Christian Smith is the Managing Partner at Smith & Bledsoe Family Law, a premier family law firm in Austin, Texas, serving clients throughout Travis County and Central Texas. A highly skilled trial attorney, Christian focuses exclusively on complex family law and divorce disputes, including child custody, property division, spousal support, and other high-stakes litigation. She is widely known for her meticulous preparation, strategic advocacy, and client-centered approach, welcoming the challenging cases other attorneys often avoid.
Christian earned her undergraduate degree magna cum laude from the University of Houston and her law degree from South Texas College of Law Houston. Since entering practice, she has received multiple honors, including recognition as one of Austin Monthly’s Top Attorneys (2023), being named a Texas Super Lawyers Rising Star (2023, 2024), the National Association of Family Law Attorneys Top 10 Under 40 Award (2019), and the Avvo Clients’ Choice Award (2019). Her professional style is defined by both compassion and strength in the courtroom.
Christian’s professional style is defined by both compassion and strength in the courtroom. She believes in empowering clients with knowledge, keeping them informed at every stage, and designing tailored strategies for their unique situations. Whether negotiating a custody arrangement, litigating a high asset divorce, or pursuing adoption for an LGBTQ family, Christian balances settlement opportunities with trial readiness to secure the best results for her clients.
She frequently collaborates with forensic accountants, business valuation experts, and financial specialists in cases involving closely held businesses, real estate, retirement accounts, and all complex marital estates. In custody and visitation cases, she prioritizes protecting children’s best interests while fiercely defending her clients’ parental rights.
Beyond her legal work, Christian is proud to serve and remain deeply connected to the Austin community. She participates in professional organizations and local networks, reflecting her belief in service to both clients and community. In her personal time, Christian enjoys hiking, live music, and spending time with her family in Austin.
Awards & Honors :
-Austin Monthly’s Top Attorney (2023)
-Selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars: 2023 – 2026
-National Association of Family Law Attorneys Top 10 Under 40 (2019)
-Avvo Clients’ Choice Award (2019)
-Superb (10.0) AVVO® rating
-Emerging Leader Award (2017)
-Harry L. Reid Oil, Gas, and Mineral Law Award
-Multiple CALI Awards
-10.0 Justia Lawyer Rating
Case Victories & Notable Matters :
-Securing Spousal Support and Protecting a Texas Family Farm in Contested Divorce
-Secured a total victory in a Bastrop County divorce proceeding, obtaining critical spousal support for the client while successfully protecting her family farm from a complex property division.
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respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
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