Janette Smith is a skilled attorney with a strong background in technology law, public sector representation, and complex contract negotiations. She has substantial experience advising clients on regulatory compliance, artificial intelligence governance, data privacy, and cybersecurity.
Janette has served as general counsel for various government entities and has advised municipalities, school boards, and regulatory agencies on technology procurement, legislative compliance, and risk management. She has successfully structured and negotiated technology contracts to remain compliant with evolving regulations while optimizing efficiency for public and private sector clients.
Janette has also served as a city attorney and held senior legal roles at multiple county and municipal agencies, where she provided guidance on public records, cybersecurity policies, and legislative affairs. Her unique practice makes her a trusted advisor in navigating the intersection of law and emerging technologies.
Professional & Community Involvement
- Florida Bar, 2006-present
- City, County Local Government, Chair, 2022-2023; Executive Council, 2008-present
- Commission on Technology, 2017-2019
- Governmental and Public Policy Advocacy, 2017-2019
- Broward County Bar Association, 2007-present
- Technology Committee, 2017-2020
- Legislative Committee, 2016-2018
- Broward County Board of County Commissioners, 2010-2012
- Resource Recovery Board, 2010-2012
- Consolidated Communications Committee (4-C), 2011-2012
- Public Safety 911 Center Task Force, 2010-2011
- Broward League of Cities, 2007-present
- Fiscal Stewardship Committee, 2011-2012
- Broward County Municipal Clerks Association (BCCMA), 2007-2012
- Nomination Committee, 2011
- By-Laws Committee, 2009-2011
- Scholarship Committee, 2009
- Florida Association of County Attorneys (FACA), 2015-present
- Florida School Board Attorneys Association (FSBAA), 2016-2018
- Florida Municipal Attorneys Association (FMAA), 2007-present
- Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers (FCCC), 2013-2015
- Technology Subcommittee, 2013-2015
- Legal Subcommittee, 2013-2015
- Public Records and Court Records Best Practices Committee, Chair, 2014-2015
- Evidence Best Practices Committee, Co-Chair, 2014-2015
- Florida League of Cities (FLC), 2007-2015
- Florida City and County Managers Association (FCCMA)
- Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association (FPAA), 2012-2013
- International City County Managers Association (ICMA), 2007-2014
- Governmental Affairs and Policy Committee, 2011-2014
- Lee County Bar Association, 2012-2017
- Membership Committee Chair, 2013-2016
- Town of Davie, Florida, 2010-2012
- Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Vice-Chair, 2010-2012
- Police Athletic League Advisory Board, 2011-2012
- Urban Farming Initiative Task Force, Chair, 2010
Presentations
- Navigating the Intersection of Florida Public Records Law, Privacy, Ethics, and Social Media, Florida Bar Association, March 2023
- Current Issues: Trials and Tribulations, Florida Bar Association, April 2023
Publications
- Dissertation Publication: Information Governance: A Study of Technological Advancements and its Effect on Open Government and Public Records in Florida, Florida State University (FSU)
