Bryan Smith, a partner with the firm's Business practice, has experience in many aspects of federal income tax, including mergers and acquisitions, international and cross-border transactions, executive compensation, public and private offerings, joint ventures, real estate investment trusts (REITs), real estate and leasing transactions, and federal tax controversies.
Bryan S. Smith
Awarded Practice Areas
Tax Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Seattle.
Awarded Practice Areas
Tax Law
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Seattle.
Biography
Locations
Education
- Seattle University, J.D., graduated 1995
- Seattle Pacific University, BA
Bar Admissions
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Tax Law, Seattle (2026)
- Tax Law, Seattle (2024)
- Tax Law, Seattle (2020)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Tax Law
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Mutual Funds Law
Awards:
- Listed in Washington Law & Politics, "Rising Stars of Washington Law," 2008
- Listed in Chambers USA "American's Leading Business Lawyers," 2007
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