Emily Smith

Emily C. Smith is a Senior Associate in Butler’s Miami office, working alongside the appellate practice team. Emily’s practice areas primarily involve liability defense, first-party property, and extra-contractual matters, as well as trial and general litigation support, in both state and federal courts.

Emily attended the University of Miami School of Law, graduating cum laude. While attending the University of Miami School of Law, Emily had the privilege of serving as an appellate intern to Chief Judge Juan Ramirez, Jr. Emily originally hails from the cornfields of rural Northern Illinois. She attended Roosevelt University in downtown Chicago, earning her Bachelor’s with top honors. After graduating, she worked as a theatrical lighting technician, stage manager, set designer, and general event production and staging technician.

Prior to joining Butler, Emily practiced extensively in Florida state and Federal Courts. In addition to her appellate experience, Emily’s trial court experience includes all aspects of litigation, from inception to jury verdict, on both the defense and plaintiff sides.

Emily’s diverse background, in both courtroom and law office settings, allows her to approach legal issues from a unique perspective, considering their many concurrent facets and nuances

Emily’s interests outside the office include traveling, sailing, biking, and camping.