Tara Smith

Tara Smith is a legal professional currently serving as Sole Legal Counsel at Lightstate, a UK company focused on developing smart energy hubs for ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging, beginning in November 2023. Tara's responsibilities include providing legal advice on various renewable energy projects and negotiating EV-charging related property contracts. Previous experience includes positions as an Associate in Real Estate at Trowers & Hamlins from September 2018 to September 2023, and as a Real Estate Paralegal at Norton Rose Fulbright from August 2015 to May 2018, among other roles spanning from commercial real estate assistance to internships within prestigious firms. Educational qualifications include a LPC with an MSc in Law and Business Management from The University of Law and a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from Brunel University of London, along with recent training in Essential Corporate Governance from The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland.