Hunter, Smith & Davis, LLP

Hunter Smith & Davis LLP stands as one of the most established and respected full-service law firms in the Tri-Cities region and eastern Tennessee. Since its founding in 1916, the firm has been integral to the region's legal landscape and community development. The firm even prepared the founding documents that established Kingsport itself. Today, with 27 attorneys operating from offices in both Kingsport and Johnson City, Hunter Smith & Davis serves a six-state region encompassing Tennessee, southwestern Virginia, western North Carolina, and eastern Kentucky. The firm's 110-year history is remarkable. In an era when business and professional practices constantly emerge and disappear, Hunter Smith & Davis has maintained continuous operation, adapting to changing legal landscapes while maintaining core commitments to excellence and community service. This longevity reflects a practice that has genuinely served its communities and earned trust across multiple generations. The modern firm reflects sophisticated growth and specialization. With 27 dedicated attorneys, Hunter Smith & Davis has built depth in virtually every practice area that businesses, families, and individuals might need. More impressively, 13 of the firm's attorneys have earned selection to the Super Lawyers or Rising Stars lists—a recognition given only to a small percentage of attorneys in any jurisdiction. Hunter Smith & Davis has earned recognition from the nation's most prestigious legal rating organizations. The firm appears in U.S. News & World Report's rankings of best law firms and maintains inclusion in Best Lawyers. These recognitions come from peer nominations and evaluation. In family law, Hunter Smith & Davis brings the resources and experience of a large firm combined with the ability to give matters personal attention. Divorce cases—whether contested or uncontested—benefit from the firm's deep litigation experience across all types of civil matters. Family law attorneys within Hunter Smith & Davis collaborate with estate planning specialists, real estate attorneys, and tax experts, allowing comprehensive legal strategy addressing not just immediate divorce issues but longer-term financial and planning concerns. Child custody matters receive careful attention informed by family law expertise and broader understanding of how business law and estate planning intersect with family transitions. The healthcare law and estate planning capabilities mean clients can address multiple aspects of their legal affairs through one trusted firm. Beyond family law, Hunter Smith & Davis serves as a comprehensive legal resource for businesses. The firm's geographic scope—serving a six-state region—reflects the expertise and reputation that attracts clients beyond the immediate area. What distinguishes Hunter Smith & Davis is the combination of historic establishment (110 years), substantial resources (27 attorneys), comprehensive capabilities, and demonstrated commitment to community. Clients working with Hunter Smith & Davis benefit from the full resources of a sophisticated, established firm serving families and individuals with excellence.