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Daniel P. Smith is a business and tax attorney who has practiced law in Tennessee since 1979, after graduating summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University, where he was a member of The Phi Beta Kappa Society. He obtained his law degree from Vanderbilt University's School of Law, where he was an associate editor of the Vanderbilt Law Review. In addition, Mr. Smith has an LL.M. (Master of Laws) in Taxation from New York University.
Mr. Smith is admitted to practice law in Tennessee. He is also admitted to practice before the United States District Court, Western District of Tennessee, the United States District Court, Middle District of Tennessee, and before the United States Tax Court.
He is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association. He is also a Fellow in the Nashville Bar Foundation. Mr. Smith has received an AV®Preeminent™ peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell®. He is the co-author of the true crime book, "Victims of Dead Man Walking," published by Pelican Publishing Company.
Mr. Smith has been tax counsel on numerous tax-exempt bond issuances, including qualified 501(c)(3) bonds, exempt facility bonds for qualified residential rental projects, general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, community development district bonds, current and advance refunding bonds, pool bonds, and Build America Bonds.
He was involved in two deals in 2008 that were federally taxable, securitization structures in which bonds totaling in excess of $960 million were backed by payments from utility ratepayers, one of which was named by International Financial Review as the "U.S. Deal of the Year."
Mr. Smith has also represented clients in several IRS audits involving large amounts at issue and legal questions of national importance.
He has advised and represent clients with respect to the formation and acquisitions of other companies, and he has represented 501(c)(3) organizations in making their application for recognition of tax-exempt status.
Mr. Smith has represented franchisors with respect to both their domestic and international franchise offerings and operations. He has prepared franchise offering documents and registered franchise offerings in most registration states, and prepared franchise agreements, software licensing agreements, non-competition agreements, and guaranty agreements for use throughout the United States and in approximately 50 foreign countries.
He has also represented hospital and physician clients with respect to business transactions and has provided counsel and advice to healthcare clients with respect to tax issues and federal fraud and abuse laws, including the Stark Amendment and the federal Anti-Kickback Statute.
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Licensed in Tennessee for 46 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1979
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Location
Law Offices of Daniel Paul Smith
1616 Westgate Cir, Brentwood, TN, 37027-8019
DPS Legal Counsel
273 N. Highland Avenue, Jackson, TN, 38301
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Posted by anonymous | January 2, 2015
Exceptional! A true professional with integrity.
Dan is a creative problem solver that truly has a heart for his clients. His professional experience and areas of practice are vast. He is capable of most areas pertaining to individuals or small business. I highly recommend him. Great service that is worth the price.
Daniel Paul Smith's Lawyer Endorsements
"Dan does a great job if you need tax, IP, physician-employment, or business/entrepreneurial assistance! Dan is an all-around great guy, and you'll be glad you contacted him. His far-reaching areas of expertise make him a great advocate."
"If you need an experienced tax lawyer or one who has knowledge and understanding of business practices and the healthcare industry I would Recommend lawyer Daniel Smith"
"Dan is a man of character and integrity. He will handle any legal matter with the professionalism and excellence needed."
"The health care world keeps on getting more and more complicated, doesn't it? One day there's a new regulation you need to pay attention to and the next some big conglomerate is moving into Nashville and saying "play with us or watch your back." When this happens you need an independent resource that you can trust. I recommend that you talk to Dan Smith. Experienced. Trustworthy. Knowledgeable. Dan will help you make a great decision about your situation."
"Dan Smith is an exceptional attorney. Dan has a great ability to assist clients through highly complex and difficult cases. His attention to detail, depth of knowledge and client engagement is highly admirable. I would recommend Dan Smith without hesitation."
"I worked with Dan as a colleague and co-worker for many years and now enjoy being able to refer work to him when I cannot handle the matter. He is particularly apt at business law, tax matters, representing physicians and representing executives in connection with compensation and tax matters. A very versatile attorney and one of my go to people for outbound referrals."
"I wholeheartedly and highly endorse this lawyer. Dan and I worked at the same Nashville firm for many years and have continued our professional relationship to the present. A lawyer needs to be both competent and honest. Dan epitomizes integrity in all his dealings and is an expert in several fields. I will continue to refer him to clients and friends who need his abundant talents."
"Dan and I were partners in a law firm several years back. I am impressed with Dan's professionalism, attention to detail and common sense. He is an excellent attorney. He is dedicated to his family and his clients. I enthusiastically endorse Dan Smith."
"I negotiated on another side of a deal from Dan and as a result of that experience, I am happy to endorse him. He is a man of his word and a pleasure to work with. His competence in health care business transactions as well as tax matters is unmatched,"
"I endorse this lawyer. Dan has shown proven results with his clients and has always been cordial and open to discuss issues."
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Experience
Honors
2008
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1978
Associate Editor, Vanderbilt Law Review
1976
Phi Beta Kappa, Vanderbilt University
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner, DPS Legal Counsel
Associations
2018 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Williamson County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
American Health Lawyers AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, Business Law SectionMember
2018 - Present
American Health Lawyers Association, Fraud and Abuse Practice GroupMember
2018 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, Tax Law SectionMembrer
2018 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, Estate Planning and Probate SectionMember
2018 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, Health Care Law SectionMember
2018 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, General Solo and Small Firm SectionMember
2018 - Present
Tennessee Bar Association, Intellectual Property SectionMember
2008 - Present
Nashville Bar FoundationFellow
1979 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Federal Trademark Filing for Clients
IRS Tax Court Litigation
IRS Appeals
IRS Audit Defense
IRS Offer in Compromise
Eminent Domain Defense
Estate Probate
FCC - Advice, Counsel and Filing of Radio License Assignments and Change of Control
Tax and Business Advice and Counsel Regarding Company Restructuring and Reorganization
Franchise Law - Preparation and Filng of Franchise Offering Document
Physician Employment Contract Review
Last Will and Testament, Healthcare Power of Attorney, Advance Care Directive & Durable General Power of Attorney
Establishment of LLC for Startup Business
Advice and Counsel to Physician on Federal and State Fraud and Abuse Laws
IRS Installment Agreement
IRS Offer in Compromise
Representation of Medical Practice in Establishment of Ambulatory Surgery Center
IRS Appeals
IRS Examination
Education
1991
New York University School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1979
Vanderbilt University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
Vanderbilt University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Tennessee Municipal Attorneys Association Annual Seminar
Public Financing vs. Private Activity
2014
Tax, Healthcare and Business Law Seminar
Tax, Healthcare and Business Law
2012
Tennessee Municipal Attorneys Association Annual Seminar
Tax Compliance Life Story of Your Bond Deal
2006
17th Annual Health Law Symposium
Surviving IRS Audits of Nonprofit Hospitals
Publications
2018
DPS Legal Counsel Healthcare Blog
Doctors, Here’s a New Year’s Resolution for You – Be Better at the Business Side of Medical Practice
2017
DPS Legal Counsel Healthcare Blog
Limitation on Physician-Real Estate Limited Partner to Practice Outside Agreed Area Upheld
2017
2017
DPS Legal Counsel - Tax Blog
Beware! Employee vs. Independent Contractor – A Big Deal for Employers
2014
2011
2011
Kindle e-book
Unfiled Tax Returns: Take a Bite Out of Your Tax Pickle
2003
Pelican Publishing Company
Victims of Dead Man Walking
Languages
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Copyright ownership of a photo and displaying/selling a deceased persons image to an organisation or the public.
21 Feb 2018
Q&A
Ok, so if a $25,000 gift is not taxable how do I list it on my income return?
20 Feb 2018
Q&A
Need a tax attorney or professional group to settle back taxes?
20 Feb 2018