Thomas A. Wiseman, III - a Nashville, Tennessee (TN) Health Care Liability/ Medical Malpractice Defense Lawyer

Nashville Health Care Liability/ Medical Malpractice Defense Lawyer

Updated: 02/16/2026

Areas of Practice

Health Care Liability/ Medical Malpractice Defense
Health Care Operations
Health Care Related Boards/ Medical Licensure
False Claims

Attorney Information

Overview

The American College of Trial Lawyers notes that its carefully selected members have mastered the art of advocacy. It’s no surprise that Tom Wiseman was inducted as a Fellow in 2007. Tom is one of Nashville’s most respected lawyers and epitomizes the combination of significant experience, sound judgment and humility that sets Wiseman Ashworth Trauger attorneys apart from many others. Tom’s extensive trial experience and proven intuition have earned him significant credibility among clients, judges and the Bar.

Tom is a trial lawyer. He has tried more than 75 jury trials to verdict in Tennessee State and Federal trial courts and in other states. He is committed to tireless and effective advocacy on behalf of every client. He learns all he can about the client’s business, medical practice or product and presents a compelling and understandable narrative to inform and persuade the jury. Effectively using technology as an aid in the courtroom, Tom educates the jury and communicates themes that are essential to winning a case from a jury comprised of different backgrounds, interests and learning styles. Tom’s effective advocacy and track record in the courtroom are bringing successful results in many forms for the firm’s clients today.

Tom Wiseman was named Best Lawyers in America® 2012 “Lawyer of the Year” in the area of medical malpractice defense; he has been included in Best Lawyers in America since 1999. Tom is AV®Preeminent™ rated – the highest peer-review rating possible. Committed to building professionalism in law, he has taught Trial Advocacy as an Adjunct Professor at Vanderbilt Law School for 15 years. In his leisure time, Tom is an avid sports fan and enjoys cooking and swimming.

Awards and Honors

Super Lawyers® Selectees

Thomas A. Wiseman, III included in a Super Lawyers® list

Honors

AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers
Fellow, Nashville Bar Foundation
Fellow, Tennessee Bar Foundation
Ranked in 2018 Chambers USA
Best Lawyers in America© recognized since 1999
Super Lawyers 2006-2024
Best Lawyers® 2012 Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants "Lawyer of the Year" in Nashville
Best Lawyers® 2014 Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants "Lawyer of the Year" in Nashville
Best Lawyers® 2015 Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants "Lawyer of the Year" in Nashville
Best Lawyers® 2017 Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants "Lawyer of the Year" in Nashville
Best Lawyers® 2019 Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants "Lawyer of the Year" in Nashville
Best Lawyers® 2024 Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants "Lawyer of the Year" in Nashville
Best Lawyers® 2025 Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants "Lawyer of the Year" in Nashville

Other Sources of Feedback About Thomas A. Wiseman, III

Included on the 2025 Mid-South Super Lawyers list

Past Lists

2024 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2023 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2022 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2021 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2020 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2019 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2018 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2017 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2016 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2015 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2014 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2013 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2012 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2011 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2010 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2009 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2008 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2007 Mid-South Super Lawyers list
2006 Mid-South Super Lawyers list

Education

Legal Education
- Vanderbilt University Law School, Nashville, Tennessee, 1982
  J.D.
Non Legal Education
- Washington & Lee University, Lexington, Virginia, 1979
  B.A.

Current Employment Position(s)

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Pro Bono Activities

Adjunct Professor, Trial Advocacy, Vanderbilt University School of Law
Nashville Aquatic Club, President 2025

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Kentucky
U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit
U.S. District Court Western District of Tennessee
U.S. District Court Middle District of Tennessee
U.S. District Court Eastern District of Tennessee

Other Affiliations

American Bar Association
Tennessee Bar Association
Nashville Bar Association
Nashville Bar Association, Past President
Kentucky Bar Association
American Board of Trial Advocates

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Contact

Nashville, TN

511 Union Street
Suite 800
Nashville, TN 37219 - 1743

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Phone: 615-254-1877

Fax: 615-254-1878

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Website: https://watlawgroup.com/

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