
Chad Justin Smith, Business Attorney in Lubbock, Texas
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Creditor Rights, and Energy
AttorneyatChad Smith
Lubbock, TX
Practicing business in Lubbock since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Chad Justin Smith is an attorney based in Lubbock, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and Energy. Chad has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chad Smith.
- Based in
- Lubbock, TX
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Business · Creditor Rights · Energy
- Handles Business, Creditor Rights, and Energy matters from Lubbock, TX.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Chad Justin Smith: Chad Justin Smith is an attorney based in Lubbock, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and Energy. Chad has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chad Smith.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Chad takes on
Chad concentrates on business, creditor rights, energy, estate planning, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chad handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Creditor Rights
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Energy
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Estate Planning
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Litigation
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Probate
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Real Estate
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Trusts
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Wills
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Business cases in Lubbock, Texas
Chad takes business matters in Lubbock, 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 Chad agrees to represent you.
Creditor Rights cases in Lubbock, Texas
Chad takes creditor rights matters in Lubbock, 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 Chad agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Lubbock, Texas
Chad takes energy matters in Lubbock, 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 Chad agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Lubbock, Texas
Chad takes estate planning matters in Lubbock, 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 Chad agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Lubbock, Texas
Chad takes litigation matters in Lubbock, 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 Chad agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Chad Justin Smith — business lawyer in Lubbock
Chad Justin Smith is an attorney based in Lubbock, TX. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and Energy. Chad has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Chad Smith.
Mr. Chad Justin Smith is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business organization, trusts & estates and 9 other areas of law. Chad received a B.B.A. degree from Texas Christian University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years. Chad practices at Chad Smith in Lubbock, TX.
Working with Chad on a business matter
Mr. Chad Justin Smith is a lawyer practicing estate planning, business organization, trusts & estates and 9 other areas of law. Chad received a B.B.A. degree from Texas Christian University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years. Chad practices at Chad Smith in Lubbock, TX.
Clients Chad works with
Chad reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, creditor rights, and energy matters in Lubbock and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Texas Tech University
J.D. · 2000
Texas Christian University
B.B.A. · 1997
Jurisdictions
Chad's state bar admissions
Texas Texas Northern
2000 · ACTIVE
Chad studied at J.D. in Texas Tech University and B.B.A. in Texas Christian University.
Law school and academic background
Chad completed J.D. in Texas Tech University and B.B.A. in Texas Christian University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Chad runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Chad's professional memberships and bar associations
Lubbock County Bar Association State Bar of Texas Federal Northern District of Texas Federal Western District of Texas
membership
Locations
Chad Justin Smith's office in Lubbock
Chad's primary office is at 8008 Slide Road, Suite 33, Lubbock, TX, 79424-2828. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Chad Justin 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 Chad usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Chad charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad'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; Chad will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Lubbock, 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 Chad
Chad 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. Chad confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Chad'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 Chad Justin Smith
How much does it cost to hire Chad for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chad walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Chad offer a free consultation?
Chad charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Chad'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. Chad gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Chad take my case if I'm outside Lubbock?
Chad 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 — Chad 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 Chad?
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. Chad will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Chad accepting new business clients right now?
Chad'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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