Mark T. Smith, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
Over 35 years of legal practice
Nashville, TN
Practicing medical malpractice in Nashville since 1991.
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Mark T. Smith is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Mark has over 35 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Nashville, TENNESSEE
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Medical Malpractice
- Handles Medical Malpractice matters from Nashville, TENNESSEE.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026).
About Mark T. Smith: Mark T. Smith is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Mark has over 35 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Mark takes on
Mark concentrates on medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice cases in Nashville, Tennessee
Mark takes medical malpractice 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 Mark agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Mark T. Smith — medical malpractice lawyer in Nashville
Mark T. Smith is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Mark has over 35 years of legal experience.
Mark Smith’s clients include hospitals, doctors and other health care providers throughout the state of Tennessee. He handles the defense of medical negligence claims and suits involving allegations of wrongful death and catastrophic injuries with the potential for significant financial exposure. Other practice areas include general, commercial, estate and appellate litigation, as well as high-exposure plaintiff’s personal injury cases. Mark has practiced law 32 years, including more than 10 years in Dallas, where he was a partner at Strasburger & Price.
Mark is a Nashville native and honors graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill. He worked as a newspaper reporter at the Richmond Times-Dispatch before graduating from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1991. In 1992, he received a master’s degree in foreign affairs, also from the University of Virginia.
Working with Mark on a medical malpractice matter
Mark Smith’s clients include hospitals, doctors and other health care providers throughout the state of Tennessee. He handles the defense of medical negligence claims and suits involving allegations of wrongful death and catastrophic injuries with the potential for significant financial exposure. Other practice areas include general, commercial, estate and appellate litigation, as well as…
Clients Mark works with
Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Virginia
M.A. · 1992
University of Virginia
J.D. · 1991
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.A. · 1984
Jurisdictions
Mark's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1994 · ACTIVE
Tennessee, Tennessee
1991 · ACTIVE
Texas, State Bar of
1991 · ACTIVE
Mark studied at M.A. in University of Virginia, J.D. in University of Virginia, and B.A. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Law school and academic background
Mark completed M.A. in University of Virginia, J.D. in University of Virginia, and B.A. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Mark has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell, AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tennessee Bar Association Harris Gilbert Pro Bono Attorneys of the Year Award (2025)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell, AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tennessee Bar Association Harris Gilbert Pro Bono Attorneys of the Year Award (2025) (2026).
Locations
Mark T. Smith's office in Nashville
Mark's primary office is at 1600 West End Avenue, Suite 1750, Nashville, Tennessee, 37203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Mark T. Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark'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; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Nashville, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice 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 Mark
Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every medical malpractice 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. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mark T. Smith
How much does it cost to hire Mark for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mark offer a free consultation?
Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple medical malpractice 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. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Nashville?
Mark 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 — Mark 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 Mark?
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. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mark accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Mark'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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