E. Watson Smith

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Mobile, Alabama

60+ years experience

Johnstone Adams LLC

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

251-319-4659

https://www.johnstoneadams.com/our-attorneys/e-watson-smith/

One St. Louis Centre, Suite 4000, One Saint Louis Street, P.O. Box 1988, Mobile, AL 36633-1988

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Bio

E. Watson Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Tax Law.E. Watson, who practices law in Mobile, Alabama, has been recognized since 1987. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which E. Watson is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. E. Watson Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Tax Law.E. Watson, who practices law in Mobile, Alabama, has been recognized since 1987. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which E. Watson is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. E. Watson Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law and Tax Law. E. Watson, who practices law in Mobile, Alabama, has been recognized since 1987. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which E. Watson is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Recognized: Tax Law
Practice Area: Health Care Law
Practice Area: Trusts and Estates

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1987

Education

Duke University, J.D., graduated 1965

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Reviews

Paul Thomas

2 weeks ago

A Master of Complex Tax and ERISA Law

Our family-owned medical practice faced a daunting situation involving a complex IRS audit intertwined with significant questions about our retirement plan's compliance. We needed counsel who understood the intersection of tax law, ERISA, and healthcare. Mr. Smith was recommended to us, and from our first meeting, his six decades of experience were evident. He didn't just recite code sections; he explained the practical implications for our specific practice in Mobile. His recognition in Best Lawyers for both Tax Law and Employee Benefits Law was not just a title—it was the foundation of his strategy. He guided us through the audit with a calm, methodical approach, successfully negotiating with the IRS agents and simultaneously restructuring our retirement plan to ensure full compliance moving forward. His deep knowledge, particularly in how these areas impact healthcare providers, was invaluable. Mr. Smith is the epitome of a seasoned attorney: precise, strategic, and utterly dedicated to his client's success. We emerged from a potentially catastrophic situation not only intact but on stronger footing. For anyone in Alabama navigating the intricate world of business, tax, or benefits law, E. Watson Smith is an unparalleled resource.