Kathryn A. Smith

Kathryn A. Smith, Des Moines, Iowa Attorney

Kathryn was born and raised in Casa Grande, Arizona. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Arizona, graduating with a B.A. in Communication with minors in Law and Psychology. Kathryn moved to Des Moines to attend law school at Drake University Law School where she participated as a member of the arbitration team and practiced in the Drake Legal Clinic as a student attorney. While in law school, Kathryn gained valuable experience at other law firms in the areas of insurance defense, employment law, and general civil litigation.

Practice Areas

  • Workers' Compensation
  • Insurance Defense
  • Family Law

Education

  • B.A. in Communication with minors in Law and Psychology, 2020, University of Arizona
  • J.D., 2023, Drake University Law School

Professional Associations and Memberships

  • Iowa State Bar Association
  • Young Lawyers Division
  • American Bar Association

Hobbies

  • Reading, watching scary movies, baking