David Clyde Head, Business Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Health Care · 4.8/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
PartneratWaller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP
Nashville, TN
Practicing business in Nashville since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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David Clyde Head is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. David has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Nashville, TN
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Health Care
- Handles Business, General, and Health Care matters from Nashville, TN.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David Clyde Head: David Clyde Head is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. David has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on business, general, health care, m&a, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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M&A
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Business cases in Nashville, Tennessee
David takes business 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 David agrees to represent you.
General cases in Nashville, Tennessee
David takes general 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 David agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Nashville, Tennessee
David takes health care 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 David agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Nashville, Tennessee
David takes m&a 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 David agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Nashville, Tennessee
David takes real estate 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet David Clyde Head — business lawyer in Nashville
David Clyde Head is a partner based in Nashville, TN. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. David has over 31 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
David Clyde Head is a lawyer practicing healthcare securities, securities, corporate and 12 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Alabama in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years. David practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Nashville, TN.
David's approach to business cases
David Clyde Head is a lawyer practicing healthcare securities, securities, corporate and 12 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Alabama in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years. David practices at Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP in Nashville, TN.
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and health care matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Washington and Lee University J.D. cum laude Washington and Lee University J.D. 1995 Washington and Lee Law Review
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University of Alabama
B.S. Commerce · 1991
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Tennessee
1995 · ACTIVE
David studied at — in Washington and Lee University J.D. cum laude Washington and Lee University J.D. 1995 Washington and Lee Law Review and B.S. Commerce in University of Alabama.
Law school and academic background
David completed — in Washington and Lee University J.D. cum laude Washington and Lee University J.D. 1995 Washington and Lee Law Review and B.S. Commerce in University of Alabama. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Tennessee Bar Association
Member, Business Law and Health Law Sections · membership
Locations
David Clyde Head's office in Nashville
David's primary office is at Nashville City Center, 511 Union Street, Suite 2700, Nashville, TN, 37219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP
Nashville City Center, 511 Union Street, Suite 2700
Nashville, TN 37219
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Client reviews of David Clyde Head — 4.8/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Nashville.
4.8
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How to hire David Clyde Head — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Clyde Head
How much does it cost to hire David for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple business 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new business clients right now?
David'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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