Atty. Andrew Z. Smith
Andrew Z. Smith is an experienced attorney who advises a wide array of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to small entrepreneurs, on complex commercial litigation and dispute resolution.
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Andrew Z. Smith is a Shareholder based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, health care, and internet. Educated at University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 2017) and Michigan State University (B.A., 2012). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Andrew Z. Smith is an experienced attorney who advises a wide array of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to small entrepreneurs, on complex commercial litigation and dispute resolution
- His practice spans both state and federal courts, where he handles all stages of litigation, including pre-litigation counseling, discovery, trial, and appeals
- Andrew is particularly focused on helping clients navigate business disputes and manage risks, offering tailored strategies for litigation avoidance and conflict resolution
- Andrew's commitment to leadership and community advocacy is equally impressive
- He is actively involved in advancing the rights of the LGBTQ+ community and holds several leadership roles within and outside the firm
- He currently serves as the Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Trustees for Quality Care for Children, where he was Chair from 2022 to 2024, after previously serving as Chair-Elect from 2021 to 2022
- Andrew also completed the LEAD Atlanta program as part of the Class of 2023 and serves as the President of the Young Alumni/Alumnae Committee for the University of Georgia School of Law
- His dedication to both his profession and his community has earned him widespread recognition
- Andrew was listed in Georgia Trend’s “40 Under 40”, shortlisted for the Chambers Diversity & Inclusion Awards: North America 'Future Leader', and recognized by Atlanta Business Chronicle as a 'Rising Star' in their Leaders in Corporate Citizenship list
- Within the firm, Andrew has held key leadership positions, including Chair of the Atlanta office’s Associates Committee, and previously served as Pro Bono Committee Chair for three years
- His pro bono work focuses on assisting members of the transgender community in petitioning for legal name changes, a cause close to his heart
- Andrew is also an active member of Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund, serving on the National Leadership Council since 2022 and recently becoming the Vice Chair for the Southern Region in 2024
- His contributions have furthered the organization's mission, including his role as Corporate/Firm Outreach Chair and Co-Chair of the Atlanta Leadership Council
- Through his leadership roles and advocacy, Andrew has established himself as a dedicated and dynamic figure both in the legal profession and in his community
- Concentrations •Commercial litigation •Contract disputes and business torts •Pharmaceutical, medical device & health care litigation •Product liability litigation •Insurance coverage litigation Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, The National LGBTQ+ Bar Association, “Best LGBTQ+ Lawyers Under 40,” 2025 •Team Member, 'Georgia Firm of the Year,' Benchmark Litigation, 2025, 2026 •Recipient, The University of Georgia School of Law, “Young Alumni of Excellence Award,” 2026 •Listed, Georgia Trend, “40 Under 40,” 2023 •Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Georgia Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars,” 2021-2026 •Team Member, a Law360 “Product Liability Practice Group of the Year,” 2021 •Team Member, The American Lawyer’s “Regional Litigation Department of the Year - Georgia,” 2018 and 2021 •Shortlisted, Chambers Diversity & Inclusion Awards: North America, “Future Leader,” 2021 •Listed, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Leaders in Corporate Citizenship, “Rising Star,” 2021 •Listed, Simply Buckhead, “Rising Stars,” 2020 •Recipient, Greenberg Traurig Pro Bono Awards, Honorable Mention, 2019 •Recipient, Georgia Bar Journal’s “Pro Bono All-Star,” 2019
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Andrew Z. Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Andrew Z. Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Andrew Z. Smith is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Georgia →
Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.
Andrew Z. Smith is one of 17,958 internet attorneys indexed nationally. Browse internet attorneys in Georgia →
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Why local counsel matters in Georgia
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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