Atty. Thomas Joseph Smith

Atty. Thomas Joseph Smith

Thomas Joseph Smith is a lawyer practicing automobile liability, criminal law and defense, insurance defense litigation and 4 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from United States Military Academy in 1986, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Nashville Nashville 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Joseph Smith at a glance

Thomas Joseph Smith is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Spicer Rudstrom PLLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, workers comp, slip & fall, product liability, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1996). Educated at University of Memphis (J.D., 1996) and United States Military Academy (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nashville, Memphis and Tennessee Bar Associations. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas Joseph Smith is a lawyer practicing automobile liability, criminal law and defense, insurance defense litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from United States Military Academy in 1986, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Thomas practices at Spicer Rudstrom PLLC in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Joseph Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Thomas Joseph Smith is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Thomas Joseph Smith is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Tennessee →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Thomas Joseph Smith is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Tennessee →

Product Liability

Thomas Joseph Smith is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Tennessee →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Thomas Joseph Smith is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Thomas Joseph Smith

Where is Thomas Joseph Smith's law office located?
Thomas Joseph Smith's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Spicer Rudstrom PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Joseph Smith handle?
Thomas Joseph Smith focuses on criminal defense, workers comp, slip & fall, product liability, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Thomas Joseph Smith practiced law?
Thomas Joseph Smith has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Thomas Joseph Smith go to law school?
Thomas Joseph Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Thomas Joseph Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Joseph 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 Thomas Joseph Smith received?
Thomas Joseph Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Memphis
- 1996
B.S.
United States Military Academy
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1996

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