About Erin
Erin Duncan earned her law degree from Florida A&M University College of Law in 2005 after completing undergraduate studies in legal studies at the University of Central Florida in 2004. Her academic path placed her in Florida classrooms during a period of rapid change in state legal education. She left law school prepared for practice and returned to the state where she had studied.
After completing her J.D., Duncan entered the Florida legal community. She is authorized to practice in Florida and has built a career working within the state’s courts and regulatory framework. Over the years she has worked on matters that require careful attention to procedure and clear client communication. Colleagues describe her approach as methodical; she takes time to understand the facts before recommending a path forward.
Duncan’s work history includes a position at C. Todd Smith Law, where she has served as part of the firm’s team advising and representing clients. At the firm she has handled filings, client consultations, and courtroom appearances when cases proceed to trial. Her role has combined client-facing responsibilities with the day-to-day legal work that keeps matters moving. She balances courtroom advocacy with case preparation and document drafting.
Clients and fellow attorneys note that Duncan emphasizes practical solutions. She focuses on breaking complex legal questions into manageable steps. Her courtroom manner is straightforward. She prepares witnesses and briefs thoroughly. When negotiations are appropriate, she aims to preserve clients’ interests while exploring realistic settlements.
Outside of client work, Duncan’s background reflects a steady engagement with the Florida legal system. Her academic credentials from two Florida institutions provide a local foundation. That background informs how she evaluates state statutes and administrative rules. She also keeps up with changes in Florida law that affect her clients’ matters.
Now practicing at C. Todd Smith Law, Duncan applies her education and on-the-ground experience to assist individuals and organizations in Florida. She manages litigation tasks, client advisories, and procedural work through the firm and maintains an active practice in the state. Her current practice focuses on providing legal services through C. Todd Smith Law in Florida.
