at JD in Texas Tech University and BS - Finance in University of Kansas.

Law school and academic background

Austin completed JD in Texas Tech University and BS - Finance in University of Kansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Austin runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Austin P. Smith

Austin has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution (2026).

Locations

Austin P. Smith's office in Dallas

Austin's primary office is at 12720 Hillcrest Road, Suite 1045, Dallas, Texas, 12720. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Steckler Wayne & Love PLLC

12720 Hillcrest Road, Suite 1045

Dallas, Texas 12720

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Hiring guide

How to hire Austin P. 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 Austin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Austin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Austin'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; Austin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Dallas, 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 Austin

Austin 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. Austin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Austin'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 Austin P. Smith

  • How much does it cost to hire Austin for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Austin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Austin offer a free consultation?

    Austin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Austin's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Austin'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. Austin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Austin take my case if I'm outside Dallas?

    Austin 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 — Austin 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 Austin?

    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. Austin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Austin accepting new business clients right now?

    Austin'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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