John Murphy Milazo

John Murphy Milazo

3.3
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Franklin, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Domestic Violence

109 Cleburne Street, Franklin, TN

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

Criminal Defense is a large part of the practice. With more than 12 years of experience in this area of the law, John Milazo will take the time necessary to evaluate the unique circumstances of your criminal matter and tailor the defensive strategy to best fit your particular needs. Utilizing experts such as psychologists and pathologists as well as Drug and Alcohol Specialists when necessary substantially increases your likelihood of success. See www.milazolaw.com for more information.

25 years | 500 cases

30%
Divorce and Separation 30%

Whether your are dealing with a contested high asset divorce or a simple estate of parties who are experiencing irreconcilable differences, you need an experienced divorce attorney like John M. Milazo who with more than 12 years of experience can lead you and your family through the process and help you meet your unique needs. Aggressive when called upon to be so as well as compassionate when necessary, John M. Milazo is prepared to help you through the Divorce transition. See www.milazolaw.com

25 years | 300 cases

30%
Child Custody 20%

More than 12 years of experience in helping parents obtain and keep custody of their children. Drawing from this experience, John Milazo is able to help families identify the obstacles complicating their relationships and can then craft a strategy that will correct any obstacle which may be avoided and define the relief to be sought from the Judge that will allow each parent to have only the parental rights and responsibilities as would best suit the interests of the children concerned.

25 years | 200 cases

20%
Domestic Violence 20%

Domestic Violence is a growing problem in our society and across the world. Victims of Domestic Violence range from educated upper class families to the poorest of immigrants and urban residents. Domestic violence is no more limited by socioeconomic status than it is by age, race religion or highest level of education achieved. Domestic Violence should not be tolerated. Intervention can be helpful in some situations, but victims must get the help they need. See www.milazolaw.com for more.

25 years | 250 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 26 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Milazo Law, P.C.

109 Cleburne Street, Franklin, TN, 37064

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John Murphy Milazo's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.3 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

If you have money to waste and your case is easy, hire him.

I want to start by saying Mr. Milazo is a great conversationalist. He was easy to speak with and encouraging when I felt rather distraught over my situation. However, Mr. Milazo was just that, "all talk." He charged for services never rendered and continued to drive my bill up until I finally dis...miss him. I eventually hired another attorney that did a fantastic job. Sadly, Mr. Milazo is, like most, a small fish in a large pond trying to make a name for himself. If he does not show you results early on in your case, move on to someone that can genuinely help you.

Posted by Mary | December 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Gets the job done!

John is a great attorney. He gets the job done and gets you the best possible outcome. I would highly recommend him to my friends and family.

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2015

No privacy..

I was in a crisis and trying to get a restraining order against my boyfriend and he agreed to meet with me at the spur of the moment the same day, which was much appreciated. But first thing i noticed walking in was that he had his assistant and then one other girl just lingering around the door lis...tening to everything i had to say about my very private and high profile case. I didnt appreciate extra ears being in the room doing nothing but wanting to hear all the details of my horrible situation for her own curiosity. I was very distraught and didnt have the mind to tell this chick to get lost. Secondly, as i started to talk about obtaining palimony, this lawyer starts letting out sarcastic "ha's" and then saying, "i hate to break it to you but there is no law that will give you palimony." I already know this, but palimony IS recognized in the courts of california even though it is not a law there either. I was trying to ask him if it was recognized in court system here in TN, but he kept repetitively saying the same thing as though I was "missinformed." He obviously didn't understand what I was asking and kept on with his know-it-all, "youve been missinformed" and "somebodys been pullin your leg" attitude when he is completely ignorant to the way CA courts work. I was only asking if the system is the same in TN; I wasn't trying to have a debate about "the law." Then, he starts urging me to go to a battered womens shelter where they will "help me." I was upset, i wasnt beat up so wtf? The only help i wanted was a preventative restraining order and turned out That since I didnt have a black eye, my story of past abuse wasnt really enough to warrent a restraining order. I was insulted when he kept pushing the womens shelter pamphlet to me saying i should probably go there. For what? Thats not what i came to his office for. I have money, why would i go to a womems shelter and sleep on a cott when I can get a hotel room? Anyways thats my opinion. The extra ears in the room was very unprofessional, not to mention that they all three stepped out of the doorway to proceed to loudly wisper as though i cant here what they are saying. Idiots. This is a private matter Milazo, extra ears should not be in the room. If you have something to say u say it in front of me. You dont take the details of my case and proceed to gossip in the doorway. I really feel like I should not have gone there and should have made them sign a privacy contract before telling them my case. All felt very elementary and gossipy... Which my case was very juicy i admit, but i wish i didnt tell these people anything.

Posted by Danielle | August 31, 2012

Excellent Attorney!

I had the unfortunate experience of having a child custody and support case in Williamson County. Mr. Milazo helped to make the process as painless as possible. I am happy to say that I had a favorable outcome in the court system thanks to my attorney. I can't imagine having gone through this proc...ess without the guidance, advice and compassion of Mr. Milazo and his staff. I wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Milazo and am so thankful for all he has done to help me and my family!

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John Murphy Milazo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kelli Haas

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with John on a couple matters. He is an excellent attorney who is always prepared, reasonable and fights hard for his clients. You can trust him to work hard for you."

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Lee Dryer

Family lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been involved in many different cases with John, and he gets results. He deals very fairly with his clients. He listens and represents them as if they were members of his own family. I could not give a higher recommendation than the one I give to John Milazo."

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Robert Gilligan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Ridings

Family lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Milazo is a very respected attorney in his field, and I endorse him without reservation."

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John O'Brien

Child custody lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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David Gold

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Clark

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked wioth Mr. MIlazo a couple of times and I have always found him to be a zealous advocate for his clients. I am happy to endorese Mr. Milazo."

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Shane McNeill

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great attorney with lots of experience!"

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Karla Miller

Family lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John Milazo. John works hard for his clients and has a "no-nonsense" approach when advising them. He is very competent in the area of family law and is a highly skilled trial attorney. John has the experience that you need in order to make critical decisions for you and your family. John is a respected attorney in our legal community and I would not hesitate to refer clients to him."

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Howard Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Milazo is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."

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Misty Parks

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2011

Legal Achievement on behalf of the Victims of Domesic Violence, Willimson County Task Force Against Domestic Violence

2010

Paul Harris Fellow, Franklin Noon Rotary Club

Work Experience

1999 - Present

President, Milazo Law, P. C.

Associations

2006 - Present

Franklin Noon Rotary Club

Member

1999 - Present

Williamson County Bar Association

Member

Education

1998

University of Mississippi School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of Mississippi

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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