Olivia K. Smith has been practicing law since 2007 and serves as Of Counsel to Cornetet, Meyer, Rush & Stapleton (CMRS). She is also the founder and owner of The Smith Law Group, a boutique law firm focused on estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, probate administration, and special needs planning. While maintaining her own practice through The Smith Law Group, Olivia continues to collaborate with CMRS clients as Of Counsel in the areas of estate planning, elder law, probate administration, and special needs planning.
Olivia represents individuals and families throughout Ohio and Kentucky in matters involving estate planning, long term care planning, probate and trust administration, and special needs planning. She is passionate about helping clients protect their assets, preserve family harmony, and navigate some of life’s most challenging transitions with confidence and clarity.
Prior to concentrating her practice in estate planning and elder law, Olivia spent many years handling domestic relations matters, including divorce and child custody cases. Although she no longer actively practices in that area, the experience provided valuable insight into family dynamics, conflict resolution, and the long-term impact family relationships can have on estate and long term care planning. Olivia brings those lessons to every client relationship, emphasizing patience, practical guidance, and personalized solutions.
Olivia is known for creating a comfortable and welcoming environment for her clients. She believes estate planning should not be intimidating and strives to ensure every client understands their options and feels empowered to make informed decisions about their future.
Through The Smith Law Group, Olivia provides comprehensive services in the following areas:
ESTATE PLANNING
- Last Will & Testament (Will)
- Revocable Living Trusts
- Irrevocable Trusts
- Special Needs Trusts
- Financial Powers of Attorney
- Health Care Powers of Attorney
- Living Wills
- Asset Protection Planning
MEDICAID LONG TERM CARE PLANNING
- Medicaid Eligibility Planning
- Long Term Care Asset Protection Strategies
- Medicaid Applications and Appeals
- Nursing Home Planning
- Home and Community-Based Services Planning
Probate and Trust Administration
- Probate Administration
- Trust Administration
- Estate Settlement
- Fiduciary Guidance and Representation
Special Needs Planning
- First-Party Special Needs Trusts
- Third-Party Special Needs Trusts
- Public Benefits Preservation Planning
- Guardianship and Related Planning Matters
Olivia is licensed to practice law in Ohio and Kentucky and regularly speaks to community organizations, professional groups, and caregivers on topics related to estate planning, elder law, probate administration, special needs planning, and long term care planning.
She is particularly passionate about helping older adults and their families navigate the challenges of aging, disability, and long term care while preserving dignity, independence, and financial security whenever possible.