
$500 Million
recovered
Since 1993, our Nashville personal injury attorneys have recovered over five hundred million dollars for our clients. We have a reputation of success.

28+ years
Of success
When you work with us, you will have a team of five dedicated, high-caliber lawyers with over 75 years of combined experience on your side.

Awarded Best
Lawyers in America
Our Nashville personal injury lawyers have been recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law Firms Rankings, including “Super Lawyers,” “Best Lawyers in America,” and more.

$500 Million
recovered
Since 1993, our Nashville personal injury attorneys have recovered over five hundred million dollars for our clients. We have a reputation of success.

28+ years
Of success
When you work with us, you will have a team of five dedicated, high-caliber lawyers with over 75 years of combined experience on your side.

Awarded Best
Lawyers in America
Our Nashville personal injury attorneys have been recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Law Firms Rankings, including “Super Lawyers,” “Best Lawyers in America,” and more.
We've Helped Thousands of People Just Like You
We are known for getting life-changing results and fighting to make our communities safer.
$10.7 Million
Wrongful Death Medical Malpractice
$3.5 Million
Confidential Settlement
Legal Malpractice

We’re Here To Help
Our Primary Practice Areas
We can help you get the compensation and justice you deserve. Our top-rated Nashville personal injury lawyers are licensed in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Georgia and available nationwide.

Over $500 Million
Recovered Since 1993
A Family Of Lawyers
For over 35 years, founding attorney David Randolph Smith has delivered justice and financial relief to families devastated by the wrongdoing of others. Building on his legacy of success, DRS Law has grown into a multi-generational team of five attorneys that includes David’s three sons.
Over 75 Years of Combined Experience
Our knowledgeable and experienced personal injury lawyers are ready to help you in your time of need. We are passionate about the success of your case and will give it the close attention and focus it deserves.
















What Our Clients Say
“The intellect combined with compassion of these people is incredible.”
I am very thankful to David, Lyon, Chris and all professionals who represent this firm. This team made an incredibly difficult situation end successfully. The intellect combined with compassion of these people is incredible. Our concerns were quickly and appropriately responded to, with knowledge and compassion. Law suits are very scary situations, but they never stopped communicating until I felt comfortable with the process. - K. Boland
“They were extremely thorough and caring through the entire experience.”
The DRS team was simply tremendous. They were extremely thorough and caring through the entire experience. I felt cared for the entire time. I will recommend them enthusiastically to anyone who ever needs legal help. - Dick K.
“Very professional and very hard working guys that I would suggest to anyone!”
Chris and the rest of the guys at the firm did an amazing job handling my case and making me feel like I was heard and important. Very professional and very hard working guys that I would suggest to anyone! - T. Sapp.
“They kept me in the loop every step of the way and made me feel like family.”
This is a wonderful law firm. They kept me in the loop every step of the way and made me feel like family. I would highly recommend! - David S.
“There are really no words to adequately describe how thankful we are.”
There are really no words to adequately describe how thankful we are for Lyon and the others at this law firm. The events that led us to reach out to your firm were one the worst times in our lives. My husband’s illness and long recovery were something that we were not sure we would ever come back from. Thanks to the hard work, knowledge and dedication that you guys have put forth on our behalf we have been awarded a settlement that will ensure we have a secure financial future. You guys are the best! - Lorrie H.
“The only attorney that would take our case.”
David Randolph Smith was the only attorney that would take our case. We were up against the US Government and Virginia’s state laws. Mr. Smith’s experience and expertise was the only reason we were able to get a settlement. He always answered our calls and kept us informed. Mr. and Mrs. Smith were very professional and nice. God sent this law firm to help us at a very sorrowful time. We were blessed for such a great law firm. If I ever need a lawyer, this firm would be first on my list. Thank you. — Vicky F.
“The end results gave me the justice and satisfaction I so desperately needed.”
Thru what was an absolute nightmare of an ordeal, I was finally blessed with the very best legal team a man could ever want or desire. I can’t even begin to express my overwhelming gratitude and sincere appreciation to my entire legal team. You are all of the very best at what you do, and the end results gave me the justice and satisfaction I so desperately needed. And it also gave me back my health and independence! On a scale to 1 and 10, I would give you give you a 12! God bless all of you from the bottom of my heart! - Darrell H.
“It made all the difference knowing that we were in competent hands.”
My wife and I couldn’t have had a better experience. The whole team was incredibly responsive, attentive, respectful, & friendly. Lyon took our case and you couldn’t ask for a better guy to have on your side. Not only was he super sharp and resourceful, but also the type of person that makes you feel like an old friend. Since we were seeking legal help for a very awful situation it made all the difference knowing that we were in competent hands the whole time. - Mark D.
“They always set realistic expectations and even surpassed them.”
It was a wonderful experience. Everyone we dealt with was attentive and responsive. They always set realistic expectations and even surpassed them. We are very happy we decided to use Smith and Associates. We highly recommend them. - Whitney G.
Types of cases
Our Firm Handles A Wide Range Of Complex Cases
Our experience is vast and so are our case types. If you’ve been badly hurt in an accident, received improper medical care, or lost a family member because of someone’s carelessness, we can help you get the compensation and justice you deserve.
Unsure if you have a case?
Contact us for a free consultation.
Looking to refer a case? We regularly work with other attorneys and law firms on a variety of negligence matters in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Georgia.
Types of cases
Our Firm Handles A Wide Range Of Complex Cases
Our experience is vast and so are our case types. If you’ve been badly hurt in an accident, received improper medical care, or lost a family member because of someone’s carelessness, we can help you get the compensation and justice you deserve.
Unsure if you have a case?
Contact us for a free consultation.
What to Expect
Our Legal Services Are Completely Personalized To You And Your Unique Needs

01 Free Consultation
Our dedicated personal injury and accident lawyers provide free, no-pressure case evaluations. We will help you determine if you have a case and will answer all your questions in plain English. We never charge any fees until we win your case.
02 Personalized Service
If we take your case, it’s because we believe we can help you. We will get to work outlining a strategic plan of action. We want you to feel taken care of during this difficult time — whatever questions you have, we’re here with answers. Frequent check-ins ensure you are comfortable with the progress of your case.
03 You Get Paid
We are passionate about the success of your case and will give it the close attention and focus it deserves. We find solutions that other lawyers miss, discovering key facts that help you win. We call upon our gifts in storytelling to argue your case with passion and conviction so you get the compensation and justice you deserve.