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Morgan Elizabeth Smith
also known as Morgan E. Smith, Morgan Smith
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Biography
I am an attorney located in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. I have my B.A. in Classics from the New College of Florida, and my J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School. I have a varied legal background, including stints at the ICTY in the Netherlands with the Office of the Prosecutor and with the State of Tennessee. I have over a decade of litigation experience and it is hard to surprise me at this point!
I enjoy family and employment law and feel lucky that I have managed to find a career where I feel like I am making a difference by enforcing the rights of employees, parents, and protecting children. My favorite family area is divorce, since you get to use your creativity to fashion agreements to help ensure the most equitable and beneficial contracts to protect your client at a time when they are most at risk of making a bad emotional decision for themselves. My favorite employment area is wage and hour (FLSA) because one of the most fundamental rights of an employee is to be paid for the work they have done to enrich the employer.
If I had to describe my legal style in three words it would be creative, diligent, and stubborn.
On a personal note, I love sports and I am a big University of Louisville (still crying), Vanderbilt (always crying), Titans (usually crying), and Nashville Predators fan (too happy and it makes me nervous).
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Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
17 years | 200 cases
Employment and Labor
35%
15 years | 50 cases
Litigation
15%
19 years | 25 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 16 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Tennessee for 19 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Morgan Smith
1222 16th Ave S, Suite 23, Nashville, TN, 37212
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Morgan Elizabeth Smith's Reviews
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Posted by H.I.M. | August 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thank God for Morgan and her team!
I can't recommend Morgan highly enough. I had a very high-conflict, contested divorce that included custody issues, spousal support, property (and more!). I'm certain it would have ended in a court trial without Morgan's foresight and negotiating skills. She was able to gauge the situation early on t...
Posted by anonymous | September 2, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Fantastic Law Group
Both Randall and Morgan are fantastic and they truly care about their clients. Hire them, they do great work. They were empathetic, down to earth and very knowledgeable about the proper course of action. They took my case and I could not be more satisfied with the outcome.
Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very Helpful
I reached out to Morgan and she provided a very thorough consult! She went out of her way to help, even though it was just a consult!
Posted by Lydia | August 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent attention to detail - went out of her way to be helpful.
Morgan Smith is the best lawyer I've ever worked with. She made me feel like she really cared about my situation and went above and beyond my expectations to ensure I got what I needed, even when it meant meeting me after normal business hours. She was easy to communicate with and answered all my que...
Posted by Jessica | October 3, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best of the best
I cannot speak any higher of Ms. Smith. Through one of the most difficult times of my life, she picked up the pieces of my messy case. She was prompt and responsive when I had questions or situations come up, knowledgeable of the law and how certain aspects would affect my case. She was compassionat...
Morgan Elizabeth Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Attorney Smith. She is extremely dedicated to her clients, and is passionate about her work."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Morgan Smith is an effective advocate, who gets results for for her clients"
"I endorse Morgan Smith with no hesitation. I've referred several clients to Morgan for divorce and other family law matters, and they have all reported back to me that they are very happy with the results she has achieved, her level of communication, and professionalism. I would not hesitate to refer to her in the future because Morgan is a top notch lawyer, a fellow Vanderbilt graduate, and a person who goes the extra mile for her clients."
"Morgan was on the other side of a divorce case, and at all times she was reasonable, diligent, and acted with the best interest of her client and the parents' child in mind. Doesn't waste opposing counsels' time or her clients' money, a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Morgan works hard for her clients. She will work to negotiate a settlement, but she is prepared to have a court hearing."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is experienced, hard working and compassionate about her client's needs."
"I have seen Morgan work extremely hard for her clients. She is very knowledgeable about Family Law."
"I have had cases with Ms. Smith, and she effectively represents her clients in a professional manner. I respect and endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I've worked with Morgan on several matters, and I find her to be an intelligent, diligent and compassionate attorney who puts her clients first. I highly recommend Morgan to anyone looking for a family law attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Morgan works hard for her clients and is a great advocate, whether in mediation or in the courtroom. She is knowledgeable in the area of family law and she focuses on the solution instead of the problem...a great quality in a family lawyer!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Smith is an outstanding advocate for persons involved in any type of employment or labor dispute. She is extremely well-versed in every aspect of the employment/labor law arena."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Smith is an excellent attorney. She is well versed in many areas of the law and is capable of handling complex matters. She genuinely cares about her clients and is well liked by other attorneys in the bar."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Smith is a very competent attorney and effective advocate for her clients."
"I endorse Morgan. I find her to be an effective advocate with the smarts and chutzpah to get things done."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Morgan has earned a reputation in Nashville for providing excellent service and obtaining good results for her clients. She has my full endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
10 Best in Tennessee, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Top Three Best Rated Divorce Attorney, Nashville, Tennessee, https://threebestrated.com/
2015
10 Best in Tennessee, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2011
Homerun Hitter, Nashville Bar Association
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Morgan Smith
2010 - 2011
Managing Attorney, Dundon+Smith, PLLC
2009 - 2010
Conciliation Attorney, TN DHS - Appeals and Hearings
2008 - 2008
Legal - Office of the Prosecutor, International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia
Associations
2015 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2015 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationLRIS - Committee Chair
2012 - Present
RANVice President Fall 2013
2011 - Present
NBA LRIS CommitteeSecretary
2011 - Present
NBA CLE CommitteeAttorney Member
2009 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
S. M. v. N. M.
Real property, no alimony and primary care and control to client
S. B. et al v. Doji
Won! Offer of Judgment Accepted
Harris v. Bell & Assoc.
Confidential Settlement
In Re: C.B.
Custody obtained for client
Harris v. Clark
Confidential Settlement
J. B. v. J. C. N.
Renegotiated more favorable outcome for client and dismissed appeal
B. J. v. D. J.
Respondent found guilty, jail time ordered on all counts, attorney feea awarded
In Re: M Children
Won! No finding of D&N, successfully defeated, children returned to family
P. S. v. Metro et al
Won! Case dismissed, Plaintiff to pay costs
C.M. v. J.M.
Obtained with Fees Awarded
T. H. v. John Doe et al
Confidential Settlement
Education
2007
Vanderbilt University Law School
Juris Doctor
2004
New College of Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
2013
CLE by the Hour: Craving Credits
ETHICS AND PROFESSIONALISM: CLIENT CONFIDENTIALITY IN THE DIGITAL WORLD Maintaining Privilege and Confidentiality
2012
Lincoln on Professionalism
Modern Implications of Lincoln's Views of Professionalism
2011
How to Start and Manage a Solo or Small Firm
Generating Business
Publications
2012
Blog - Law On Your Schedule
Huge changes to Tennessee paternity laws and Father’s Rights
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
What happens when a motion for contempt is filed to the court based on lies?
10 Feb 2017
Q&A
My wife and I are in the process of getting a divorce. her father is sending me threatening texts, what can I do?
07 Feb 2017
Q&A
Greedy ex wife
08 Aug 2015