

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

Cases We Handle
Exclusively Dedicated to Criminal Defense

"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


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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.
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Rob McKinney did an exceptional job! I was extremely worried about my case. Not only did he get the best outcome possible for my case, he had skilled knowledge to answer all my questions about my nursing license along the way. I would recommend him to all of my closest friends and family. Karen and the entire staff are extremely helpful and I always felt that I was a priority. Thank you Mr. McKinney for helping to keep my future bright! I am so very thankful to you!- Very Satisfied ClientRob McKinney did an exceptional job! I was extremely worried about my case. Not only did he get the best outcome possible for my case, he had skilled ...- Very Satisfied Client
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I appreciate absolutely everything that you and your team have done for me. I could not have made a better decision than to have your representation during this horrific time in my life. Along the way, I feel like I was educated about the process and felt at ease with every step. The due diligence that was done on your behalf was top tier and goes without saying, simply awesome! The only regret I have is not coming to your first. You have my full support of referrals to anyone I hear that needs a great defense team in their corner, because I sure did! Again, Thank you!
- AnonymousI appreciate absolutely everything that you and your team have done for me. I could not have made a better decision than to have your representation ...- Anonymous -
I want to personally thank Mr. Rob and Ms. Shyanne for everything they have done for me that took me to the resolution of being able to go on with my life. I’m forever blessed to have met them and had them in my life at a very rough time. Thank you.- K.I want to personally thank Mr. Rob and Ms. Shyanne for everything they have done for me that took me to the resolution of being able to go on with my ...- K.
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When I got I hemmed up in Gallatin and caught two charges, I was told I was facing 180 days plus an extra 180-365 days serving time. I told my folks I was tired of taking chances with amateurs when It came to a legal defense lawyer. I initially called Frank Lannom's office, but they regrettably informed they did not practice in Sumner but they knew who did that was just as good and experienced. They gaveme the number to Mr. McKinneys office here. I called them up and Ms Savannah Edmonds met with me that day on a zoom meeting. I gave a very professional summarization of my charges , sentance they carried, as well as the exact figure they would charge. She even called me back to correct herself on something she said wrong. I thought that was exceptionally professional. Needless to say I knew May and McKinney were the lawyers I want defending me. It's easy to make back money. You can't get your time back. Anyway today was the first day of court with my Lawyer. And my first offer was "both charges dismissed" . Now you can't get much better than that. If you want to save money, take the amateurs and risk loosing your life, your name, your integrity or hire the professionals of May and McKinney and get results. Remember "you get what ya pay for" and with May and Mckinney it's well worth every penny !- Robert F.When I got I hemmed up in Gallatin and caught two charges, I was told I was facing 180 days plus an extra 180-365 days serving time. I told my folks I ...- Robert F.
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I can’t thank Rob Mckinney enough for all of his help with my case . I had never been in trouble before, & was very leery on paying for a lawyer, but from the moment I hired them, until my case was over, I never regretted my decision to have them represent me. Both Rob & Shyanne took every one of my phone calls, & answered every question that I ever could possibly come up. I was an emotional mess from the get go, and probably asked 1000 more questions than necessary, but they took the time to go through absolutely everything with me, and never made me feel like I was wasting their time or that I was inferior to them. Their knowledge, wisdom and guidance was so comforting & helped me with the stress of the legal process. My case took 2 years & 13 court appearances, so it was not an easy journey, but they made me feel at ease the entire time, & in the end, the charges were dropped. Thank you ! - Lisa F (aka super satisfied client)- Lisa FI can’t thank Rob Mckinney enough for all of his help with my case . I had never been in trouble before, & was very leery on paying for a lawyer, but ...- Lisa F
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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 AI 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
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I just wanted to say thank you for everything you have been doing for me. It's comforting to know I've got you on my side. You're the BEST!!
P.S. — I really can't thank you enough.
- R.I just wanted to say thank you for everything you have been doing for me. It's comforting to know I've got you on my side. You're the BEST!! P.S. — I ...- R. -
On more than one occasion, you treated me like kin. It meant more than you both will ever know.- Satisfied ClientOn more than one occasion, you treated me like kin. It meant more than you both will ever know.- Satisfied Client
