Sarah Smith

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Member of CLM Since: 2013

CLM Committees

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CLM Contributions

  • Speaker - 2018 CLM New York Conference and Holiday Party
  • Speaker - 2021 CLM Focus: Cyber Liability, Extra-Contractual, Insurance Coverage, Claims and Litigation Management
  • Speaker - 2021 CLM Focus: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Management Liability, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, Professional Liability, Transportation, Claims and Litigation Management
  • Speaker - 2025 Focus Conference, Women's Summit, and Holiday Party

Articles

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Practice Areas

  • Insurance Coverage
  • Maritime Law

Biography

Sarah is the Office Managing Partner of the Houston office. She has a robust practice focusing on complex litigation, including all aspects of commercial/contractual disputes. Sarah has spent the last decade and a half litigating matters across the nation and has established herself as a proficient litigator in matters related to marine and energy, indemnity disputes, and catastrophic casualty cases. Sarah has also honed her expertise in various aspects of first-party claims arising from catastrophic events, showcasing her adeptness in navigating complex and high-stakes scenarios.

Sarah’s professional liability experience includes defending claims against attorneys, insurance agents/brokers, design professionals, and real estate professionals. She plays a pivotal role in advising and representing directors and officers of diverse organizations, both in pre-suit negotiations and litigation proceedings.

Licensed in both Louisiana and Texas, Sarah maintains an active practice in both state and federal courts across both states. Her reach goes beyond regional boundaries, as she engages in nationwide practice under pro hac admission throughout the country. Sarah prides herself on providing strategic evaluations and business-minded solutions, in addition to keeping abreast of legal trends and jurisprudence, for the benefit of her clients.

Education

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Admissions/Licenses

  • Bar Admissions: LA, TX
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