She collects background information concerning the client and offense, interviews clients and witnesses and investigates cases to prepare for court proceedings, and prepares meetings and briefs. Ms. Smith also negotiates with assistant district attorneys to secure favorable dispositions for clients. Ms. Smith is also a member of NYCLA’s Immigration and Nationality Law Committee and a past participant of the Summer Minority Judicial Internship program. She is a graduate of New York Law School. Select Another Committee