team-member

Laura Smith

Independence, MO

Licensed for 19 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

Independence divorce attorney Laura E. Smith’s primary motivation in practicing family law is the opportunity it gives her to help people through a challenging time.That is what gives her the greatest sense of professional satisfaction.“I have a great empathy for my clients, and I recognize that they are going through the most emotional time in their life,” she said.Particularly when children are involved, Ms. Smith generally advises clients to take a measured approach during the initial case stages. If there is a need to get aggressive, Ms. Smith loves to go to court and litigate cases, but her main focus is the best interest of the children.“If we can decrease hostility in the co-parenting relationship and improve communication, that will generally make life better for both you and the children,” she said.Prior to joining Cordell & Cordell, Ms. Smith practiced family and criminal law.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Cordell & Cordell4200 Little Blue Parkway, Suite 550Independence, MO, 640574200 Little Blue Parkway, Suite 550Independence, MO, 64057

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
December 18, 2018

Laura has been definitely a concerned and tenacious defender of our case. She has been available and gone the extra mile to ensure we are comfortable and informed.

Ryan
February 2, 2018

My name is Ryan Bunch. Attorney Laura Smith in the Kansas City office did a great job for me. I was in need of some custody revisions. Laura was so professional and helpful!! I would highly recommend her!!! A++!!!!

anonymous
December 18, 2018

Laura has been definitely a concerned and tenacious defender of our case. She has been available and gone the extra mile to ensure we are comfortable and informed.

Ryan
February 2, 2018

My name is Ryan Bunch. Attorney Laura Smith in the Kansas City office did a great job for me. I was in need of some custody revisions. Laura was so professional and helpful!! I would highly recommend her!!! A++!!!!

anonymous
December 18, 2018

Laura has been definitely a concerned and tenacious defender of our case. She has been available and gone the extra mile to ensure we are comfortable and informed.

Ryan
February 2, 2018

My name is Ryan Bunch. Attorney Laura Smith in the Kansas City office did a great job for me. I was in need of some custody revisions. Laura was so professional and helpful!! I would highly recommend her!!! A++!!!!