Attorney Patrick L. Smith was born in Lakeland, Florida. He graduated from Lake Region High School and went on to receive degrees in Political Science and Economics from Stetson University. He received his J.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Law. Patrick Smith is currently an attorney practicing in the fields of estate planning, corporations, and charitable giving. Patrick Smith resides in Clermont , Florida with his wife, Kristi, and his son, William.