Bryan Howard III, Tax Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
focused on Tax and Trusts
Nashville, TN
Trusted tax attorney serving Nashville.
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Bryan Howard III is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts.
- Based in
- Nashville, TENNESSEE
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Tax · Trusts
- Handles Tax and Trusts matters from Nashville, TENNESSEE.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville) (2025).
About Bryan Howard III: Bryan Howard III is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts.
Areas of practice
Bryan's practice areas in Nashville
Bryan concentrates on tax and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bryan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Bryan takes tax matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bryan agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Bryan takes trusts matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bryan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Bryan Howard III, tax attorney serving Nashville
Bryan Howard III is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Tax and Trusts. Bryan works from Nashville, Tennessee and takes on tax matters across the region.
Bryan Howard III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates.
Bryan, who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2001. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bryan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Working with Bryan on a tax matter
Bryan Howard III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Bryan, who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2001. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bryan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Who Bryan represents
Bryan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax and trusts matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Bryan studied and practices
University of Florida
LLM in Taxation Law · 1984
University of California Berkeley
B.S. Business Administration · 1979
University of Florida
— · 1984
Bryan studied at LLM in Taxation Law in University of Florida, B.S. Business Administration in University of California Berkeley, and — in University of Florida.
Law school and academic background
Bryan completed LLM in Taxation Law in University of Florida, B.S. Business Administration in University of California Berkeley, and — in University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bryan runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Bryan's legal honors and published work
Bryan has received 24 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Nashville)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville)
2022
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Nashville)
2020
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Nashville)
2017
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville)
2016
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Nashville)
2014
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Asset Protection
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business and Succession Planning
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fiduciary Tax
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Gift Planning
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Partnership
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Partnership and Limited Liability
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Probate
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Subchapter S Corporations
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Succession Planning
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Planning
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wealth Management
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Nashville) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Nashville) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Tax Law (Nashville) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Nashville) (2017).
Locations
Bryan Howard III's office in Nashville
Bryan's primary office is at 511 Union Street, Nashville, Tennessee, 37219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Bryan Howard III — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bryan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bryan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bryan'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; Bryan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a tax attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax 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 Bryan
Bryan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every tax 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. Bryan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bryan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Bryan Howard III
How much does it cost to hire Bryan for a tax case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bryan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bryan offer a free consultation?
Bryan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bryan's office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check Bryan's current terms during booking.
How long do tax cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple tax 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. Bryan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bryan take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Bryan is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Bryan 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 Bryan?
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. Bryan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bryan accepting new tax clients right now?
Bryan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Tax attorneys serving Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville in Tennessee
Bryan handles tax matters throughout Tennessee. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified tax attorneys in that community.
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