R. Gretchen Smith

Gretchen Smith joined Hinds & Hinds in May of 2024. She is a value-driven paralegal successfully supporting and managing the caseloads of multiple attorneys. Gretchen has over 15 years of experience as a family law paralegal, and joined the Colorado legal community in 2020 from Kansas City. Go Chiefs!

Gretchen has a broad and varied legal background that began in 1997 when she was a receptionist for a small personal injury firm, and continued through her work as a legal administrative assistant for an international insurance defense firm. Throughout her career, Gretchen has developed expertise in litigation, but it was her empathy and compassion for clients that solidified her decision to join the family law community. Her attention to detail and knowledge of the legal process help clients and their attorneys work toward an efficient and effective resolution to their particular case.

Gretchen earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice, then acquired a Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice with a Graduate Certificate in Forensic Child Psychology from Missouri State University. She regularly participates in continuing education courses to stay current with changes in family law and is a member of the Colorado Bar Association. Her commitment to professional development and passion for helping families navigate difficult legal situations make her a valuable asset to Hinds & Hinds.