Eric Smith
About Eric Smith
Eric Smith serves as the Associate Director at Epiq, a position he has held since 2021. He has a diverse background in legal consulting and document review, with previous roles at UnitedLex Corporation and Lathrop & Gage LLP.
Work at Epiq
Eric Smith has been serving as Associate Director at Epiq since 2021. In this role, he oversees various projects and initiatives within the organization. Prior to his current position, he worked as Senior Manager of Document Review Services at Epiq from 2017 to 2021. His experience at Epiq spans a total of six years, contributing to the company's operations in Overland Park, Kansas.
Professional Background
Eric Smith has a diverse professional background in legal and tax consulting. He worked at UnitedLex Corporation in various roles, including Litigation Consultant and Senior Review Manager from 2014 to 2017, and as Associate Document Review Manager from 2009 to 2012. He also held the position of Tax Fellow at Lathrop & Gage LLP and Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. His early career included a role as Clerk to the General Counsel at the Missouri Department of Conservation in 2005.
Education and Expertise
Eric Smith holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree in Tax Law/Taxation from the University of Missouri-Columbia, which he earned from 2003 to 2006. He also obtained a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Tax Law/Taxation from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 2007. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) from the University of Missouri-Columbia from 1999 to 2003. His educational background provides a strong foundation in legal and business principles.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Epiq, Eric Smith accumulated significant experience at UnitedLex Corporation, where he worked in various capacities from 2009 to 2017. His roles included Litigation Consultant, Senior Review Manager, and Associate Document Review Manager. He also served as a Tax Fellow at Lathrop & Gage LLP and Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. His early career included a position at the Missouri Department of Conservation, contributing to his extensive expertise in legal consulting.