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Emily Broadhead Smoak
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About Emily
Biography
I have been practicing law since 1993, in pratically all areas from divorce and paternity, modifications, criminal defense, personal injury, probate, general civil litigation, and the llke. As a young lawyer, I started out taking any case that would get me in front of a jury. I knew I wanted to be a trial lawyer. I wanted to be comfortable in the court room. So, I tried all manner of criminal cases, civil contract cases, and personal injury cases. I started my law practice in Maine. After 10 years, I had twin daughters and moved to Salt Lake City, Utah. Since that time, my practice has focused on divorce, paternity and family law, and some criminal and civil law. I now have a son as well. My husband and I live with our three children and three dogs in Park City, Utah. We love to ski, hike, play baseball, softball, soccer, and any other sport that involves the outdoors. I have my own practice now, having practiced in small firms to large firms over the years. I find my joy in my family, and in helping my clients through some of the worst times of their life. The best part is the fact that they move through a process, and hopfully, at the end, continue to move forward in a more positive way. I have watched a spouse, mother or father, collapesed by divorce or separation, find love again, connect with their children again, and find their own joy again. I am grateful for those clients that stay in touch with me so I can share in their happiness.
Experienced, top AV - rated attorney specializing in family law, civil, and criminal litigation
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
33 years
33 years
33 years
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Utah for 21 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maine for 31 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Emily Broadhead Smoak's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 18 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jerry | June 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Divorce
Emily strongly represented my interests and the interests of my minor child and even, ultimately, those of my young adult children. She listened to my goals, worked in accord with my ambitious timeline to dissolve the marriage and applied both her legal skills and social perceptiveness to critically ...
Posted by Martin | September 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney
110% Satisfied Client
Emily Smoak and her team were there for us when we needed her most. She was able to represent our family's best interest and negotiated a settlement that was far better than originally proposed. Regular communication and consultations were very much appreciated. Working with her calmed our fears duri...
Posted by Cindy | July 14, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
Unique, caring, impressive
After an emergent situation with my teen daughter, I was feeling completely helpless. I had called for help from police to court offices and others just to be discouraged. I called Emily Smoak's office and spoke to Conor Murphy. He listened, was patient, very encouraging and helpful without money bei...
Posted by Timothy Bell | January 9, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Emily is great
Last year I went through a very messy and emotional divorce. I don't know how I would've navigated it without Emily. She is very knowledgeable and got back to me in a timely matter with any issue that came up. She is fair and gives reasonable advise. Having Emily on my side gave me the confidence and...
Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Good Attorney
As hard as divorce is Emily was always there to answer my questions and a pleasure to work with . She was always available to answer my questions quickly and competently. I would highly recommend her to assist you in a most unpleasant legal matter. What I found is that you need someone that you can c...
Emily Broadhead Smoak's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Emily is one of the most professional, intelligent, hard-working, and successful family Lawyers in Utah. I have had the pleasure of working with her on a number of cases. Whenever I have a case against Emily, I know I have got to bring my best work because that’s what I always can expect from her. If Emily is your lawyer, you have made an excellent choice."
"I have worked with Emily as opposing counsel on several cases. She is a strong advocate for her clients while also being collaborative in nature. She is a pleasure to work with. I endorse this lawyer."
"Emily is an excellent and personable attorney attorney with a passion for assisting her clients. I have co-counseled with Emily on multiple matters and often consult with her. She has an excellent command of the law, and more importantly, is a common sense problem solver. I confidently recommend her to anyone who needs legal services in her areas of expertise."
"Emily has a very pleasant style. She is reasonable and diligent and works well with other attorneys. We were able to resolve a difficult case due to her openness and good communication skills."
"As a colleague, I would say that Emily's distinctive feature is that she is very easy to work with. This character trait is essential to being able to settle a case with an opposing counsel generally. In the practice area of family law -- where emotions run high and opposing counsel are ofttimes difficult -- I find Emily's approach to be a breath of fresh air. For that reason alone I think she is an impressive family law practitioner. I have also discussed various cases, colleagues, and court staff with Emily on occasion, and Emily appears to be well versed in family law practice and procedure. Emily is a wonderfully supportive colleague."
"I 100% endorse Emily. She has the intellect, practical knowledge, and exceptionally calm personality that makes her the perfect attorney to represent you during a difficult time in your life. She is brilliant both in her understanding of the law, and on strategy that serves her client's well. I would not hesitate to hire her to represent you. She is excellent."
"I endorse this lawyer. Emily is knowledgeable and professional. A true pleasure to work with. If you are in Utah and have a domestic matter, I recommend that you give Emily a call."
Family lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
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Experience
Honors
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Elite Lawer Family Law, Elite Lawyers of America
2023
Elite Lawer Family Law, Elite Lawyers of America
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Elite Lawer Family Law, Elite Lawyers of America
2013
Top Women Leaders in the Law, AML
2013
Who's Who for Excellence, Worldwide Network
2013
Excellence in Law, WorldWide Who's Who
2010
Utah Legal Elite, Utah Legal Elite
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Shareholder, Smoak Law, Inc.
2005 - 2012
Shareholder, Durham Jones & Pinegar
2004 - 2005
Shareholder, Cohne, Rappaport & Segal
2003 - 2004
Associate Attorney, Cohne, Rappaport & Segal
1996 - 2003
Attorney, Laskoff & Associates
Associations
2013 - Present
Park City Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Women Lawyers AllianceMember
2008 - Present
Utah Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2004 - Present
Utah State BarMember
2004 - Present
U.S District Court, District of UtahMember
2004 - Present
Utah State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
1994 - Present
U.S. District Court, District of MaineMember
1999 - 2003
Maine Civil Liberties UnionBoard of Directors
1998 - 2003
Androscoggin County Bar AssociationSecretary/Treasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
won
won
won
not guilty
not guilty
Education
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
2011
Publications
2017
2017
2017
2011
2011
2011
2011
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers