Jacob R. Swatley

Jacob Swatley began working with Harris Shelton as a law student at the University of Mississippi, serving two stints as a summer associate. In his five years with the firm, he has continued to grow his role, becoming an attorney with principal practice areas in healthcare litigation, business organizations, and election law matters.

Jacob represents healthcare providers and practitioners in malpractice lawsuits and frequently advises healthcare clients on risk mitigation, compliance, employment contracts, and workers’ compensation matters. With a deep understanding of the complexities in the healthcare industry, Jacob has litigated numerous high-stakes cases to successful outcomes, ensuring his clients’ interests are safeguarded. Jacob’s proactive approach to legal counsel helps healthcare organizations maintain compliance and minimize potential liabilities.

In his election law practice area, Jacob has represented candidates, government officials, and other clients in a variety of matters. He handled redistricting cases before the Tennessee Supreme Court and was the first lawyer in private practice to represent defendants before a Tennessee three-judge panel. At present, he is litigation counsel for the Shelby County Election Commission, and he is active with both the Memphis Lawyers Chapter of the Federalist Society and the Republican National Lawyers Association.

Jacob has also assisted numerous businesses with organizational formation and general corporate affairs, utilizing his litigation experience to help clients avoid pitfalls before they arise. He has closed on a variety of transactions, ranging from small business deals to healthcare acquisitions worth tens of millions of dollars.

Jacob received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Memphis in political science before attending the University of Mississippi School of Law, where he was staff editor of both the Mississippi Law Journal and the Federal Courts Law Review. He is active with both the Memphis and Tennessee Bar Associations.