Atty. Bryan Howard III

Atty. Bryan Howard III

Bryan Howard III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Bryan, who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2001.

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Profile Summary

About Bryan Howard III at a glance

Bryan Howard III is a trusts and tax attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Educated at University of Florida (LLM in Taxation Law, 1984) and University of Florida (—, 1984). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Bryan Howard III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates
  • Bryan, who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2001
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bryan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Bryan Howard III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bryan Howard III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Bryan Howard III is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Tennessee →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Bryan Howard III is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Nashville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee 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 Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bryan Howard III

Where is Bryan Howard III's law office located?
Bryan Howard III's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bryan Howard III handle?
Bryan Howard III focuses on trusts, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
Where did Bryan Howard III go to law school?
Bryan Howard III earned their education at (LLM in Taxation Law, 1984); (—, 1984); (B.S. Business Administration, 1979).
How can I contact Bryan Howard III for a consultation?
You can contact Bryan Howard III directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bryan Howard III received?
Bryan Howard III's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Asset Protection; Best Lawyers in America — Business and Succession Planning.

Practice Areas

Education

LLM in Taxation Law
University of Florida
- 1984
University of Florida
- 1984
B.S. Business Administration
University of California Berkeley
- 1979

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Asset Protection
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business and Succession Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fiduciary Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Gift Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Partnership
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Partnership and Limited Liability
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Probate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Subchapter S Corporations
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Succession Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wealth Management
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Nashville)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Nashville)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Nashville)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Nashville)
- 2014

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