Michele Y. Smith
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013 About Michele Y. Smith
Michele Y. Smith is a lawyer based in Beaumont, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Michele Y. Smith is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Beaumont, Texas
- Commercial Litigation
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Insurance
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: MehaffyWeber PC
Education: Baylor University, J.D., graduated 1992 and Lamar University, BA, graduated 1988
Location: Beaumont, TX
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