Atty. David Gareth Marks
David Gareth Marks is a lawyer practicing corporate, general practice, mergers & acquisitions and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years.
Corporate & More Attorney · Serving Nashville, TN · 16+ Years Experience
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About David Gareth Marks at a Glance
David Gareth Marks is a Partner based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (2010) and Tennessee (2015). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D. Columbia, 2009) and Dartmouth College (B.A. Government, 2006). Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Gareth Marks
- David Gareth Marks is a lawyer practicing corporate, general practice, mergers & acquisitions and 4 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years
- David practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Nashville, TN
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David Gareth Marks's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Gareth Marks handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Nashville.
Business & Corporate Law in Nashville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David Gareth Marks is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Nashville
David Gareth Marks is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Tennessee →
Securities Law in Nashville
David Gareth Marks is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Tennessee →
Health Care Law in Nashville
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
David Gareth Marks is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Nashville
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 venue, 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.
Nashville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Nashville-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 Nashville Choose David Gareth Marks
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 David Gareth Marks's practice in the field of business, m&a, securities, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Gareth Marks 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 York and Tennessee, David Gareth Marks can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and securities, David Gareth Marks can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Nashville
A Nashville-based practice means David Gareth Marks attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Gareth Marks Handles in Nashville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Gareth Marks has experience with under Tennessee law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact David Gareth Marks directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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