Law, Done Better.
After over twenty years in their respective law practices, founding partners Tara Smith and Elizabeth Sconzert joined forces in 2026 to build a firm that delivers exceptional legal results through trial ready strategy and business minded results. Their shared vision for a better way to practice law guides this practice of hand-picked, seasoned litigators who stand ready to protect client interests while delivering business savvy results.
With more than 100 years of combined legal experience, our attorneys bring seasoned judgment and a fresh perspective to every matter. We focus on efficiency, cost control and strong outcomes, while never losing sight of what matters most: protecting our clients’ rights.
We assist clients in resolving disputes efficiently through arbitration, mediation and alternative dispute resolution.
Smith Sconzert advises and represents businesses in complex corporate disputes and day-to-day legal matters.
Our experienced team defends businesses in a wide range of commercial disputes in state and federal courts.
Your Team
We are a women-owned law firm with a deep commitment to true diversity and inclusion. Smith Sconzert proudly serves clients throughout Louisiana and Texas, standing ready to move matters forward — strategically and efficiently. When you hire the Smith Sconzert team you get Law, Done Better.
Kelly Brian
Kelly Brian brings a diverse professional background and a thoughtful, practical approach to her legal practice at Smith Sconzert. Before entering the legal field, Kelly developed strong skills in leadership and relationship-building while working as a development officer for the Tulane Athletics Fund and later as an assistant athletic director for the McNeese Athletic Foundation at McNeese State University.
Karlin Fitzmorris
Karlin Fitzmorris is a licensed Louisiana attorney with more than a decade of experience in local government leadership, public law and litigation. She has served in both legal and executive roles, bringing a practical approach to complex operational, legal and political challenges.
Stephanie Hough
Stephanie Hough brings her diverse international background as a dual licensed Spanish speaking attorney to Smith Sconzert.
David B. Parnell
David B. Parnell, Jr. brings more than 25 years of experience to Smith Sconzert, LLC, having practiced in a wide range of legal settings across Louisiana.
Brett Sandifer
Brett Sandifer manages Smith Sconzert’s Baton Rouge office. His practice consists primarily of personal injury defense, premise liability, commercial litigation and municipal law.
Elizabeth S. Sconzert
With more than 20 years’ litigation experience, Elizabeth knows the importance of listening and the power of effective communication to tell her clients’ story, using their voice. Elizabeth enjoys a multi-faceted practice, focusing predominantly in the professional liability arena, successfully defending healthcare professionals, lawyers, public officials and contractors before Louisiana courts and licensure boards — where their story not only matters, but makes a difference.
Tara Nunez Smith
Smith Sconzert, LLC founding partner, Tara Smith, brings over twenty years of experience having served as both in-house and outside counsel. She is one of a handful of attorneys in the country with an LL.M. in Litigation Management.
Marty Trosclair
Kelly Brian brings a diverse professional background and a thoughtful, practical approach to her legal practice at Smith Sconzert. Before entering the legal field, Kelly developed strong skills in leadership and relationship-building while working as a development officer for the Tulane Athletics Fund and later as an assistant athletic director for the McNeese Athletic Foundation at McNeese State University.
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When the stakes are high, you deserve straightforward answers and thoughtful strategy. Contact Smith Sconzert to discuss your matter and take the next step with confidence.