Thomas D. Smith

Thomas D. Smith is an attorney with Spinner, Wood & Smith in Pocatello, Idaho. Tom joined the firm after practicing in both private and public-sector settings and is an active member of the Idaho State Bar. His work includes bankruptcy-related representation and matters involving commercial debt collection, probate, family law, and criminal law. The firm represents bankruptcy trustees, businesses, financial institutions, individuals, landowners, and other clients facing financial or civil legal issues.

Tom earned a J.D. from the University of Utah in 2009 and a B.A. from the University of California in 1993. His legal education supports work involving bankruptcy procedure, creditor and debtor issues, collections, probate, and litigation. Tom also have a Master of Public Administration degree from California State University East Bay. He was admitted to the Idaho State Bar in 2009 and has continued practicing in Pocatello, where his work has included representation connected to Chapter 7 bankruptcy administration and disputes arising in federal bankruptcy court.

Court records show Tom representing Chapter 7 trustees in bankruptcy matters, including disputes over exemptions, claims, and estate administration. That work requires familiarity with the Bankruptcy Code, federal procedure, creditor interests, and the responsibilities of trustees. His broader practice background also includes commercial debt collection and probate matters, allowing him to address related questions involving obligations, assets, and legal rights outside the immediate bankruptcy process.

Thomas D. Smith brings experience from both private and public practice to clients dealing with financial and civil legal problems. His current firm serves a wide range of business and individual clients, and his bankruptcy work includes supporting trustees in the administration of cases and contested issues. Tom’s combination of bankruptcy, collections, probate, and litigation experience helps clients understand procedural requirements, evaluate available options, and address disputes with practical legal guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Spinner, Wood & Smith
• Member, Idaho State Bar
• Chair and Treasurer, Sixth District Family Law Section
• Member, Professional Conduct Board, Idaho State Bar
• At-large member, Governing Counsel, Idaho State Bar Family Law Section
• Member, Bannock County Planning and Development Council

Licensed State

• Idaho

Education

• S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• California State University East Bay
  Master of Public Administration

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