Franklin Criminal Lawyers
Criminal law defines offenses such as homicide, assault, drug crimes, theft crimes, sex crimes, and many other felonies and misdemeanors while providing constitutional and other procedural rights for suspects and defendants.
Compare 166 top rated Tennessee attorneys serving Franklin.
![Eric M Larsen]( "Eric M Larsen")
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Eric M Larsen
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Juvenile and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
As a former probation/parole officer and the son of a decorated homicide detective, my entire life has been connected to the criminal justice system. I've seen the inside of a prison, I know police tactics, and I've seen first-hand how our criminal justice system can be unfair.
My passion is standing up for folks who need someone knowledgeable and skilled in their corner to protect their rights.
My passion for standing up for what's right is also delivered in the representation of folks experiencing the challenges of a Divorce or Child Custody battles.
Having started my career primary...
![Cayley Turrin]( "Cayley Turrin")
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Cayley Turrin
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Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfFranklin, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 8 years of experience
Criminal, Cannabis Law, DUI and White Collar Crime
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
I always fight for the underdog! If you are looking for a Criminal Defense Attorney in the Middle Tennessee area who won't back down from a fight, give me a call immediately! I practice regularly in General Sessions, Circuit Court and Juvenile Court with charges ranging from Public Intoxications to Aggravated Burglary, Robbery and other more serious charges.
![Joseph W. Fuson]( "Joseph W. Fuson")
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Joseph W. Fuson
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfFranklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Criminal, Cannabis Law, DUI and Personal Injury
Nashville School of Law
I am Joseph Warren Fuson. I am a Husband, Father, Outdoorsman and Lawyer. I am an experienced trial lawyer who spends a large majority of my time in a courtroom defending people who have been charged with a crime, fighting to recover money for people who have been injured, or litigating in civil court on behalf of my individual client or for my small business clients.
My law partner Mark Freeman and I have owned and operated Freeman & Fuson for over 15 years. Mark is a civil trial specialist and heads up the civil litigation and appellate division of...
![Jonathan Turner]( "Jonathan Turner")
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Jonathan Turner
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationFranklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Family and White Collar Crime
University of Virginia
Jonathan Turner is a former Virginia prosecutor and an experienced trial, criminal defense, DUI, and family law attorney. He has successfully handled a wide range of cases from DUI, drug offenses, probation violations, serious felonies like murder, kidnapping, aggravated assault, thefts, misdemeanors, child support, child neglect, and child custody cases. As a criminal prosecutor, he tried thousands of criminal cases and was known as an aggressive trial attorney. In Tennessee, he has successfully defended clients from being convicted ranging from serious felonies like especially aggravated kidnapping to drug dealing, to all types of misdemeanors, to...
![John M. Milazo]( "John M. Milazo")
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John M. Milazo
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
(615) 599-7719
Milazo Law, P.C.
109 Cleburne Street
Franklin, TN 37064
Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Mississippi
John M. Milazo has been practicing primarily in the area of Divorce, Family Law and Criminal Defense since July of 1999. If you are going through a Divorce, Child Custody or Post Divorce modification; or if you have been charged with a crime John Milazo and his staff can help you through the legal process. Both Contested and Uncontested Divorces are handled professionally and with personal care and attention to detail. Aggressive and Passionate legal representation can be expected from this firm.
![Henry Ambrose]( "Henry Ambrose")
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Henry Ambrose
10.0 (4 Peer Reviews)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfFranklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
Criminal, Arbitration & Mediation, Construction and DUI
Nashville School of Law
Henry Ambrose zealously represents clients in all Middle Tennessee courts. Having begun his legal career in the Public Defender's office working daily in Circuit and General Sessions courts, Ambrose went on to continue working in the legal fields of criminal defense, consumer protection, construction, automotive sales disputes and automobile dealer finance areas.
Mr. Ambrose continues a practice of maintaining a schedule that allows for maximum attention to each client's particular needs so that each client receives his full involvement. Ambrose listens carefully to his clients to fully understand the details of each individual person's situation.
Henry Ambrose invests significant effort in...
![Michal Durakiewicz]( "Michal Durakiewicz")
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Michal Durakiewicz
9.7 
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Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfFranklin, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Emory University School of Law
Michal Durakiewicz has distinguished himself as a relentless advocate for the interests of his clients. He is familiar with courts throughout Tennessee, and represents clients in Criminal Defense, Divorce, DUI/DWI, Domestic Violence, Business, Education, Professional License Defense, and Family Law matters. With hundreds of hours of courtroom experience, he has established an impressive record of acquittals, dismissals, and reductions of criminal charges. Understanding that the secret to success in the legal field is being willing to outwork one’s opponent, Michal has achieved victories in the courtroom time and time again. No matter what your case involves, Michal is focused on...
![William J. Bell]( "William J. Bell")
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William J. Bell
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
University of Tennessee College of Law
![Michael Teague Fort]( "Michael Teague Fort")
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Michael Teague Fort
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
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Michael Fort provides aggressive and experienced representation in divorce, custody, alimony, criminal and personal injury cases. Prior to becoming an attorney, Michael Fort clerked for the 21st Judicial District's Circuit Court Judges Office. After graduating in the top ten percent of his law school class, Michael was invited to work as an associate attorney at the law firm of Schell, Binkley and Davies. After successfully litigating hundreds of cases, Michael Fort accepted a partnership at Schell and Davies.
![Nichole Dusche]( "Nichole Dusche")
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Nichole Dusche
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationFranklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 11 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
Nashville School of Law
Nichole Dusché is a former prosecutor and experienced trial lawyer representing clients throughout Middle Tennessee.
![William James Campbell Jr]( "William James Campbell Jr")
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William James Campbell Jr
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
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Southwestern Law School
William Campbell's experience as a litigator has placed him in a unique position to fight for his clients. After graduating from Southwestern University College of Law and passing the California State Bar Exam, William sought as much time in the courtroom as possible. The best place to do this was working for the Fresno County Public Defender and District Attorney's Office.
William's start as a criminal defense attorney with the Public Defenders Office was short-lived after securing an acquittal for his client in his first jury trial as a lawyer. It was soon after that acquittal that William found himself working...
![Michael Stuart Saylor]( "Michael Stuart Saylor")
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Michael Stuart Saylor
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Stuart Saylor provides effective representation in divorce, post-divorce, custody, child support, alimony, and all other types of family law cases. Aggressive when needed, and compassionate always, Mr. Saylor is there for his clients. Additionally, Mr. Saylor has extensive experience defending individuals accused of crimes. As a former prosecutor, Mr. Saylor knows how to use the law to your advantage.
Mr. Saylor is a Franklin native focused on providing quality legal services to the residents of his community and the surrounding areas. Following graduation from the University of Tennessee College of Law, Mr. Saylor joined the United States...
![Julia Elizabeth Stovall]( "Julia Elizabeth Stovall")
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Julia Elizabeth Stovall
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce and Personal Injury
Nashville School of Law
Julia E. Stovall has been serving Middle Tennessee with high-quality legal services since 1988. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, TN in 1981. In 1986, she earned her J.D. from Nashville School of Law in Nashville. Ms. Stovall is committed to delivering client-centered counsel. She gets to know each client personally to understand their case and their needs. From criminal defense and personal injury to divorce, Ms. Stovall is equipped to tackle any type of legal matter. Learn what her 25+ years of legal experience can do for you.
![Kristen Johnson]( "Kristen Johnson")
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Kristen Johnson
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, Appeals, Business and Construction
Belmont University College of Law
![Katy Haggard]( "Katy Haggard")
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Katy Haggard
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, Divorce, Family and Personal Injury
Belmont University College of Law
![John David Schwalb]( "John David Schwalb")
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John David Schwalb
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Employment
If you’re looking for distinction among attorneys in Franklin, TN, and surrounding areas, you’ll find it in John D. Schwalb, PLLC. Recognized as a Mid-South Super Lawyer by the Law and Politics Magazine, John D. Schwalb ranks among the top five percent of lawyers. His firm received and maintains an AV®-rating for providing exceptional legal services. After 30 years of experience in all aspects of the law, John D. Schwalb, PLLC, is qualified to supply superior legal knowledge and litigation skills to all in the Franklin, TN, area. We are prepared to assist you with family law cases, bullying...
![Richard Ashe House]( "Richard Ashe House")
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Richard Ashe House
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Criminal, Divorce, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
Nashville School of Law
It's all about the relationship with my clients — meeting their needs and helping to solve their problems.
Working with clients to navigate the ins-and-outs of their legal matters with confidence is where my 18+ years of courtroom and practice experience come into play.
My goal is to empower you to take full control of your case — before the legal system does.
My practice areas are limited to criminal defense, divorce and family law, personal injury, social security disability, and worker's compensation. I also limit the number of clients I work with at any given time, so that I can dedicate my...
![Dana Ausbrooks]( "Dana Ausbrooks")
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Dana Ausbrooks
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
(615) 591-9111
The Factory at Franklin, Building 14
230 Franklin Road
Franklin, TN 37064
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
![Adrian H. Altshuler]( "Adrian H. Altshuler")
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Adrian H. Altshuler
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
![Matthew Jared Crigger]( "Matthew Jared Crigger")
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Matthew Jared Crigger
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
![James David Petersen]( "James David Petersen")
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James David Petersen
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, DUI and Estate Planning
![Sharon Mesmer]( "Sharon Mesmer")
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Sharon Mesmer
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, Education and Juvenile
![Anahi Fancher]( "Anahi Fancher")
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Anahi Fancher
10.0 (2 Peer Reviews)
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfBrentwood, TN Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal and Immigration
Nashville School of Law
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Anahi Fancher works primarily in the areas of immigration law and personal injury. Mrs. Fancher graduated from the Nashville School of Law with her Juris Doctor degree and is licensed to practice law in the State of Tennessee. Mrs. Fancher received her Master's degree in Business Administration with all elective course work in Marketing and Marketing Research from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville and she also earned her bachelor's degree in Business Administration with emphasis in Marketing from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. Mrs. Fancher decided to become a lawyer to help others and fight against injustice.
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![Mitchell R. Miller]( "Mitchell R. Miller")
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Mitchell R. Miller
Brentwood, TN Criminal Law Lawyer
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Wake Forest University School of Law
At the Law Office of Mitchell R. Miller, we value genuine relationships with our clients. Our aim is to explain complex legal matters in a way that is easy to comprehend, and we strive to assist our clients in every situation. We treat our clients with respect, taking the time to ensure that they fully comprehend the process they are going through.
When it comes to making significant life-altering decisions, you deserve an attorney who will actively listen to your concerns, examine the facts thoroughly, and provide the best solution for you and your future. We have been advocating for our...
![Lonnie R Hoover]( "Lonnie R Hoover")
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Lonnie R Hoover
Franklin, TN Criminal Law Attorney
204 4th Ave. South
Franklin, TN 37064
Criminal
![Parrish B. Stanton]( "Parrish B. Stanton")
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Parrish B. Stanton
Brentwood, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, Divorce, Estate Planning and Family
![Lawrence James Arnkoff]( "Lawrence James Arnkoff")
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Lawrence James Arnkoff
Brentwood, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 51 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
University of Miami
![John Palmer Webb]( "John Palmer Webb")
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John Palmer Webb
Brentwood, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Criminal and DUI
Samford University
![E. Ashley Bellamy-Freiburg]( "E. Ashley Bellamy-Freiburg")
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E. Ashley Bellamy-Freiburg
Brentwood, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
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University of Louisville
![Matt Maniatis]( "Matt Maniatis")
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Matt Maniatis
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Offers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Immigration
Loyola University New Orleans College of Law
Matt Maniatis is a licensed attorney in Nashville, Tennessee and owner of Maniatis Law PLLC assisting the community in the areas of immigration and naturalization, DUI, and criminal defense. Matt attended the International School of Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, receiving his diploma in 2004. Matt graduated in 2008 from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Criminology. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2011 from the Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, with a certificate in international legal studies.
Matt has represented hundreds of clients in Tennessee state courts and in immigration courts across the...
![Cynthia A. Sherwood]( "Cynthia A. Sherwood")
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Cynthia A. Sherwood
Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
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Vanderbilt University Law School
Cynthia Sherwood is one if the most experienced Criminal Defense attorneys in Nashville, TN. She has been practicing in Nashville since graduating from Vanderbilt Law School over 20 years ago.
When asked why she practices criminal defense, Ms Sherwood replied: "I feel a deep satisfaction from freeing my clients, both in the literal sense and figuratively from the mental burden of a criminal charge. I feel empathy for every client, and I cannot stand to lose."
That combination of empathy and competitiveness has proven to be quite powerful.
Her defense strategies have evolved to embody much more than the "normal"...
![Brent Horst]( "Brent Horst")
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Brent Horst
Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 38 years of experience
Criminal
University of Toledo
Brent Horst is a criminal defense attorney serving clients throughout Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, and Memphis Tennessee. For more than 25 years, Brent has dedicated his legal career to defending the rights of those who have been falsely charged with crimes by the government. Common cases Brent takes on involve sex offenses, domestic violence, DUI/DWI, drug crimes, white collar crimes, probation violations, and more. Today, Brent is known as a well-respected attorney among both his fellow peers and his clients as he fully commits to helping individuals defeat their charges or receive lesser sentences. If you are in need of a...
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Jay Moreland
Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer
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Nashville School of Law
All I do is criminal defense law and all I focus on are protecting my clients and getting them the best results. You deserve to be represented by someone who will be tenacious in your defense, that has integrity towards you and the Courts, and has the demeanor and command that comes with experience in the courtroom. That's what I provide my clients and that's what I work to cultivate in the courtroom everyday.
Put my skills and knowledge to work for you and let's protect your freedom and future and your good name.
![J. Caleb Cassell]( "J. Caleb Cassell")
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J. Caleb Cassell
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer
Criminal, Cannabis Law, DUI and White Collar Crime
Belmont University College of Law
J. Caleb Cassell is licensed to practice law in the State of Tennessee, has been admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court of Middle Tennessee. He is a member of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and serves as an Attorney Mentor in the Belmont University College of Law American Inns of Court.
A native of Tennessee, Caleb is a graduate of Belmont University College of Law. While attending law school, Caleb was a member of the Board of Advocates - Mock Trial Team, was a charter board member and served as the Executive Editor of Notes of the...
![Grover Christopher Collins]( "Grover Christopher Collins")
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Grover Christopher Collins
Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
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University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
Grover Christopher Collins is a builder. Whether it’s businesses, cases, relationships, or dreams, Grover always builds something sustainable – even if he only has a few pieces to work with at the beginning.
Take Collins Legal itself. Grover started Collins Legal in 2013 with a mission: to provide solutions to build a better tomorrow. Always keeping this mission at the center of his practice, Grover’s attorney experience has been punctuated by fostering robust relationships with clients. By fundamentally basing the firm’s foundation on individual clients and their needs, Grover has ensured the success of both client and firm.
Grover primarily focuses on...
![David G. Ridings]( "David G. Ridings")
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David G. Ridings
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfNashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Nashville School of Law
David G. Ridings, Nashville DUI Attorney
Former Metro Nashville Police Officer David Ridings is simply Nashville's BEST choice for your DUI Defense.
While his practice is 100% Criminal Defense, most of that is DUI defense. And rightfully so. Nashville DUI Attorney David Ridings has experience like no other Criminal Defense Lawyer around. He has experience on every side of the criminal justice system. (i.e. Police, Prosecution, Drug Enforcement, Probation and Parole, and now... Defense). He has a long history of service in law enforcement. He has served as a police officer for over 10 years at,...
![Don Himmelberg]( "Don Himmelberg")
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Don Himmelberg
Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney with 32 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Nashville School of Law
Don Himmelberg is a criminal defense attorney in Nashville, TN.
Don graduated Middle Tennessee State University before moving on to pursue his J.D. at the Nashville School of Law in 1985. While in law school, Don was employed in the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office; he also gained experience as the Law Clerk for Circuit Criminal Court. Upon admittance to the Bar, Don served as an Assistant District Attorney, responsible for prosecuting both misdemeanors and felonies.
After several years as a prosecutor, Don made the decision to enter private practice with his partners, Jim Higgins and Rick Piliponis. Together, the three attorneys opened...
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J Alex Little
Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Criminal, DUI and White Collar Crime
Georgetown University Law Center
Alex Little is a top-rated attorney practicing in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Providing legal representation in Tennessee for a variety of different issues, Alex Little was selected to Super Lawyers for 2019 - 2024. He is admitted to practice before the courts in Tennessee.
After completing undergraduate studies, Alex Little attended law school. Alex Little was enrolled at Georgetown University Law Center. He earned a juris doctor degree in 2006. Alex Little was admitted to the practice of law in 2006.
Attorneys like Alex Little are recognized by their peers for their outstanding work and commitment to the spirit of the legal...
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Amanda J. Gentry
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Nashville, TN Criminal Law Lawyer with 11 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Nashville School of Law
Dedicated, Aggressive, Compassionate Attorney fighting for your rights.
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Rodger Dale Waynick
Nashville, TN Criminal Law Attorney
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Nashville School of Law
I understand what my clients are going through. After many years with a successful career as an engineering consultant, I found myself having to hire an attorney. Not only was being arrested a nightmare, but putting my future (and my family's future) in the hands of a stranger was very frightening. It got worse. The attorney I hired only wanted to get paid. He did little to fight for me and left me in the dark about the court process. It was my own work and my own fighting that allowed me to get cleared of all charges.
I understand...
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