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Individualized attention - Real expertise - Relentless advocacy

Your problem
becomes our problem

Swafford Law is a Tennessee-based litigation firm serving clients across the state. At Swafford Law, we tackle our clients’ problems — with individualized attention, deep expertise, and tenacity.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

who we are

We make your problem our problem.

Legal disputes are stressful, costly, and often feel personal — because they are. At Swafford Law, we partner with our clients to find the best path forward, treating every case with the same urgency and care we’d want if it were our own.

We represent a wide range of clients. From Fortune 500 companies to small businesses to individual professionals, we bring the same level of attention and strategy to every matter, regardless of size.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

“Our promise is simple: we analyze your case as if it were our own problem, because once you hire us, it becomes our problem to solve.”

what we do

Practice Areas

01

Business Disputes & Commercial Litigation

Swafford Law handles all manner of business disputes, including breach of contract, partnership and LLC disputes, fraud claims, breach of fiduciary duty, intellectual property matters, trade secrets, false advertising, and property disputes. Whether you’re defending your company’s reputation or pursuing a claim against a business partner or vendor, we bring a strategic, business-minded approach to every case.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

02

Employment Litigation

We represent both employers and employees in disputes involving discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wrongful discharge, wage and hour claims, non-compete and confidentiality agreements, and workplace investigations. We handle employment and severance agreements. We know these matters are personal, and we fight for outcomes that protect our clients’ livelihoods and businesses alike.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

03

Education Law

We have handled several high-profile disputes where our school clients have prevailed.  Our litigation and employment law experience complement our work in this area.  We enjoy partnering with our school clients to assist them with internal investigations, policy development, employment matters, and disputes.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

why clients choose us

A boutique firm.
Big-firm experience.

I.

Individualized Attention

Our attorneys work directly with you from day one.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

II.

Proven Expertise

Our attorneys have decades of combined litigation experience, including backgrounds at some of the region’s largest firms, representing companies ranging from emerging startups to Fortune 500 corporations.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

III.

Tenacious Advocacy

We fight for the best possible resolution, whether that’s in the courtroom, at the negotiating table, or through mediation.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

IV.

A True Partnership

We don’t just represent you — we partner with you to understand your goals and chart the smartest path to resolving your legal problem.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

meet our team

Experienced attorneys trusted advocates.

Our attorneys have handled complex litigation for individuals, small businesses, and major corporations alike, from jury trials to arbitrations to high-stakes negotiations.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Tara Swafford

founding partner

Elizabeth “Betsy” Hart

special counsel

Lee Maddux

of counsel

contact

Let's solve your problem — together.

Swafford Law is located in the Greater Nashville area and can serve your needs throughout Tennessee. Reach out today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward resolving your legal matter.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

telephone

office

321 Billingsly Ct, Suite 19
Franklin, TN 37067

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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