Atty. Shawn Smith

Atty. Shawn Smith

Shawn Smith is a lawyer practicing estate planning, administrative law, banking law and 15 other areas of law. Shawn received a B.A. degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Ames Ames 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Shawn Smith at a glance

Shawn Smith is a Member based in Ames, Iowa, practicing at Shawn Smith Attorney and Counselor at Law, P.L.L.C.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on wills, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2001) and Minnesota (Inactive) U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern Di (2003). Educated at Thurgood Marshall School of Law J.D. (—) and Indiana University of Pennsylvania B.A. Political Science (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Ames, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Shawn Smith is a lawyer practicing estate planning, administrative law, banking law and 15 other areas of law
  • Shawn received a B.A. degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Shawn practices at Shawn Smith Attorney and Counselor at Law, P.L.L.C. in Ames, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Shawn Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shawn Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Shawn Smith is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Iowa →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Shawn Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Shawn Smith is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Iowa →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Shawn Smith is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Iowa →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Shawn Smith is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

Practicing law in Iowa. Legal matters in Iowa are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Ames are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Iowa state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Iowa brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Iowa courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Shawn Smith

Where is Shawn Smith's law office located?
Shawn Smith's law practice is located in Ames, Iowa. The firm is Shawn Smith Attorney and Counselor at Law, P.L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shawn Smith handle?
Shawn Smith focuses on wills, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Shawn Smith practiced law?
Shawn Smith has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Shawn Smith go to law school?
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How can I contact Shawn Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Shawn Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Shawn Smith received?
Shawn Smith's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

Thurgood Marshall School of Law J.D.
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Indiana University of Pennsylvania B.A. Political Science
- In Progress

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2001
Minnesota (Inactive) U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa U.S. District Court, Southern Di
Admitted: 2003

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