Andrew Z. Smith, Health Care Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
focused on Health Care, Internet, and Litigation
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Atlanta, GA
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Andrew Z. Smith is a shareholder based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Health Care, Internet, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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- Handles Health Care, Internet, and Litigation matters from Atlanta, GA.
About Andrew Z. Smith: Andrew Z. Smith is a shareholder based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Health Care, Internet, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Andrew takes on
Andrew concentrates on health care, internet, litigation, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andrew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Health Care
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Health Care cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Andrew takes health care matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.
Internet cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Andrew takes internet matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Andrew takes litigation matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Atlanta, Georgia
Andrew takes business matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Andrew Z. Smith — health care lawyer in Atlanta
Andrew Z. Smith is a shareholder based in Atlanta, GA. The practice focuses on Health Care, Internet, and Litigation. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Andrew Z. Smith is an experienced attorney who advises a wide array of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to small entrepreneurs, on complex commercial litigation and dispute resolution. His practice spans both state and federal courts, where he handles all stages of litigation, including pre-litigation counseling, discovery, trial, and appeals. Andrew is particularly focused on helping clients navigate business disputes and manage risks, offering tailored strategies for litigation avoidance and conflict resolution.
Andrew's commitment to leadership and community advocacy is equally impressive. He is actively involved in advancing the rights of the LGBTQ+ community and holds several leadership roles within and outside the firm. He currently serves as the Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Trustees for Quality Care for Children, where he was Chair from 2022 to 2024, after previously serving as Chair-Elect from 2021 to 2022. Andrew also completed the LEAD Atlanta program as part of the Class of 2023 and serves as the President of the Young Alumni/Alumnae Committee for the University of Georgia School of Law.
His dedication to both his profession and his community has earned him widespread recognition. Andrew was listed in Georgia Trend’s “40 Under 40”, shortlisted for the Chambers Diversity & Inclusion Awards: North America 'Future Leader', and recognized by Atlanta Business Chronicle as a 'Rising Star' in their Leaders in Corporate Citizenship list. Within the firm, Andrew has held key leadership positions, including Chair of the Atlanta office’s Associates Committee, and previously served as Pro Bono Committee Chair for three years. His pro bono work focuses on assisting members of the transgender community in petitioning for legal name changes, a cause close to his heart. Andrew is also an active member of Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund, serving on the National Leadership Council since 2022 and recently becoming the Vice Chair for the Southern Region in 2024. His contributions have furthered the organization's mission, including his role as Corporate/Firm Outreach Chair and Co-Chair of the Atlanta Leadership Council.
Through his leadership roles and advocacy, Andrew has established himself as a dedicated and dynamic figure both in the legal profession and in his community.
Concentrations
•Commercial litigation
•Contract disputes and business torts
•Pharmaceutical, medical device & health care litigation
•Product liability litigation
•Insurance coverage litigation
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The National LGBTQ+ Bar Association, “Best LGBTQ+ Lawyers Under 40,” 2025
•Team Member, 'Georgia Firm of the Year,' Benchmark Litigation, 2025, 2026
•Recipient, The University of Georgia School of Law, “Young Alumni of Excellence Award,” 2026
•Listed, Georgia Trend, “40 Under 40,” 2023
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Georgia Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars,” 2021-2026
•Team Member, a Law360 “Product Liability Practice Group of the Year,” 2021
•Team Member, The American Lawyer’s “Regional Litigation Department of the Year - Georgia,” 2018 and 2021
•Shortlisted, Chambers Diversity & Inclusion Awards: North America, “Future Leader,” 2021
•Listed, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Leaders in Corporate Citizenship, “Rising Star,” 2021
•Listed, Simply Buckhead, “Rising Stars,” 2020
•Recipient, Greenberg Traurig Pro Bono Awards, Honorable Mention, 2019
•Recipient, Georgia Bar Journal’s “Pro Bono All-Star,” 2019
Working with Andrew on a health care matter
Andrew Z. Smith is an experienced attorney who advises a wide array of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to small entrepreneurs, on complex commercial litigation and dispute resolution. His practice spans both state and federal courts, where he handles all stages of litigation, including pre-litigation counseling, discovery, trial, and appeals. Andrew is particularly focused on helping clients…
Who Andrew represents
Andrew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care, internet, and litigation matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Georgia School of Law
J.D. · 2017
Michigan State University
B.A. · 2012
Andrew studied at J.D. in University of Georgia School of Law and B.A. in Michigan State University.
Law school and academic background
Andrew completed J.D. in University of Georgia School of Law and B.A. in Michigan State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andrew runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Andrew Z. Smith's office in Atlanta
Andrew's primary office is at Terminus 200, Terminus 200, 3333 Piedmont Road NE, Suite 2500, Atlanta, GA, 30305. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
Terminus 200, Terminus 200, 3333 Piedmont Road NE, Suite 2500
Atlanta, GA 30305
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How to hire Andrew Z. Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new health care attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Andrew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Andrew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Andrew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a health care attorney in Atlanta, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many health care matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Andrew
Andrew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in health care practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every health care matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Andrew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Andrew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many health care practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Andrew Z. Smith
How much does it cost to hire Andrew for a health care case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andrew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Andrew offer a free consultation?
Andrew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check Andrew's current terms during booking.
How long do health care cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple health care matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Andrew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Andrew take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?
Andrew is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Andrew will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Andrew?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Andrew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Andrew accepting new health care clients right now?
Andrew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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