also known as Kristi Smith
I spent the first several years of my career in general practice and family law litigation. For nearly 10 years now, I have chosen to use my experiences, both professionally and personally, to better serve people who have been injured through no fault of their own. Not many personal injury attorneys understand the pain and suffering that comes from a motor vehicle accident like I do. I was in a motor vehicle collision in January 2010 in which I suffered a serious injury. Drawing from my own life experience, I understand how to sucessfully navigate the legal system and I can communicate exactly how my clients feel and what they are going through to get the best result.
When I am not in the courtroom, I enjoy spending time with friends and family and rarely miss a Bronco game or a Nebraska Cornhusker game. As a Colorado native and a Florida transplant, I love the outdoors and try to spend as much time as I can in nature with my family.
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Acquired: 2022
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State: Colorado
Acquired: 2010
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2803 Fruitville Rd, Suite 240, Sarasota, FL, 34237
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Posted by Patrick | February 16, 2026 | Personal Injury
Best Personal Injury Attorney
Kristi is a highly skilled and accomplished personal injury lawyer. She has dedicated herself to fighting for those injured to no fault of their own for over a decade. I highly recommend her.
Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Reliable and Knowledgeable!
When I went through my divorce in 2012, Ms. Smith was there for me every step of the way. She was so good at explaining everything and making sure I was protected. The process was made much less stressful by having Ms. Smith help me through the entire process. During one of the most difficult times...
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristi is very skilled at advocating for her clients. She obtains very good results because of her work ethic and experience."
"Kristi is an experienced litigator, and I have the utmost respect for her legal acumen. She deftly handles complex litigation matters, sympathetically guides her clients, and earns the trust of her colleagues. I have the privilege to work with her on several cases."
"Kristi is a joy to work with. Her clients and her co-corkers love her positive attitude and work ethic. She takes great care of her clients and is always fighting for their rights. I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a good personal injury attorney."
"Kristi is great with people and in the courtroom. She has been to trial on an injury matter personally and truly understands what it is like to be a client."
"I endorse Kristi without hesitation. She is a lawyer with an exceptional knowledge of family law and all of the nuances found in that practice area. She is someone that I would trust with a matter important to me."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kristi is a thoughtful and intelligent person who I would want to represent me or someone important to me in matters as emotionally challenging and serious as Family law."
"Ms. Smith is a dedicated advocate for her clients. She is smart, savvy and well respected by others in her field. I would recommend her to anyone in need of a skilled family law attorney."
"Kristi Smith is a very dedicated attorney. She fights hard for her clients and is well versed in the law. I would highly recommend hiring Ms. Smith for a family law matter."
"Kristi is an incredible resource as both a colleague and litigator for her clients. She is a highly skilled litigator and yet maintains a demeanor and approachability that enhances her negotiation skills. It is refreshing to work in a field that is not known for always being the most engaging with someone that possesses such professionalism."
"Kristi is a serious attorney who's care for her client's cases and best interests is evident in her work."
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2022
Top 100, The National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top Ten Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Top Ten Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Certificate of Completion of Mediation Training, Phoenix Strategies
2025 - Present
Attorney, Hale Law
2020 - 2025
Attorney, Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh Jardine, PC
2017 - 2020
Attorney- Litigation Division, Ramos Law Firm
2016 - 2017
Senior Attorney, Thomas Pollart & Miller, LLC
2015 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Thomas Pollart & Miller, LLC
2011 - 2015
Associate Attorney, The People's Law Firm
2009 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2025
Colorado Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - 2025
Jefferson County Bar AssociationMember
Court determined that the child's best interests would be served by placing child with blood siblings
2015
40 hour mediation certificate
2010
JD
2007
BA
2019
The Leap Year - Pros and Cons
2017
2016
English
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