Chris Swift has more than 40 years' experience as a healthcare and tax lawyer who counsels the healthcare industry and other businesses by guiding them through governmental, tax and regulatory issues. He keeps nonprofit organizations tax-exempt, assists all taxpayers in reducing state and local taxes, and finds tax and regulatory incentives to grow companies.
Chris has substantial experience in both the financial situations facing clients and the particular concerns faced by clients in the healthcare industry. He finds practical solutions to problems and tax-saving opportunities for his clients.
Chris is the former national co-leader of the firm's Healthcare Industry team and the former coordinator of the Cleveland office's Tax, Personal Planning and Employee Benefits group. He served as a member of the firm's Policy Committee from 2004 through 2009. He has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1997 and was named the 2010 and 2018 Cleveland "Tax Lawyer of the Year" and the 2011 Cleveland "Healthcare Lawyer of the Year."