Robert L. Harris – Nashville, TN

Strategic Financial and Corporate Counsel

Robert L. Harris is a distinguished attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at the renowned firm Holland & Knight (formerly Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis). With over two decades of experience, ‘Rob’ Harris has established himself as a leading authority in banking and finance law. He specializes in representing healthcare companies, private equity firms, and financial institutions in complex commercial transactions. His practice is centered on helping clients navigate the intricate regulatory landscape of the healthcare industry while securing the capital they need to grow. Whether it is structuring a leveraged recapitalization or negotiating a senior credit facility, Mr. Harris brings a business-minded approach to every deal, striving to eliminate risk and maximize value for his clients.

Specialized Practice Areas

• Commercial Real Estate Lawyers: Expertise in acquisition and development financing, helping clients fund major real estate projects.
• Business Litigation Lawyers: While primarily transactional, his deep understanding of regulatory compliance helps prevent costly legal disputes.
• Contract Lawyers: Drafting and negotiating sophisticated loan agreements, mergers, and joint venture contracts.
• Healthcare Financing: A niche focus on cash-flow lending and asset-based lending specifically for hospitals and health systems.
• Banking & Finance: Advising borrowers and lenders on debt financing, including public and private debt structures.

Recognized Excellence

Robert L. Harris is consistently recognized by his peers for his legal acumen. He has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America for Banking and Finance Law since 2006 and is ranked in Chambers USA as a leading lawyer for business. His reputation as a skilled negotiator is well-known in the Nashville legal community, where he has been named ‘Best of the Bar’ by the Nashville Business Journal. If you are a business leader looking to hire an attorney who understands the numbers as well as the law, Rob Harris is a premier choice. His ability to structure complex deals has made him a go-to counsel for some of the region’s largest healthcare providers.

Prime Downtown Location

Mr. Harris operates out of the Nashville City Center, a hub of commerce and law in downtown Nashville. His affiliation with Holland & Knight provides him with a national platform and extensive resources to handle matters of any scale. If you need to find a lawyer for a high-stakes financial transaction, his track record speaks for itself. He is dedicated to providing innovative solutions that drive business success.