We Protect Your Constitutional Rights Meet the Attorneys of Smith & Vinson Law Firm

Jennifer Taylor

Jennifer Taylor is a passionate and dedicated attorney who believes that preparation, attention to detail, and work ethic are the keys to winning a case.

Jennifer completed her undergraduate degree in political science at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, graduating magna cum laude. She attended law school at South Texas College of Law, where she met Partners Jarrod Smith and Brad Vinson. While a law student, Jennifer focused on gaining as much real-world experience as she could. Experiences such as her internship with the Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps and her participation in two of South Texas’ legal clinics allowed Jennifer to work closely with clients and help them navigate an often confusing and complicated legal system in order to obtain the results they wanted. Academically, Jennifer focused on honing her legal research and writing skills, serving as Editor-in-Chief of Currents: Journal of International Economic Law. Jennifer graduated South Texas summa cum laude.

Jennifer’s academic success led to her appointment after law school as a judicial law clerk for the Eleventh Court of Appeals in Eastland, Texas. As a clerk, Jennifer worked closely with appellate judges on a wide range of criminal law issues, such as post-conviction DNA testing, the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendments, admissibility of evidence (including expert testimony in complicated sexual assault and murder cases), and many others. Jennifer’s work at the court instilled in her a set of values that she carries with her throughout her career, including work ethic, honesty, compassion, and a desire to fight for truth and justice.

Jennifer lives in Round Rock, Texas with her two sons, Atticus and Noah, and her boxer, Khal Drogo.

Education

J.D., South Texas College of Law
- Summa cum laude
- Top 5% of class
- Editor-in-Chief of Currents: JIEL
- Vice President of the South Texas Criminal Law Society

B.S., Political Science, Lamar University
- Honors Program Graduate
- Magna Cum Laude

Professional Experience

Judicial Law Clerk, Eleventh Court of Appeals of Texas, 2016-2018
Law Clerk, Law Office of Paul D. Clote, 2014-2016
Intern, Office of the Staff Judge Advocate, U.S. Army, 2015
Research Assistant to Prof. Geoffrey Corn, South Texas College of Law, 2014-2015
Judicial Intern with Hon. Frances H. Stacy, Magistrate Judge, Bob Casey Federal Courthouse, 2013

Awards & Recognitions
CALI Awards for:
- Criminal Law
- Contracts I & II
- Legal Research & Writing
- Wills, Trusts, & Estates
- Payments Systems
- National Security Law
- Federal Income Tax
- Copyright Law

Bar Admissions

Texas

Our Clients Are Our Biggest Endorsers
Hear What They Have to Say

Responded very quickly after I reached out
“Responded very quickly after I reached out with little notice before court date. Communicated well and case was resolved to my satisfaction. ”

Previous client
Committed & Compassionate
“Jarrod Smith will commit himself fully to the defense of your case. He is a very compassionate and strong attorney. This coupled with his confidence in the courtroom let you know that you are being represented well by an attorney who cares about your case.”

Previous Client
He's a real lawyer!
“A civil issue arose in Austin with a family member. We sought the advice of a well named Austin attorney. This unnamed attorney provided egregious legal advice. In court, a lifetime civil injunction was ruled by the judge on this non-criminal civil issue. Once learning of this judgement we immediately started looking for another attorney and found Brad Vinson, with Smith and Vinson. Simply put, Brad had this entire debacle reversed and a new judgement set for what is customarily ruled in similar cases. It didn't take long either. I only wish we had called Brad first. He's a real lawyer!”

David
Knows how to help you
“Jarrod has worked on both sides of the judicial divide, both prosecutor and defender, and is well-positioned to evaluate a client’s chances and recommend what to do about them. I first met when he was Jarrod dedicated and diligent member of South Texas Law Review. He was dedicated because he volunteered as an assistant editor-in-chief. He was diligent because he pitched in during semester breaks. I know Jarrod has the temperament of a great advocate.”

Benjamin
Exceeded my expectations
“Jarrod Smith exceeded my expectations when faced with a difficult and uncertain situation. He was consistently helpful and available to answer any questions I had and walked me through the process. His prompt communication and timely responses were greatly appreciated. I highly recommend Jarrod and would undoubtedly hire him again if needed.”

Previous Client

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