Nashville Murder Lawyers
Put a Strong Advocate on Your Side
Murder is the ultimate crime. Conviction on a capital murder charge can result in the ultimate punishment: death. Who will you trust with the responsibility of defending you if your life hangs in the balance?
People in Nashville and throughout Tennessee trust the veteran criminal defense lawyers at May McKinney to defend them against murder charges. We have achieved positive results for clients facing murder and other related charges, such as second-degree murder and vehicular homicide. Over the years, we have had many people contact our offices for help during the most difficult times of their lives. We have fought for them and secured advantageous outcomes to protect their futures.
For more information and to discuss your case, call (615) 265-6383. Our Nashville murder defense attorneys are standing by to help.
Examining All Options to Defend Your Rights
When you come to May McKinney for legal representation in the face of murder charges, our Nashville murder defense lawyers will examine all the options in defending your case. Some of them include:
- Identification Issues: We may dispute the evidence by which the police have linked you to the crime. Eyewitness accounts may be unreliable. Video surveillance or other evidence may have been obtained in violation of your rights. You may have an alibi. All evidence will be carefully scrutinized.
- Tool Mark Analysis: Also known as ballistics, this method for matching a cartridge to the gun it was ejected from is far from perfect. We work with respected experts who can explain why the results of this analysis are not credible.
- Overcharging: Prosecutors may charge suspects with first-degree murder when the facts do not support it. We are frequently successful in getting first-degree murder charges reduced to lesser crimes that are not punishable by the death penalty such as second-degree murder or manslaughter.
- Self-Defense or Defense of Others: If you were acting in defense of yourself or others, you should not face murder charges. We will consider whether this strategy applies in your case.
Experienced Defense for Murder Charges
Being accused of murder is a serious and frightening situation, but you don't have to face it alone. Our team of Nashville murder lawyers at May & McKinney, PLLC has extensive experience in defending clients against murder charges in Nashville, Mount Juliet, Franklin, Brentwood, and throughout Tennessee. We understand the complexities of murder cases and are committed to providing a strong and strategic defense to protect your rights.
When facing murder charges, it's crucial to have a knowledgeable and skilled legal team on your side. Our attorneys will thoroughly examine all options to build a solid defense tailored to your unique case. We will work tirelessly to challenge the prosecution's case and strive for the best possible outcome for you.
Don't wait to seek legal representation for murder charges. Contact May & McKinney, PLLC today for a confidential consultation to discuss your case and learn how we can help defend your rights.
Challenging Murder Charges in Nashville, Mount Juliet, Franklin & Brentwood, Tennessee
Most murder charges involve crimes of passion or drug-related situations. All cases demand the effective defense of the accused. With almost 80 years of collective experience and a practice devoted exclusively to criminal defense, May McKinney can provide the level of counsel you need.
Contact our Nashville murder defense lawyers today at (615) 265-6383.
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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"You Were There For Us"You are more to us than just a lawyer.- J.B.
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"Rob McKinney did an exceptional job! 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!"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 Client
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"Best Case Scenario"If you’re looking for a firm who knows how to handle a DUI/DWI case, give Shyanne a call.- Satisfied Client
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"Forever Grateful"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.
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"Best defense lawyer in the middle Tennessee area"So I was charged with schedule 2 simple poss and paraphernalia. His excellence got it dropped to a simple paraphernalia charge with unsupervised probation! It was a mandatory 30 days in jail to basically nothing but fines. Well worth every penny. If you need a lawyer call this guy immediately. He'll do everything he can with a smile to give you the best results possible. Thank God for Rob Mckinney!!!- Daniel Himes
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"If your looking for a great lawyer, stop looking & hire these guys!"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 F
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"We Owe You"We owe you so much for helping us and our son. We appreciate your legal expertise and support you gave our son this April.- Melissa & Alan
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"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
