Tara Smith

Tara Smith is an accomplished legal professional with extensive experience in property and commercial law. Currently serving as the Acting Deputy Assistant Chief State Solicitor at the Chief State Solicitor's Office since February 2017, Tara leads the State Securities Team. Previous roles include Principal Solicitor, State Solicitor Higher, and various positions dealing with real estate transactions for government entities. Tara's experience spans several organizations, including Wicklow County Council, Dublin City Council, and Ensor O'Connor, with a focus on property registration, negotiation, and compliance. Academically, Tara holds multiple qualifications, including a BA in Law and European Studies from the University of Limerick, a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Management, and an Advanced Diploma in Public Procurement Law from the Honorable Society of King's Inns.