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Contact
Email
Phone
(785) 503-9353
Address
5930 SW 29th St, Topeka, KS, 66614, US
Professional
About
Bryan Wayne Smith, a seasoned attorney based in Topeka, Kansas, has been practicing law since 1992, bringing over three decades of expertise to the fields of insurance and personal injury. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Central Florida, which he earned in 1989, and graduated Cum Laude from Washburn University School of Law in 1992. During his tenure at Washburn Law School, Bryan contributed significantly to the Washburn Law Journal, authoring influential articles on topics such as wrongful birth damages and the efficacy of Kansas tort reform. His legal scholarship continued post-graduation, with published works in prominent legal journals, including the Journal of the Kansas Trial Lawyers Association and the Kansas Lawyer. Notably, he wrote the Construction Insurance chapter for the Kansas Construction Law Handbook, reflecting his deep knowledge of construction-related legal matters. Bryan has dedicated a substantial part of his career to advocating for clients in medical negligence cases and those injured in automobile accidents. His extensive experience also encompasses representing small businesses and corporations in the construction sector, managing complex issues such as mechanic’s liens, performance bonds, and defective construction claims. In addition to his legal practice, Bryan has served on the Topeka-Shawnee Planning Commission, where he was Chairperson in his final year. He is licensed to practice in both Kansas and Missouri state and federal courts and has argued before the Kansas Supreme Court, as well as the 10th Circuit Courts of Appeals in Denver. An active member of various legal organizations, including the American Bar Association and the Kansas Association for Justice, Bryan is committed to excellence in client service and stays at the forefront of legal developments in his practice areas. His dedication to the law and his community makes him a trusted advocate for his clients at Smith Law Firm in Topeka, Kansas.
About Personal Injury Law
Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.
Credentials
Education
1992 Washburn Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1989 University of Central Florida BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2017 AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2017 Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell 2014 Outstanding Service Award, Kansas Bar Association 2007 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers 2000 AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Publications
1991 Washburn Law Journal The Medical Malpractice Insurance "Crisis" 1991 Washburn Law Journal Tort Law: Recovery of Wrongful Birht Damages in Kansas
Associations
1993 - Present Missouri State Bar Association Member 1992 - Present Topeka Bar Association Member 1992 - Present Kansas Bar Association Member 1992 - Present Kansas Bar Foundation Fellow 2000 - 2005 Kansas Association for Justice Board of Governors
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Updated: Aug 05, 2026