Atty. Matthew P. Smith
Matthew P. Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, drug and device litigation, pharmaceutical, medical device and healthcare.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Nashville, TN · 20+ Years Experience
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About Matthew P. Smith at a Glance
Matthew P. Smith is a Partner based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in California United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit United States District Court for the (2006). Educated at University of California, Berkeley, School of Law (J.D., 2006) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 2003). Active member of Associations Defense Research Institute (DRI) American Bar Association International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC) Bar Association of San Francisco Tennessee Bar Association. Serves clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew P. Smith
- Matthew P. Smith is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, drug and device litigation, pharmaceutical, medical device and healthcare
- Matthew P. received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 2003, and has been licensed for 20 years
- Matthew P. practices in Nashville, TN
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Matthew P. Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew P. Smith 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.
Matthew P. Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →
Civil Litigation in Nashville
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Matthew P. Smith is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →
Health Care Law in Nashville
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Matthew P. Smith 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 Matthew P. 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 Matthew P. Smith's practice in the field of business, litigation, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew P. Smith brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and health care, Matthew P. Smith 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 Matthew P. 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 Matthew P. Smith Handles in Nashville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Matthew P. 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 Matthew P. Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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