Atty. David R. Smith

Atty. David R. Smith

David R. Smith is a lawyer practicing birth injury, constitutional, medical malpractice and 4 other areas of law.

Nashville Nashville 48 yrs experience 48 year
Call (615) 562-4565 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David R. Smith at a glance

David R. Smith is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Law Offices of David Randolph Smith & Associates. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Texas (1978), Tennessee (1985), and US District Court, Southern District of Texas US Claims Court (1985). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 1978) and Harvard University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of TBA Members. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David R. Smith is a lawyer practicing birth injury, constitutional, medical malpractice and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • David practices at Law Offices of David Randolph Smith & Associates in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

David R. Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David R. Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

David R. Smith is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Tennessee →

Wrongful Death

David R. Smith is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Tennessee →

Personal Injury

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.

David R. Smith is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

David R. Smith is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights 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 David R. Smith

Where is David R. Smith's law office located?
David R. Smith's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Law Offices of David Randolph Smith & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David R. Smith handle?
David R. Smith focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has David R. Smith practiced law?
David R. Smith has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did David R. Smith go to law school?
David R. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact David R. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact David R. Smith 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 David R. Smith received?
David R. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1978
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1978
Tennessee
Admitted: 1985
US District Court, Southern District of Texas US Claims Court
Admitted: 1985

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