Stephanie Smith Woodard

Stephanie Smith Woodard is a founder and lead attorney who represents clients in family law, divorce, child custody, estate planning, and probate across Mississippi and Alabama. Stephanie helps individuals and families address sensitive legal issues with clear advice, steady advocacy, and practical planning. Her work includes guiding clients through family transitions, protecting important assets, and making complex legal decisions more manageable.

Stephanie graduated magna cum laude from The University of Alabama with a B.A. in Political Science and a minor in English. She later earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Alabama School of Law. Her academic training supports her ability to analyze legal issues carefully, prepare persuasive written work, and advise clients with sound judgment during personal and financial transitions.

Stephanie began her legal career in Birmingham, Alabama, with employment law work before focusing on brief writing, trial practice, and appellate matters. After relocating to Columbus in 2013, she continued practicing in Alabama and later obtained her Mississippi law license in 2019. Her background includes work across family law, estate planning, probate, courtroom advocacy, and written legal analysis for clients facing important decisions.

Stephanie Smith Woodard combines legal knowledge with a thoughtful understanding of the personal concerns that often shape family and estate matters. She is admitted to practice in Alabama and Mississippi state and federal courts and has held leadership roles with local and professional bar organizations. Through careful planning, practical guidance, and strong advocacy, Stephanie helps clients move forward with confidence during difficult and meaningful stages of life.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Woodard Law LLC
• Member, The Mississippi Bar
• Member, Alabama Bar Association
• President, Lowndes County Bar Association (2020–2022)
• Member, Birmingham Bar Association

Licensed State

• Mississippi
• Alabama

Education

• University of Alabama School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Alabama
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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