Gregory D. "Greg" Smith, Family Law Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Nashville, TN
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Gregory D. "Greg" Smith is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Family Law.
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- Handles Family Law matters from Nashville, TENNESSEE.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville) (2026).
About Gregory D. "Greg" Smith: Gregory D. "Greg" Smith is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Family Law.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Gregory takes on
Gregory concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gregory handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Gregory takes family law 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 Gregory agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Gregory D. "Greg" Smith — family law lawyer in Nashville
Gregory D. "Greg" Smith is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Family Law.
GGreg Smith is a Member of the firm based in the Nashville office where he is a member of the Family Law Service Group. His practice focuses primarily on divorce, custody litigation, support disputes and neglect cases in courts in Nashville and surrounding counties. He has helped clients find and recover children abducted by former spouses, obtained help for children with disabilities and resolved difficult property and financial issues related to their domestic disputes. He has experience in international custody litigation in both state and federal courts. He also has experience handling creditors' rights and commercial litigation matters in both Tennessee state and federal courts.
More Than Stites & Harbison
Mr. Smith has chaired the Juvenile Court Committee and the Circuit and Chancery Court Committee of the Nashville Bar Association. He served on the board of directors of the Nashville Bar Association from 2002-04.
Greg has led or participated in a number of seminars over the past several years focusing on family law and ethical issues for the National Business Institute, the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association and the Nashville Bar Association.
How Gregory handles family law matters
GGreg Smith is a Member of the firm based in the Nashville office where he is a member of the Family Law Service Group. His practice focuses primarily on divorce, custody litigation, support disputes and neglect cases in courts in Nashville and surrounding counties. He has helped clients find and recover children abducted by former spouses, obtained help for children with disabilities and…
The kind of cases Gregory takes
Gregory reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Vanderbilt University
J.D. · 1985
The University of Tennessee
BS · 1978
Jurisdictions
Gregory's state bar admissions
Tennessee, State Bar
ACTIVE
Gregory studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University and BS in The University of Tennessee.
Law school and academic background
Gregory completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University and BS in The University of Tennessee. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gregory runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Gregory has received 15 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville)
2022
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville)
2016
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV-rated
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nashville Bar Association's 1996 Joseph G. Cummings Pro Bono Volunteer of the Year
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers (2008-present)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers Top 50 Nashville Lawyers (2018, 2019)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mid-South Super Lawyers Top 100 Tennessee Lawyers (2018, 2019)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nashville Business Journal's Best of the Bar
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville) (2022). Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Family Law (Nashville) (2016). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
Locations
Gregory D. "Greg" Smith's office in Nashville
Gregory's primary office is at 401 Commerce Street, Suite 800, Nashville, Tennessee, 37219. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Gregory D. "Greg" Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gregory usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gregory charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory'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; Gregory will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law 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 Gregory
Gregory discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law 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. Gregory confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gregory's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Gregory D. "Greg" Smith
How much does it cost to hire Gregory for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gregory walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gregory offer a free consultation?
Gregory charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gregory's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Gregory's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple family law 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. Gregory gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gregory take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Gregory 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 — Gregory 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 Gregory?
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. Gregory will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gregory accepting new family law clients right now?
Gregory's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville in Tennessee
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