B. Rush "Rush" Smith III

Litigation - Banking and Finance

5.0 (1 reviews)

Tucson, South Carolina

22+ years experience

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

803-799-2000

https://www.nelsonmullins.com/people/b-rush-smith-iii

Meridian, 17th Floor 1320 Main Street Columbia SC US

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Bio

With a practice centered on Litigation - Banking and Finance, B. Rush "Rush" Smith III represents clients across South Carolina. Rush "Rush" Smith III brings the benefit of 22 years to clients facing Litigation - Banking and Finance issues. Rush "Rush" Smith III is committed to delivering results while treating clients with respect and dignity. As a member of the South Carolina bar, Rush "Rush" Smith III upholds the highest standards of legal practice.

Practice Areas

Litigation - Banking and Finance

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, Columbia, SC (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Financial Services Regulation Law, Columbia, SC (2025)
Lawyer of the Year: Financial Services Regulation Law, Columbia, SC (2020)
Lawyer of the Year: Bet-the-Company Litigation, Columbia, SC (2018)
Lawyer of the Year: Financial Services Regulation Law, Columbia, SC (2017)
Lawyer of the Year: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, Columbia, SC (2016)
Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Banking and Finance, Columbia, SC (2013)
Recognized: Bet-the-Company Litigation
Recognized: Commercial Litigation
Recognized: Financial Services Regulation Law
Recognized: Litigation - Banking and Finance
Recognized: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Special Focus: COVID-19
Special Focus: Mass Tort

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2003

Education

The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 1989
Clemson University, BS, graduated 1980

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Reviews

Amy Turner

2 weeks ago

A consummate professional who delivered a complex resolution

Our regional bank faced a high-stakes class action suit related to our lending practices. We engaged Rush Smith based on his deep background in banking litigation and his well-earned recognition in the field. His 22 years of experience were immediately evident; he navigated the intricate financial regulations with absolute command and crafted a defense strategy that was both aggressive and pragmatic. Rush’s guidance was clear, his professionalism unwavering, and his commitment to our success was total. The result was a favorable settlement that protected our institution’s reputation and financial standing. I cannot recommend him highly enough.