Thomas Edward Smith
WHITE & CASE LLP
Houston, TX • Serving Harris County
About Thomas Edward Smith
Thomas Edward Smith is a Texas-licensed attorney practicing in Houston, Harris County. Admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 1996 (Bar #795658) with 30 years of practice. Currently practices at WHITE & CASE LLP.
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WHITE & CASE LLP
609 Main St Ste 2900
Houston, TX 77002-3179
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Verified from State Bar of Texas records 2026-05-21.
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