$ 250-300 per hour
Katrina Louise Smith
About Katrina
Biography
,As a child, I watched family and friends stumble their way through the legal system. From disheartening custody battles to cheating spouses to illegal evictioins, the legal system undoubtably captivated my attention at a very young age. What really commanded my attention is that I recognized the consquential results people can face when they travel their tumultuous legal journey alone or without the assistance of competent and fearless counsel.
The inequities I witnessed as a child has caused me to become a passionate advocate for excellence and a ruthless purveyor of positive results. Every time I step into a courtroom, my personal goal is to ensure that all parties are treated fairly and competently during an already challenging time in their lives.
I am a proud triple graduate of North Carolina Central University and have received the following degrees:
- Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice with Concentration in Corrections (highest honors)
- Bachelor of Science, Family & Consumer Science with Concentration in Child Development & Family Relations (highest honors)
- Juris Doctorate
If you know anything about North Carolina Central University, then you should know that its mascot is an eagle. Eagles are known to bestow freedom and courage to look ahead. I like to think of myself akin to an eagle because I strive to show each of my clients that there is a light at the end of the tunnel which enables them to begin each phase of the legal process with confidence and optimism.
I am the attorney for you if you are looking for someone who will provide you with exceptional care, individualized attention, and sound advice. My breadth of experience ensures that I can break down a wide variety of complicated issues in a way that allows you to be educated and confident in your case. As an attorney, my mission is to ensure that you will understand the process, how the court may make a decision, and how we will strategize to reach the best possible outcome as efficiently as possible. Whether your matter can be resolved amicably or requires lengthy courtroom time, you can rest easy knowing that I will be right by your side fighting for you all the way.
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Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
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Licensed in North Carolina for 16 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Smith Legal Solutions
232 W Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC, 27609
Smith Legal Solutions
Post Office Box 26993, Raleigh, NC, 27611
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Katrina Louise Smith's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Intellectual Property
Best of the best!
Working with Katrina Smith has been one of the best decisions I’ve made in my entire life. She walked me through the Trademark and Copyright process and took the time to thoroughly audit my website and brand, along with helping me successfully file my very first trademark! Not only is Katrina sup...
Posted by Keith | April 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Trademark Application
Absolutely Amazing
Katrina walked me through step by step in getting my business trademarked. She was super-detailed, very communicative, patient and she was fun to work with and she is not a boring lawyer!
Posted by Kim | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Business
Transparency
Attorney Smith is and has been a true blessing for my business and family. She has a lot of knowledge in Business and Family Law and knows how to communicate what I need to know in order to protect my family and business. I TRUST her, she is straight to the point and very easy to talk too. She is...
Posted by anonymous | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant
A+ Highly Recommend
We are repeat clients of Attorney Katrina Smith. Ms. Smith helped us with multiple landlord and lease issues. She is everything you could want in an attorney: professional, knowledgeable, honest, accessible, patient, empathetic, and a good listener. It was immediately clear that she was an expert...
Posted by Julian | September 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Great Attorney
Attorney Smith is hands down THE BEST! She represented me in a child custody case against my son's mother. I spent years begging for visitation and allowing my ex to dictate when I could see my son. Attorney Smith took on my case with no hesitation and I was able to get sole custody of my son. Throug...
Katrina Louise Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"Katrina is an exceptional lawyer. I refer many cases to her and always hear positive feedback about her services. She is one of a few here in our area that practice landlord/tenant law and I feel comfortable sending prospective clients to her."
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"I highly endorse Attorney Smith. She is very knowledgeable is this area of the law. I have had the opportunity to work with her on a matter and against her on several matters, her professionalism is great. And she is serious about the practice of law."
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"Ms. Smith is really a superb attorney. I love reading her answers to questions on Avvo and learning from her expertise and her incredible advise. I have been an attorney, judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and law professor, and I still learn from her every day. I would highly recommend her to everyone and anyone on Avvo."
"While I do not know Ms. Smith personally, I have reviewed many of her answers to legal questions on this site. Ms. Smith gives insightful answers to those with legal issues providing helpful guidance. Easy to endorse her as an attorney."
"Ms. Smith handles a number of areas of law and she is obviously very well versed in each one. She has spent a considerable time on this site helping others and that serves as an example to her desire to use her expertise to help others."
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"Attorney Smith's research and writing depicts a strong command of the law and how to apply it. She possesses all the right skills to be an excellent advocate for her clients. Most importantly she cares about her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Smith and I are not related but we did attend the same law school a few years apart. What Katrina lacks in experience, she more that makes up for with dedication and a zeal for learning. If she confronts an issue she will dig through books and cases and consult with her more experienced peers. If you have a criminal or family law matter in the Research Triangle Area I suggest you take advantage of her free consultation."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Family Law "10 Best" Attorneys for NC, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2013
Top Contributor, Avvo
2013
A+ Rating, BBB
2007
Outstanding Service, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity "Watkins Chapter"
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Senior Litigation Attorney, Smith Legal Solutions
2010 - 2011
Trial Team Coach, NC Central University School of Law
Associations
2012 - Present
10th Judicial District Bar Association
2009 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association
2009 - Present
Capital City Lawyers Association
2009 - Present
George H. White Bar
Sample of Legal Cases
Hedingham Apts v. Andre
Case Dismissed
Brockenbrough v. Moore
Father was granted primary, physical custody of his daughter
Jones v. Minnis
Case Dismissed
State of NC v. Taylor
Case Dismissed
Ticon Properties v. Lucas
Tenant prevailed and received a judgment in the amount of $5,000.00 from the landlord
Education
2009
North Carolina Central University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
North Carolina Central University
BS - Bachelor of Science
2005
North Carolina Central University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Smith Legal Solutions Seminar
Defending Against Slumlords
2013
Lincoln Park Church Education Day
The Sky Is The Limit
Publications
2017
Amacom Books publication
Know Your Rights - How To Sue Your Landlord And Win!
2016
Huami Magazine
Attorney Katrina Smith
2016
NCCU School of Law
NCCU Law Graduate Katrina Smith '09: Making It Happen
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My ex owes me more than $20K in Child Support. Now, our 13 year old son wants to live with him. My ex lives in NY.
08 Oct 2013
Q&A
I need to subpoena DSS workers for custody hearings, I don't have an attorney. They are crucial to my case.
04 Oct 2013
Q&A
Does filing a motion of contempt on a custody order "reset" the clock on a custody case?
03 Oct 2013