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Robert L. "Bob" Trentham, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee

focused on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury

Nashville, TN

Trusted medical malpractice attorney serving Nashville.

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Robert L. "Bob" Trentham is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury.

Based in
Nashville, TENNESSEE
Experience
attorney
Known for
Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
  • Handles Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury matters from Nashville, TENNESSEE.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Nashville) (2021).

About Robert L. "Bob" Trentham: Robert L. "Bob" Trentham is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Robert takes on

Robert concentrates on medical malpractice and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Medical Malpractice cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Robert takes medical malpractice matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Nashville, Tennessee

Robert takes personal injury matters in Nashville, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Robert L. "Bob" Trentham — medical malpractice lawyer in Nashville

Robert L. "Bob" Trentham is an attorney based in Nashville, TENNESSEE. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury.

As a member of the Pharmaceutical, Medical Device and Healthcare Group, Bob focuses on drug and device litigation and product liability. He is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

Robert's approach to medical malpractice cases

As a member of the Pharmaceutical, Medical Device and Healthcare Group, Bob focuses on drug and device litigation and product liability. He is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell .

Clients Robert works with

Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice and personal injury matters in Nashville and the surrounding Tennessee area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Vanderbilt University

    J.D. · 1972

Robert studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University.

Law school and academic background

Robert completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Robert has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Nashville)

    2021

  • Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Nashville)

    2016

  • Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation (Nashville)

    2012

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (Nashville) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (Nashville) (2016). Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation (Nashville) (2012). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026).

Locations

Robert L. "Bob" Trentham's office in Nashville

Robert's primary office is at 1320 Adams Street, Nashville, Tennessee, 37208. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1320 Adams Street

Nashville, Tennessee 37208

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Hiring guide

How to hire Robert L. "Bob" Trentham — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Nashville, Tennessee

A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Robert

Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every medical malpractice matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Robert L. "Bob" Trentham

  • How much does it cost to hire Robert for a medical malpractice case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Robert offer a free consultation?

    Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.

  • How long do medical malpractice cases in Tennessee typically take?

    Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Nashville?

    Robert is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Robert will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Robert?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Robert accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?

    Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Medical Malpractice attorneys serving Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville in Tennessee

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