Sophie Smith

Legislative Director

Sophie Smith joined PooleMcKinley in 2007. With almost two decades of experience in Florida politics, Sophie’s knowledge of Florida policy, budget, and the legislative process has made her an asset to PooleMcKinley and the entities it is fortunate to represent. Under Sophie’s direction, the firm and its clients are kept well-informed as it relates to their extensive, respective issues, contributing to the accomplishment of their goals and the team’s success.

Prior to joining PooleMcKinley, Sophie worked for a government consulting firm in Miami, Florida, focusing on client matters and procurement at the local level. Sophie has also worked for the Republican Party of Florida as a campaign staffer on numerous successful House and Senate campaigns.

For Sophie, Florida politics is not only business, but also personal, as she is the proud granddaughter of the late Florida Governor Claude Kirk and the niece of former Florida Congressman Ander Crenshaw.

Sophie graduated cum laude from the University of Miami with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and International Studies, and a minor in Spanish.

Sophie lives in Tallahassee with her husband, William, and their two sons, Ford and Cameron.