Atty. Travis B. Swearingen

Atty. Travis B. Swearingen

Travis Swearingen assists his clients with their most complex and high stakes legal problems. Travis is a trial lawyer with first chair experience representing clients in healthcare, drug and medical device, and construction litigation.

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Profile Summary

About Travis B. Swearingen at a glance

Travis B. Swearingen is a health care attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 2006). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Travis Swearingen assists his clients with their most complex and high stakes legal problems
  • Travis is a trial lawyer with first chair experience representing clients in healthcare, drug and medical device, and construction litigation
  • Travis also represents leading healthcare institutions across Tennessee with their regulatory, licensure and Certificate of Need matters
  • Most recently, he has helped lead the defense of significant mass tort litigation for a Fortune 50 medical device manufacturer, tried multi-million-dollar disputes for three of the largest hospital systems in Tennessee, and successfully defended multiple healthcare liability cases to verdict
  • Mid-South Super Lawyers® has named Travis a “Super Lawyer” for his work in business litigation and he has been recognized as by Best Lawyers in America® for his work in health care law
  • He has served in leadership roles for the Defense Research Institute, Tennessee Bar Association and Tennessee Alumni Association

Practice Areas Explained

Travis B. Swearingen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Travis B. Swearingen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Nashville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Travis B. Swearingen

Where is Travis B. Swearingen's law office located?
Travis B. Swearingen's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Travis B. Swearingen handle?
Travis B. Swearingen focuses on health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
Where did Travis B. Swearingen go to law school?
Travis B. Swearingen earned their education at (J.D., 2006).
How can I contact Travis B. Swearingen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Travis B. Swearingen received?
Travis B. Swearingen's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law.

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Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 2006

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law
- 2026

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