Jennifer R. Smith
About Jennifer R. Smith
Jennifer R. Smith is a lawyer based in Birmingham, AL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Jennifer R. Smith is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Banking and Finance Law
- Commercial Finance Law
- Project Finance Law
Current Firm: Maynard Nexsen PC
Education: Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: Birmingham, AL
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