David Randolph Smith, Personal Injury Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 48 years of legal practice
Nashville, TN
Practicing personal injury in Nashville since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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David Randolph Smith is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. David has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DRS Law.
- Based in
- Nashville, TENNESSEE
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury
- Handles Personal Injury matters from Nashville, TENNESSEE.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
About David Randolph Smith: David Randolph Smith is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. David has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DRS Law.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Randolph Smith
David concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Nashville, Tennessee
David takes personal injury 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
About David Randolph Smith — Over 48 years of Tennessee personal injury experience
David Randolph Smith is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. David has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DRS Law.
David Randolph Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.
David Randolph, who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David Randolph is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
David's approach to personal injury cases
David Randolph Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Personal Injury Litigatio n - Plaintiffs. David Randolph, who practices law in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized since 2008. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David Randolph is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and…
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
David Randolph Smith's legal education and bar admissions
The University of Texas
J.D. · 1978
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Tennessee, Tennessee
1985 · ACTIVE
Texas, State Bar of
1978 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in The University of Texas.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in The University of Texas. 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
Awards, publications, and recognition of David Randolph Smith
David has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Specialist
2026
Best Lawyers in America — by the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys.
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Specialist (2026). Best Lawyers in America — by the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys. (2026).
Locations
David Randolph Smith's office in Nashville
David's primary office is at 1913 21st Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee, 37212. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire David Randolph Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury 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 personal injury attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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 personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Randolph Smith
How much does it cost to hire David for a personal injury 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 personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple personal injury 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 personal injury 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
Personal Injury attorneys serving Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville in Tennessee
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