Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Sherman, TX
Wynne & Smith Law is a legal practice rooted in extensive trial experience and specialized expertise across multiple areas of law. Our attorneys are Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in disciplines such as Personal Injury Trial Law, Civil Trial Law, and Criminal Law, with decades of combined experience representing individuals and businesses in complex cases. We prioritize client success through strategic advocacy, leveraging over 100 jury trials collectively and maintaining a strong presence in state and federal courts. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our recognition by peers and clients alike, including Texas Super Lawyer designations and memberships in prestigious legal associations.With offices in Sherman, McKinney, and Dallas, we serve clients throughout North Texas, offering tailored solutions for civil litigation, criminal defense, probate disputes, personal injury claims, and life insurance denials. Our approach combines deep legal knowledge with a dedication to transparency, ensuring clients receive actionable guidance and unwavering representation.
Services
Criminal Defense
Civil and Business Litigation
Estate and Probate Litigation
Serious Personal Injury
Life Insurance Denials
Highlights and features
- Board Certified attorneys in multiple legal specialties by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- Collectively tried over 100 jury cases with a focus on complex litigation outcomes
- Recognized by Texas Super Lawyers and Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Rating recipients
- Serves clients across North Texas with offices in Sherman, McKinney, and Dallas
- Proven success in high-stakes cases including federal crimes and catastrophic injury claims
Associations and certifications
- Texas Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Board Certified attorneys
Experienced trial lawyers
Compassionate representation
Favorable case outcomes
Strong communication skills
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles felony and misdemeanor cases including drug charges, DWI, violent crimes, and federal offenses. Board Certified attorneys employ strategic defense tactics to protect clients' rights through trial or negotiation. We focus on minimizing penalties and preserving professional reputations while ensuring transparent communication throughout the legal process.
Civil and Business Litigation
We resolve business disputes involving breach of contract, property conflicts, and commercial litigation. Our trial attorneys advocate for clients in state and federal courts, utilizing mediation and arbitration strategies to achieve favorable settlements while maintaining aggressive courtroom readiness for complex litigation matters.
Estate and Probate Litigation
Our probate practice addresses will contests, trust disputes, and executor misconduct. We represent beneficiaries and family members in court to enforce estate intentions while navigating complex fiduciary responsibilities and guardianship matters with compassionate legal counsel.
Serious Personal Injury
We advocate for clients with catastrophic injuries from accidents, medical negligence, or defective products. Our Board Certified trial lawyers pursue maximum compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and emotional damages through thorough case preparation and aggressive litigation when insurance companies deny claims.
Life Insurance Denials
We challenge life insurance company denials related to policy misrepresentation, beneficiary disputes, and coverage lapses. Our attorneys represent beneficiaries in interpleader lawsuits and negotiate with insurers to secure rightful death benefits while navigating ERISA regulations and complex policy language.
People
Michael C. Wynne
Attorney
Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law and Civil Trial Law with over 100 jury trials. Recognized Texas Super Lawyer and Martindale-Hubbell AV-rated attorney specializing in personal injury and business litigation.
John Hunter Smith
Attorney
Board Certified in Criminal Law and Top 100 National Trial Lawyers member. Specializes in federal criminal defense, drug charges, and DWI cases with extensive trial experience in state and federal courts.
J. Michael Young
Attorney
Litigation attorney with 25+ years handling commercial disputes, estate litigation, and life insurance denials. Recognized for expertise in complex insurance beneficiary disputes and interpleader lawsuits.
Ryan Kreck
Attorney
Board Certified criminal defense specialist managing complex felony cases. Known for strategic trial preparation and successful outcomes in violent crime and white-collar offense defense.
David Bedgood
Attorney
Third-generation Sherman native focusing on community-based legal representation. Provides localized expertise in probate matters and civil litigation for Grayson County residents.
Questions
What areas of law does Wynne, Smith & Young specialize in?
We specialize in criminal defense, civil and business litigation, estate and probate disputes, serious personal injury claims, and life insurance denials across North Texas.
Are your attorneys Board Certified?
Yes, our attorneys hold Board Certifications in Personal Injury Trial Law, Civil Trial Law, and Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Do you handle federal court cases?
Yes, we represent clients in federal courts including the Eastern District of Texas and Northern District of Texas for complex litigation matters.
What experience do you have with personal injury cases?
Our firm has tried over 100 jury cases, including catastrophic injury claims involving medical negligence, vehicle accidents, and product liability.
How do you approach criminal defense cases?
We provide aggressive defense strategies for drug charges, DWI, violent crimes, and federal offenses, leveraging trial experience and early case intervention.
