Meghan Smith

Chief of Staff – Director of Operations

Connect with Meghan

As Director of Operations, Meghan is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the
business. Her eye for detail and desire to make systems, processes and people work as effectively and
efficiently makes her a natural fit for operations. Meghan prides herself on her strong desire to provide
our team members with the support, tools, resources, and information they need to be successful. She
is responsible for engaging and maintaining partnerships with law schools and clients as well as
managing our marketing, social media, human resources, and many other business functions.

Professional Background

Prior to joining Legal Innovators as part of the inaugural team, Meghan was the Public Policy Manager for the National Restaurant Association, where she advocated before Congress and the Executive Branch on the Association’s priority issues including Trade, Labor, Travel and Tourism, Food and Nutrition, Privacy, Tax and Healthcare. Meghan has several years of experience in the legal field and started her career as a Legal Assistant at Fish & Richardson, P.C., a leading global intellectual property law firm where she worked in both the prosecution and litigation departments. She also has a background and passion for policy and politics, which led her to focus on federal policy for the National Restaurant Association.

Education

Serving the Community

  • VADC – Best Buddies International, Volunteer
  • Best Buddies Capital Region PROM Committee, Member
  • Tri Delta Washington DC Metro Alumnae Chapter, Member. Philanthropic focus: St. Jude
    Children’s Research Hospital