JENNI SMITH

Ashmore & Ashmore Law Firm

Rockwall, TX

10+ Years Experience

Licensed in 1 State

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About JENNI

Jenni Smith is a proud native Texan hailing from Plano. As a dedicated wife and mother, Jenni cherishes family time with her husband, their son, and their spirited Siberian Husky. Outside the courtroom, she brings vibrancy and rhythm to her life through salsa dancing, culinary adventures, and fishing trips with her loved ones. An avid supporter of her husband’s and son’s sporting events, Jenni's weekends are often spent cheering from the sidelines. Jenni’s academic journey is marked by excellence and dedication. She holds both undergraduate and graduate degrees from Baylor University. Her legal prowess was further honed at the University of Houston Law Center, where she was a standout member of the Moot Court Negotiation Team, achieving the title of Texas state champion and national runner-up. With a diverse and extensive legal background, Jenni brings a wealth of experience to Ashmore & Ashmore Law Firm. Her expertise spans insurance defense, personal injury, family law, criminal law, juvenile law, CPS ad litem, estate planning, elder law, and municipal law. Notably, Jenni has served as a criminal prosecutor for the Rockwall County DA's Office and the City of Forney, and she was the City Attorney for Forney. For the past decade, she has successfully managed her private practice, providing dedicated legal services in family law, criminal law, juvenile law, CPS ad litem, estate planning, elder law, and veterans' benefits coordination. Jenni is deeply committed to her community, actively participating in the Rockwall Bar Association, Leadership Rockwall, and volunteering with organizations like Hope's Door (formerly New Beginnings Center) and the Magdalan House. She is also a dedicated member of Lakeshore Church. Jenni’s rich professional journey includes roles as a certified nursing assistant and EMT, where she worked in a hospital setting and as an EMT for Baylor University club sports. Before embarking on her legal career, she served as an investigator with Adult Family Services. Her commitment to personal challenges is evident through her completion of the Austin Texas Distance Running Challenge and the Texas MS150 bike ride multiple times. Adding to her diverse experience, Jenni taught high school speech and coached girls' track in West Dallas, demonstrating her passion for education and mentorship.