Smith Parker Elliott, PLLC

Congratulations to Member Lauren Parker on her complete victory in the U.S. District Court, Southern District on behalf of her client, S.D.P. Manufacturing, Inc. Plaintiffs sought damages over $5,000,000.00 for alleged products liability defects resulting in alleged catastrophic injuries.

Proudly introducing our newest Member! Nneka's contributions to the firm, both tangible and intangible, are nothing short of amazing, incredible and phenomenal! Congratulations, Nneka and to SPE!

Sic Parvis Magna! SPE Celebrates its Fifth Anniversary June 1, 2024! We're very proud to have some of the best people and attorneys in the business. Looking forward to continued growth and success with our amazing clients.

SPE Welcomes Lauren Ehrhardt, a native Texan with deep roots in the heart of Klein. She brings a unique blend of rural upbringing and urban professionalism to her practice. Lauren earned her bachelor’s degree in Middle Level Education from Sam Houston State University in 2011. Following a rewarding five-year tenure as a middle school English and Social Studies teacher in both Klein ISD and Conroe ISD, Lauren felt compelled to further advocate for others in a different capacity. This led her to pursue a law degree at Texas A&M School of Law in 2019, where she honed her advocacy skills through Mock Trial and ADR programs, and was selected for membership in the Order of the Barristers. Before spending three years specializing in insurance defense at a large international law firm, she refined her skills in real estate, land use, complex negotiations, and contract law while working as a landman and legal counsel for a prominent defense contractor. Lauren’s experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of complex legal issues and a proven track record of successful outcomes for her clients. Lauren’s current practice focuses on insurance defense, where she advocates for clients facing a wide range of legal challenges. She is committed to achieving favorable outcomes for her clients through meticulous preparation, effective negotiation, and, when necessary, vigorous courtroom advocacy. Her dedication to justice and client-centered approach ensures that each case receives the personalized attention and skilled representation it deserves. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys being active with her two dogs, Hendrix and Beckham, cheering on the Houston Astros, and diving into a good book.

SPE welcomes Chelsea Rivas! Chelsea earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Houston Law Center where she served as the Community Outreach Editor for the Houston Law Review and as a state-bar-qualified law student for the Consumer Law Clinic. Prior to joining SPE, Chelsea worked on both the plaintiff and defense sides of personal injury law, giving her a unique perspective on how to resolve personal injury matters. Chelsea’s practice is primarily focused on personal injury suits that arise from automobile and trucking accidents. Outside of work, Chelsea enjoys spending time with her husband, Jaime, and her daughter. Chelsea also enjoys spending time outdoors and trying out new recipes. We are very fortunate to have Chelsea join our ranks!

SPE welcomes D. Robert Smith who joins us as Of Counsel and who will be assisting with coverage opinions, research, and some of the more challenging cases.  He worked with the United States District Court, Northern District of Texas as a Death Penalty Staff Attorney for 17 years, analyzing and drafting court opinions for federal judges. He also served on the faculty of Oak Brook College of Law teaching ethics, remedies and criminal procedure. Robert spent six years prosecuting cases as Assistant District Attorney and tried numerous cases. He was also editor of the South Texas Law Journal.  Robert was also chair of the court attorney advisory committee for the Federal Judicial Center, the education arm of the federal judiciary. We’re very fortunate to have Robert join us and we really look forward to working with him! 

Smith Parker Elliott, PLLC is looking for attorneys to add to its insurance defense section. Eligible candidates must have 1+ years of insurance litigation experience, including third-party claims. The ideal candidate will be quick thinking, motivated, able to handle their own docket and promptly move cases along, able to bill in accordance with the ABA's A/L Uniform Litigation Code Set and have significant experience handling personal injury matters. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys interested in developing their careers and seeking substantive litigation responsibilities. Experience with first party and/or coverage issues is a plus.

Please contact Nancy Smith - NSmith@SPE-Law.com.

We hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving and a wonderful Holiday season!