Atty. Jeffrey M. Smith

Atty. Jeffrey M. Smith

Areas of Concentration Entertainment law Securities Legal malpractice

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About Jeffrey M. Smith at a glance

Jeffrey M. Smith is a business and tax attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Admitted to practice in Georgia, State Bar of Georgia. Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1973). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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Areas of Concentration
  • Entertainment law
  • Securities
  • Legal malpractice

    Practice Areas Explained

    Jeffrey M. Smith's Areas of Practice

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

    Business & Corporate Law

    Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

    Jeffrey M. Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →

    Tax Law

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

    Jeffrey M. Smith is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Georgia →

    Jurisdictional Context

    Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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    Frequently Asked

    Common questions about Jeffrey M. Smith

    Where is Jeffrey M. Smith's law office located?
    Jeffrey M. Smith's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
    What practice areas does Jeffrey M. Smith handle?
    Jeffrey M. Smith focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
    Where did Jeffrey M. Smith go to law school?
    Jeffrey M. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1973).
    How can I contact Jeffrey M. Smith for a consultation?
    You can contact Jeffrey M. 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 Jeffrey M. Smith received?
    Jeffrey M. Smith's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants; Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

    Education

    J.D.
    University of Minnesota
    - 1973

    Awards

    Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Legal Malpractice Law
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — The American Lawyer, Top Legal Malpractice and Ethics Lawyers
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — "Service Award," University of Minnesota Law School Council, 1973
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — "Vital Service Award," Atlanta Association for Retarded Citizens, 1979
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — "Service Award," American Heart Association, Georgia Affiliate, 1982
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — "ALI-ABA Special Award of Merit" for writing and lecturing in the areas of ethics and malpractice, 1984
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — "Service Award," National Association of Chinese Americans, 2012
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, Georgia Super Lawyers, Securities Law, 2004, 2006, 2009-2013
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who in American Law, 1978-Present
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who in America, 1983-Present
    - 2026
    Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who in the World, 1992-Present
    - 2026
    Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants (Atlanta)
    - 2025
    Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Atlanta)
    - 2020
    Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Atlanta)
    - 2018
    Lawyer of the Year — Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Atlanta)
    - 2014

    Bar Admissions

    Georgia, State Bar of Georgia

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