After years of leadership within the Bar Association of Baltimore City and dedication to the Baltimore community, her appointment marks the next step in her future of public service. 

Learn more about Kerri’s community initiatives at Silverman Thompson 

At Silverman Thompson, Kerri represents clients in complex commercial and residential real estate cases and has expertise in federal affordable housing programs. Beyond her thriving legal practice, Kerri has long been a visible and active leader in Baltimore’s legal community. 

She has held numerous roles with the Baltimore Bar Foundation since 2017, and her leadership journey reflects a deep commitment to the foundation’s mission: supporting nonprofit programs in Baltimore City and advancing the legal community. 

Kerri’s service extends far beyond her work with the Baltimore Bar Foundation. She has served as Chair of the Young Lawyers’ Division of the Bar Association of Baltimore City and Chair of the Young Lawyers Section of the Maryland State Bar Association, where she carried out several community service initiatives such as an inaugural Pro Bono Small Business Clinic, expansion of a Middle School Mock Trial Program with Baltimore City Public Schools, and a charity event benefitting Athletes Serving Athletes that raised over $15,000 for the organization.  

Additionally, Kerri is currently the co-chair of the Bar Association of Baltimore City’s National Adoption Day Committee, which is part of a national effort to raise awareness of the more than 100,000 children in foster care waiting to find permanent, loving families; a volunteer with the Human Trafficking Prevention Project in conjunction with Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service; and serves on the board of trustees for the Office of the Public Defender.  

Reflecting on her path, Kerri notes that the most meaningful contributions often start small. “Supporting public service doesn’t have to mean a huge time commitment,” she shared in her Baltimore Barrister profile. “It can begin with taking on a pro bono case, mentoring a law student or young lawyer […] or volunteering at one of the service projects organized by the Bar Association of Baltimore City.” 

“But, most importantly, don’t underestimate the impact of showing up consistently.”

Now, as president of the Baltimore Bar Foundation, Kerri looks forward to deepening the Foundation’s impact through grants and partnerships that empower nonprofits across the city. Drawing on her years of experience and strong community relationships, she is poised to continue building bridges between the legal profession and the people it serves. 

Congratulations to Kerri Smith on this well-deserved honor and for continuing to exemplify Silverman Thompson’s commitment to leadership and service for both her clients and the greater community.  

At Silverman Thompson, Kerri leads the firm’s community service initiatives and our Women’s Legal Network. Learn more about both programs below: 

Please reach out to Kerri Smith at ksmith@silvermanthompson.com with any questions about her real estate practice or community involvement.