Atty. Mark Alan Smith
Mr. Mark Alan Smith is a lawyer practicing technology, manufacturing & transportation, manufacturing and 5 other areas of law.
Manufacturing & More Attorney · Serving Chattanooga, TN · 34+ Years Experience
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About Mark Alan Smith at a Glance
Mark Alan Smith is a Partner based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, practicing at Husch Blackwell LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on employment, business, product liability, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1992), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1992), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1993), and Illinois (1994). Educated at Washington University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Tennessee (B.S. Business, 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations and Memberships •Chattanooga Bar Association •The Missouri Bar •Tennessee Bar Association. Serves clients in Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Alan Smith
- Mr. Mark Alan Smith is a lawyer practicing technology, manufacturing & transportation, manufacturing and 5 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Mark practices at Husch Blackwell LLP in Chattanooga, TN
Practice Areas Explained
Mark Alan Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Alan Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chattanooga.
Employment Law in Chattanooga
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Mark Alan Smith is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →
Business & Corporate Law in Chattanooga
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Mark Alan Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →
Product Liability in Chattanooga
Mark Alan Smith is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Tennessee →
Civil Litigation in Chattanooga
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Mark Alan Smith is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →
Health Care Law in Chattanooga
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Mark Alan Smith is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Tennessee →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chattanooga
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 Chattanooga 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.
Chattanooga Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chattanooga-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 Chattanooga Choose Mark Alan 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 Mark Alan Smith's practice in the field of employment, business, product liability, litigation, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Alan Smith brings 34+ 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 Missouri, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri, Mark Alan Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and product liability, Mark Alan Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chattanooga
A Chattanooga-based practice means Mark Alan 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 Mark Alan Smith Handles in Chattanooga
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark Alan Smith 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 Mark Alan Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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