About

Donna Person Smith

Donna Person Smith is the owner of The Law Office of Donna Person Smith, PLLC. Ms. Person Smith has over 20 years experience as a criminal defense attorney. Ms. Person-Smith has been in private practice in the State of Washington since 1994 and has personally handled thousands of criminal cases. She previously served as the Auburn Public Defender for a period of seven (7) years from January 1st, 1999, until December 31st, 2005. Ms. Person Smith graduated cum laude from Tulane Law School. As the owner and senior attorney, she manages all staff in their duties. Ms. Person Smith has argued before the Washington State Court of Appeals, and appears regularly in Washington State Superior Courts, District Courts and Municipal Courts.

The Law Office of Donna Person Smith, PLLC, takes pride in being knowledgeable about the law and any possible defenses (either factual or technical). At the Law Office of Donna Person Smith, PLLC, we provide you with Your Best Defense!

Professional & Bar Association Memberships

• Member of the Washington State Bar Association
• Member of the Louisiana State Bar Association (Inactive)
• Member of the Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association
• Member Washington Defender Association
• Member Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member of the American Bar Association

Chelsea Scott

After graduating from Washington State University with a B.A. in International Business, Chelsea received her Juris Doctorate from Willamette University College of Law where she graduated in the top 20% of her class.

While in law school, Chelsea balanced her studies with working at the Marion County District Attorney’s Office as a Certified Law Clerk. There, Chelsea represented the State in all aspects of criminal cases from intake to trial, prosecuting all levels of criminal offenses. After graduation, Chelsea discovered she would rather help individuals through difficult times, rather than prosecute them. Criminal defense and family law now provides Chelsea the perfect opportunity to use her voice to help those through the most difficult times in their lives.

With her past prosecutorial experience, Chelsea now has a unique perspective on how to aggressively and compassionately advocate for all her clients. Chelsea prides herself in providing thorough and effective legal counsel that yields a satisfactory result for her clients.

Jessica Heath

After graduating from Gonzaga University with a B.A. in English and Criminal Justice, Jessica received her Juris Doctorate from Seattle University School of Law.

While in law school, Jessica received the Order of the Barristers for her participation in the Moot Court Board. During law school, she interned in personal injury and criminal defense at various law firms throughout Snohomish and King County. Jessica immediately began her career as a criminal defense attorney working as a public defender in Marysville. There, she gained valuable experience in all types of misdemeanor cases. Jessica came to The Law Office of Donna Person Smith to expand her legal experience and advocate for clients in family law. Jessica’s wide range of legal experience helps her provide competent and zealous representation for her clients.

In her free time, Jessica enjoys spending her time with her family, competing as a powerlifter, and running half marathons.

Professional & Bar Association Memberships

• Washington State Bar Association
• Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association
• Licensed in Federal Court