Atty. Gregory D. "Greg" Smith
GGreg Smith is a Member of the firm based in the Nashville office where he is a member of the Family Law Service Group. His practice focuses primarily on divorce, custody litigation, support disputes and neglect cases in courts in Nashville and surrounding counties.
Family Law Attorney · Serving Nashville, TN
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About Gregory D. "Greg" Smith at a Glance
Gregory D. "Greg" Smith is a family law attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Stites & Harbison PLLC. Admitted to practice in Tennessee, State Bar. Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1985) and The University of Tennessee (BS, 1978). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gregory D. "Greg" Smith
- GGreg Smith is a Member of the firm based in the Nashville office where he is a member of the Family Law Service Group
- His practice focuses primarily on divorce, custody litigation, support disputes and neglect cases in courts in Nashville and surrounding counties
- He has helped clients find and recover children abducted by former spouses, obtained help for children with disabilities and resolved difficult property and financial issues related to their domestic disputes
- He has experience in international custody litigation in both state and federal courts
- He also has experience handling creditors' rights and commercial litigation matters in both Tennessee state and federal courts
- More Than Stites & Harbison Mr. Smith has chaired the Juvenile Court Committee and the Circuit and Chancery Court Committee of the Nashville Bar Association
- He served on the board of directors of the Nashville Bar Association from 2002-04
- Greg has led or participated in a number of seminars over the past several years focusing on family law and ethical issues for the National Business Institute, the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association and the Nashville Bar Association
Practice Areas Explained
Gregory D. "Greg" Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gregory D. "Greg" Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Nashville.
Family Law in Nashville
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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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Why Clients in Nashville Choose Gregory D. "Greg" 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 Gregory D. "Greg" Smith's practice in the field of family law.
Focused Family Law Practice
Concentrating on family law means Gregory D. "Greg" Smith's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Nashville
A Nashville-based practice means Gregory D. "Greg" 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 Gregory D. "Greg" Smith Handles in Nashville
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