by Doug Shima (KS)
Jasmine Smith has served as Deputy Clerk of Court for the South Carolina Court of Appeals since November 2025. She graduated cum laude from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Psychology and later earned an Ed.S. in Counselor Education, specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy, before attending law school. Jasmine earned her law degree from the University of South Carolina School of Law and began her legal career as a Staff Attorney at the Court of Appeals. She later clerked for two Court of Appeals judges and went on to private practice, where she became a partner at a South Carolina civil defense firm focusing on business litigation and appellate work.
Before returning to the Court in 2025, she also served as Co-Director of the Moot Court Program at USC School of Law and has held numerous leadership roles within the legal community. Jasmine is excited about building connections and getting actively involved in the NCACC.
Fun Facts About Jasmine
- Proud Achievement
Jasmine has received numerous awards for her leadership, community involvement, and dedication to mentoring and professional growth.
- Go-To Coffee Order
Vanilla latte with oat milk.
- Little Did You Know
She worked as a Skipper on the Jungle Cruise at Disney World during the Disney’s College Program internship in undergrad. I’m guessing Jasmine and Julie Ollum will be able to sing Disney songs for hours on end!!!!
- Recent Binge-Watch
Grey’s Anatomy and Paradise.
- Hobbies & Passions
Crafting and creative projects, including journaling, jewelry making, scrapbooking, and Cricut projects.
- Dream Destination
Japan, to experience its wonderful culture. If she could have a superpower, it would be the ability to fly so that she could travel and experience many different cultures.