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After earning her bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Kansas in 1999, Laura Smith remained at the University of Kansas School of Law and obtained her Juris Doctorate. After passing the Kansas (2002) and Missouri (2003) bars, Laura worked in a variety of legal areas, including trusts, estate planning, business formation, insurance claims, landlord/tenant matters, and criminal defense.
In 2007, Laura became an Assistant District Attorney, first in Wyandotte County, Kansas before then moving to the Johnson County District Attorney’s in 2008. Laura spent 7.5 years prosecuting high-level drug cases, including the manufacture, cultivation, and distribution of narcotics, and her final year focused on charging cases for the Johnson County District Attorney’s Office. These experiences gave her a broad base of knowledge. During her career in prosecution, she was able to handle a number of high-level and high-profile cases, including person, property, and drug crimes.
After 10 years in prosecution, Laura began her practice in family law in 2016. Her family law practice includes divorce, paternity, modification, child custody, child support, protection orders, and guardianships. Working in family law has been extremely fulfilling and has allowed Laura to continue her passion for helping others during some of their most challenging life experiences. “Divorce can be extremely stressful. It can be extremely consuming for people,” Smith said, “Your whole life is up in the air, but that’s where having the right attorney, the right partner in this process, makes all the difference.”
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5301 W. 75th Street, Ste 100, Prairie Village, KS, 66208
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Posted by Ivan | November 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A Lifeline
Navigating a high-conflict and emotionally charged custody battle was one of the most difficult experiences of my life, and I’m incredibly grateful to have had Laura by my side throughout it. From the outset, she demonstrated an extraordinary ability to manage the complexities of my case, which invol...
Posted by Chris | November 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Compassion with Legal Prowess
Laura has had an invaluable impact on my life. I feel incredibly lucky to have her represent me. The sad reality is divorce is tramatic, and it brings with it intense waves of emotions. Whenever I would become overwhelmed with the process, Laura has always been there with calming confidence expertly...
Posted by Mike | November 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Best lawyer ive ever hired!
She expertly navigated my case and I ened up getting full custody of my kids. For any other single dads out there i highly recommend her for your family law needs
Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Seasoned High-Conflict Attorney
Laura Smith is a Godsend and an exceptional attorney. She is completely unintimidated by high-conflict situations. She is highly skilled and well-connected within the legal community. Her extensive background as a prosecutor, defender, and divorce attorney gives her a unique, well-rounded perspect...
Posted by Trevor | November 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I would recommend.
I felt Mrs. Smith took my case to heart and put in the effort that my case needed.
"I am pleased to endorse Laura. We have worked together in several roles. She was an associate in my firm and I have worked with her on various matters as co-counsel or counsel to whom I referred clients with matters within her areas of expertise. She is professional, organized, well-versed in the law and takes the time to get to know her clients and their legal requirements in order to meet their needs. In addition to divorce matters, Laura's background in criminal matters, both as a defense attorney and as a prosecutor makes her uniquely qualified to assist clients with criminal issues."
"Laura is an experienced attorney that works hard for her clients. She is very invested in her cases and pays attention to detail. She would be an asset to any client involved in a family law matter."
"Laura is a dedicated and savvy lawyer who brings years of practical knowledge from her time in the Public Defender's Office and two District Attorney's Offices within the metro area. I would definitely recommend Laura."
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2025 - Present
Of Counsel, Haynes Law Firm LLC
2023 - 2025
Attorney, Juris Law & Mediation, LLC
2019 - 2022
Senior Litigation Attorney, Cordell & Cordell
2017 - 2019
Senior Associate Attorney, Stange Law Firm, PC
2016 - 2017
Owner, Law Offices of Laura E. Smith, LLC
2008 - 2016
Assistant District Attorney II, Johnson County District Attorney's Office
2007 - 2008
Assistant District Attorney I, Wyandotte County District Attorney's Office
2006 - 2007
Associate Attorney, The Smith Law Group
2004 - 2006
Assistant District Defender, 10th Judicial District Office of the Public Defender
2019 - Present
Johnson County Family Law American Inn of CourtMaster
2008 - Present
Johnson County Bar Association
2005 - Present
Earl E. O'Connor American Inn of CourtBarrister
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English