Atty. Daniel B. Smith
Dan Smith is originally from Kansas City and spent 20 years in Florida before returning to Midwest. He received his B.A. in business administration from William Jewll College, where he was also a four-year letterman, scholar athlete and team captain of the football team.
Florida PIP Insurance Litigation Attorneys & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 16+ Years Experience
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About Daniel B. Smith at a Glance
Daniel B. Smith is an Attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Morgan & Morgan. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on personal injury and insurance. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2010), New York (2011), and Michigan (2024). Educated at St. Thomas University School of Law (J.D., 2008) and University College London (M.P. William, 2007). Active member of Memberships •Health Law. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel B. Smith
- Dan Smith is originally from Kansas City and spent 20 years in Florida before returning to Midwest
- He received his B.A. in business administration from William Jewll College, where he was also a four-year letterman, scholar athlete and team captain of the football team
- After graduation and being admitted to the Florida bar, Mr. Smith began his legal career as an assistant public defender in Miami-Dade County and gained significant trial experience in criminal law before switching his focus to civil litigation
- Since switching to civil litigation Mr. Smith has become one or more prolific medical provider attorneys in the country, having prosecuted 10,000+ lawsuits in Florida and Michigan’s state and federal courts against automobile and healthcare insurance companies
- He has dozens of Westlaw published opinions helping medical providers avoid ERISA preemption of state law claims against health insurance companies
- Mr. Smith joined Morgan & Morgan’s Tampa office in 2008 and is currently a partner in the Detroit office
- He lives in the Detroit area with his wife Katie and daughters Ivy and Julia
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Daniel B. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel B. Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Personal Injury in Tampa
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Insurance Law in Tampa
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose Daniel B. Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel B. Smith's practice in the field of personal injury and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel B. Smith brings 16+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey, New York, and Michigan, Daniel B. Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and insurance, Daniel B. Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Daniel B. Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel B. Smith Handles in Tampa
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