Areas of Practice
Criminal
Getting into trouble with the law may not mean that you are a “criminal” but it does mean that you need the absolute best legal representation. With years of legal experience as a prosecutor, Kelly Jackson Smith is very familiar with the law, law enforcement, jury trials and the tremendous resources that the State will use to prove its case against you.
If you have been accused of a crime, or suspect that you are under investigation for having committed a crime, your liberty is at stake. When a person’s life or liberty is at stake, Kelly Jackson Smith will work zealously to protect your interests.
Anyone who hires Kelly Jackson Smith as their criminal attorney will benefit from her integrity, experience and tenacity.
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Probate
Simply defined, probate is the process that occurs after an individual passes away that involves distributing assets and taking care of any debts. This is a process that happens regardless of whether or not there is a will. The Tennessee probate process can be confusing and complicated.
An experienced attorney will know what to expect of the judges in your jurisdiction and should be able to use this knowledge to your advantage. As your attorney, Kelly Jackson Smith will help you resolve all of your probate concerns, including:
- Establishing conservatorships
- Preparing Wills & Living Wills
- Administering your loved one’s estate
- Protecting your interests in will contests
Divorce
Technically divorce is the legal separation of husband and wife, for cause, by the judgment of a court. Whether your divorce is determined by annulment, uncontested divorce or contested divorce it is most important to choose the best attorney for you. Kelly Jackson Smith will personally work with you during every step of your case and help you come up with a solution that is in your family’s best interests.
An experienced attorney will know what to expect of the judges in your jurisdiction and should be able to use this knowledge to your advantage. Kelly Jackson Smith is focused on providing the highest quality legal guidance and representation pertaining to all matters in the area of family law; from negotiation, mediation and arbitration to trial.