Dana is a LaGrange County native, a 1995 graduate of Lakeland high school. She began her career in the legal field in the year 2000. She worked as a paralegal to Attorney Linda Zabona-Wooster for 18 years, and it was during this time that she developed a true passion for the law and a genuine desire to make a difference in people’s lives. It was this passion that fueled her decision to apply to law school.

Since Dana has been practicing, she has already spent ample time in the courtroom, but she also understands the importance of collaborating with others to reach amicable settlements among parties when needed. She very much enjoys representing the specific legal needs of each of her clients.

Dana is married to Sheldon Smith, and together they have three adult children and one granddaughter. They enjoy spending time with family and friends, and being grandparents. 

Bar Admissions

• Indiana Supreme Court
• US District Court Southern District of Indiana 
• US District Court Northern District of Indiana 

Education

• WMU Thomas M. Cooley Law School 2020
• Bachelor of Science, Trine University, Summa Cum Laude 2018