Joseph W. Smith

Joseph W. Smith is a senior attorney at Miles Mason Family Law Group, PLC. He is a highly skilled litigator with extensive experience in family law, including divorce, child custody, paternity, prenuptial agreements, and child support cases. His legal expertise has earned him recognition as a top attorney in Tennessee.

Smith is known for his ability to handle complex domestic relations matters, ensuring that his clients receive the best possible representation. His leadership roles within professional legal organizations demonstrate his commitment to the legal community and continuous professional development.

Smith earned a B.B.A. in Marketing from the University of Memphis in 2012. He later pursued his J.D. degree from the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at the University of Memphis, graduating in 2015. During his legal studies, he worked as a Student Attorney in the Child & Family Litigation Clinic and received the CALI Excellence Award for outstanding academic performance.

Smith’s career began in 2016 as an associate attorney at Amy J. Amundsen, Rice, Amundsen & Caperton, where he represented clients in high-stakes family law cases. His strong advocacy skills led him to join Miles Mason Family Law Group, where he now serves as a senior attorney.

Smith has a passion for mentoring and educating young lawyers. He co-chairs legal seminars and serves as a board member in multiple professional organizations, including the Tennessee Bar Association and the Memphis Bar Association. His leadership in these groups helps improve legal education and practice standards in family law.

Beyond litigation, Joseph W. Smith is dedicated to community service. He volunteers at the Memphis Area Legal Services’ Saturday Legal Clinic, providing free legal guidance to those in need. His work has earned him prestigious honors, including the “Best of the Bar” award from the Memphis Business Journal and recognition as a Tennessee Rising Star by Super Lawyers. Through his extensive experience, leadership, and dedication to public service, Smith continues to make a meaningful impact in family law and the legal profession.

Law Office Affiliations

• Senior Attorney, Miles Mason Family Law Group, PLC
• Board of Directors, Memphis Bar Association
• Board of Directors, National Bar Association Ben F. Jones Chapter
• Associate, Leo Bearman, Sr. American Inn of Court

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• The University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Memphis
  BBA in Marketing

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