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Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Sep 25, 2025

Nashville lawyer David L. Steed died Sept. 22 at the age of 69. A Vanderbilt University Law School graduate, Steed worked at the Nashville law firm of Cornelius & Collins for 41 years, first as an associate, then as a partner and finally as of counsel. Steed focused his practice on representing physicians and physician groups in matters ranging from health care liability defense, credentialing issues and third-party payor recovery matters. He also worked extensively with the Tennessee Medical Association. In a statement about Steed’s passing, the firm said, “Throughout his career, David exemplified the highest standards of the legal profession and played an important part in shaping the firm’s culture and success.” Read the full statement. Arrangements are being handled by Marshall-Donnelly-Combs Funeral Home.