About Rod
Rod W. Smith joined Avera & Avera as partner in 2000, leading to the firm's renaming as Avera & Smith, LLP. He has been instrumental in the firm's growth and capabilities, bringing extensive trial experience and expertise in labor law, criminal law, and personal injury. A University of Florida College of Law graduate (1975), Rod served as State Attorney of the Eighth Judicial Circuit from 1992-2000, where he was nationally recognized as a preeminent prosecutor by the Association of Capital Litigators. He is known for his community involvement, frequently serving as an auctioneer for Haven Hospice and participating in charity golf tournaments.
Licensed States
Education
J.D.
University of Florida College of Law, Gainesville, Florida
B.A.
University of Tulsa, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Contact Rod
Location
2814 SW 13th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
Gainesville, FL
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