Krista DeSmyter
Brief Biography
Krista DeSmyter’s desire to become an attorney started in middle school after studying the Civil Rights Movement. She joined CHASENBOSCOLO in 2011 and is passionate about protecting individuals and families during difficult times. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, working out, and playing basketball.
Educational Background
- Juris Doctor, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, magna cum laude; editor and published author of the Law Review
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Business Administration, Hillsdale College
Professional Associations
- Board Member, Workers’ Injury Law and Advocacy Group
- Workers’ Compensation Panel Attorney for the National Football League Players’ Association (NFLPA)
- Workers’ Compensation Panel Attorney for the Professional Hockey Players’ Association (PHPA)
- Maryland State Bar Association
- District of Columbia Women’s Bar Association
Courts Admitted
- Maryland State Courts
- Virginia State Courts
- Washington, DC
Practice Areas Focus
Case Victories
- Jones v. District of Columbia Department of Employment Services, 158 A.3d 906 (D.C. 2017)
- Straughn v. District of Columbia Department of Employment Services, 176 A.3d 125 (D.C. 2017)
- Johnson v. District of Columbia Department of Employment Services, 167 A.3d 1237 (D.C. 2017)
- Battle v. District of Columbia Department of Employment Services, 176 A.3d 129 (D.C. 2018)
- Lee v. District of Columbia Department of Employment Services, 275 A.3d 307 (D.C. 2022)
- Rieger v. District of Columbia Department of Employment Services, 216 A.3d 459 (D.C. 2024)
