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Nashville Criminal Defense Attorneys

Many attorneys may offer to “fight for you,” but unless your battle is fought wisely and well, mere zeal will not help you. At May McKinney, our Nashville criminal defense lawyers are not only passionate about protecting your rights, but we pursue this goal with intelligence and strategy. Our holistic approach uncovers the root cause of our clients’ legal problems and allows us to seek better results to protect their futures.

An arrest or criminal investigation can jeopardize your career, your personal relationships, and your freedom. For focused representation, consider May McKinney. Our Nashville criminal attorneys will stay on your case until it is resolved.

With almost 80 years of collective legal experience, our Nashville criminal defense lawyers are known for their drive and skill both inside and outside of the courtroom. We don’t simply march a client in front of a judge to plead guilty for a lesser sentence – we carefully consider the facts to determine how to secure the most advantageous outcome. If this means going to trial, we are ready.

May McKinney stands up for the rights of those accused of DUI, sex crimes, drug offenses, domestic violence, theft, violent crimes, weapon offenses, and all other misdemeanor and felony offenses in the Nashville area and throughout Tennessee. When your future is on the line, our Nashville criminal attorneys are standing by to defend your interests with vigor and care.

Contact our Nashville criminal defense attorneys today at (615) 265-6383 to schedule your confidential strategy session.

May McKinney Is The Team You Need

Have you been arrested? Do you think your case is hopeless? Put our firm on your side and we will fight for you.

The May McKinney Team

Nearly 80 Years of Combined Experience Dedicated to Your Case
Seeking Positive Outcomes for the Accused

"I care about my clients, and I enjoy helping them. They are good people who are going through difficult times. Some are falsely accused. Others may have made a bad decision, like failing to call a cab after a party. I guide them through a legal process that can be frightening, confusing and full of snares for the unwary. I help put their lives back on track." - Attorney Rob McKinney

Our Unique Approach to Criminal Defense

Paired with Years of Experience & an Aggressive Defense in Nashville, TN

May McKinney is not like most criminal defense firms. Our Nashville criminal defense attorneys take a different approach, one that focuses on addressing our clients as people, not case numbers. We work hard to put ourselves in our clients’ shoes, looking at each case from their perspective to fully understand how the outcome will affect their lives. Working as a team, our Nashville criminal defense lawyers use every resource to minimize the damage and promote a favorable result.

We meet our clients during the most challenging times of their lives. Using our breadth of experience and determination, we do what it takes to set things right. We advise, guide, and protect our clients, because we know that a brighter future lies ahead.

Take this opportunity to find out what our team can do to help you. Even if your case seems hopeless, there are openings that only a seasoned attorney may see. There are ways to facilitate a positive conclusion through the full protection of your constitutional rights.

Whether we are exposing search and seizure violations or utilizing expert witnesses to convey your side of the story, when you work with May McKinney, you can rest assured that our Nashville criminal defense attorneys will take every step necessary to resolve your case in the most advantageous way possible.

Call (615) 265-6383 or contact us online to find out what our Nashville criminal defense lawyers can do to help you during this difficult time

Our Holistic Approach We Don't Just Handle Cases, We Fight to Ensure Our Clients' Futures.

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Our Clients Say It Best

Read Our Client Testimonials

At May McKinney, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

    ""Do yourself a favor, make Rob your flavor.""
    I was visiting friends in Nashville and sightseeing around the Titan stadium when about 8 officers drew their weapons on me from a good 100+ feet away, demanding that I freeze and put my hands in the air. My first response was to pull out my knife while i tried to gain focus on who and why this was happening. Is this a joke? Am i being robbed possibly? That was the thoughts racing through my mind. Apparently, someone had called and said someone with a backpack threatened to blow up the stadium, WOW! I understand these officers were doing their job but after they searched me and found I was innocent they still charged me with two counts of aggravated assault on a police officer and a few others for good measure. My lawyer Rob Mckinney knew i was being honest and meant no one harm, but I was really scared that it may turn out very differently due to the circumstances. He not only got my charges dismissed but my record expunged as well. I'm forever grateful and would recommend this legal team for anyone in need of a most stellar lawyer. Thanks again Rob and the rest of the team.
    - Eric A
    ""Do yourself a favor, make Rob your flavor.""
    I was visiting friends in Nashville and sightseeing around the Titan stadium when about 8 officers drew their weapons on me from a good 100+ feet ...
    - Eric A
    "Maestro of the room"
    Rob is extremely intelligent and makes you feel comfortable at the same time considering your situation His staff is prompt knowledgeable and very kind Would recommend to anyone And would believe if they can not assist that they would lead you in the correct way It has been a pleasure These guys are worth every penny Thank you again
    - John
    "Maestro of the room"
    Rob is extremely intelligent and makes you feel comfortable at the same time considering your situation His staff is prompt knowledgeable and very ...
    - John
    "Do not give up hope"
    Words cannot express my gratitude and appreciation to Rob McKinney and his entire law firm. This was my first experience with needing legal representation. After speaking with other attorneys, I was told that there was not much they could be do for me. I was fully aware that the odds were stacked against me and I was losing hope. Mr. McKinney told me that he would fight for me and that is exactly what he did. I could not have asked for a better outcome. I highly recommend this firm
    - Anonymous
    "Do not give up hope"
    Words cannot express my gratitude and appreciation to Rob McKinney and his entire law firm. This was my first experience with needing legal ...
    - Anonymous
    "You Made a Difficult Situation Endurable"

    Thank you so very much for all you have done and are still doing. Thank you for being such a great attorney in our time of need. You made a difficult situation endurable.

    - L.M.
    "You Made a Difficult Situation Endurable"
    Thank you so very much for all you have done and are still doing. Thank you for being such a great attorney in our time of need. You made a difficult ...
    - L.M.
    "He Changed My Life"
    He is the type of attorney who listens to your problem instead of not caring about what is going on just to get your money
    - Brianna
    "He Changed My Life"
    He is the type of attorney who listens to your problem instead of not caring about what is going on just to get your money
    - Brianna
    "Rob McKinney in an amazing attorney he will always be my first choice!"
    I seriously can’t give this guy enough credit! I’ve made a few bad choices in my lifetime before I got it together and I’ve had rob mckinney represent me for most of it. No doubt at all that he’s the best man for the job. He’s got me the best possible outcome and always went above and beyond for me every step of the way. Rob is such a genuine person and truly cares! If you’re looking for a great lawyer look no further mr. McKinney is your guy!
    - Josh woods
    "Rob McKinney in an amazing attorney he will always be my first choice!"
    I seriously can’t give this guy enough credit! I’ve made a few bad choices in my lifetime before I got it together and I’ve had rob mckinney represent ...
    - Josh woods
    "Mr. McKinney is listed with Super Layers for a reason!"
    In the darkest and most ashamed moment of my life, Mr. McKinney with all of his kindness, encouragement, and unsurpassed knowledge for the Tennessee law was by my side. I am nearly 60 years old and never had a conflict in my life, let alone one that involved an uncontrollable emotional reaction, that resulted in a physical altercation. Yet under the influence of prescribed drugs for insomnia, anxiety management, and alcohol, I made a grave mistake which resulted in Class C Aggravated Assault Felony Charge. To complicate matters, I am not a resident of Tennessee. It goes without saying that Mr. McKinney has earned the utmost respect as a top tier lawyer from the Tennessee court system. He was able to professionally articulate my case to the court, emphasizing that I risk losing employment, showed that I voluntarily turned myself in, and that I was a first-time offender. The court listened to him and as a result he was able to negotiate terms that far exceeded my expectations. I spent a lot of time between my arrest and court appearance researching the standard outcomes for an aggravated assault charge in the State of Tennessee, and based on what I read, I expected the worst judgement to be passed down. Mr. McKinney however worked with the court system to not impose jailtime and an opportunity to have the charges expunged from my record. I know that I will forever be ashamed and grieve over the event, but he was able to provide me with the opportunity to work the rest of my life making this right to the victim, my family, and others that were emotionally impacted. Mr. McKinney is worth his weight in gold. He knows the law. He is respected. He is highly skilled as a lawyer. He is the very best. I only wish I met and got to know of him under better circumstances.
    - SB
    "Mr. McKinney is listed with Super Layers for a reason!"
    In the darkest and most ashamed moment of my life, Mr. McKinney with all of his kindness, encouragement, and unsurpassed knowledge for the Tennessee ...
    - SB
    ""Best Lawyer In the world will not quit .""
    Best lawyer have known will not quit will fight all the way!
    - Marvin Johnson
    ""Best Lawyer In the world will not quit .""
    Best lawyer have known will not quit will fight all the way!
    - Marvin Johnson

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Why Choose May McKinney?

A Firm Committed to You, Your Case & Your Future
  • Nearly 80 Years of Combined Experience
    Our accomplished attorneys bring almost eight decades of combined criminal defense experience.
  • Educated In Our Field
    Our team believes in ongoing training in the criminal defense field. Our attorneys are educated in the latest forensic science technology and Attorney Riddle is Trauma Certified.
  • A Team Approach
    Our attorneys work each case as a unit, which is extremely beneficial to our clients. No matter the case size, it's integral to get the experience and knowledge of a team.
  • An Aggressive Defense
    When you choose May McKinney, you are choosing a team that will fight tooth and nail for your rights, your freedom, and your future.
  • "AV Preeminent" by Martindale Hubble
  • Super Lawyers
  • The Best Lawyers In America
  • Best 101 Lawyers in Tennessee by Nashville Business Journal
  • Nashville's Top Lawyers by The Tennessean
  • Nashville Bar Association
  • Nashville Bar Foundation
  • Tennessee Bar Association