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5.0 /5.0
264 Client Reviews
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Jonathan Turner is a graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law and a former Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney (Prosecutor) in Virginia. He is committed to fighting for the rights of his clients so that they can get the best possible result for their cases.
He has tried thousands of Virginia criminal cases and has appeared in Davidson, Williamson, Hickman, Rutherford, Lewis, Maury, Marshall, Robertson, Wilson, Perry, Lincoln, Giles, and Sumner Counties as a criminal defense attorney.
Jonathan has successfully handled DUI's, serious felonies and misdemeanor criminal cases as a Tennessee defense attorney. He has obtained dismissals for DUI's, especially aggravated kidnapping, burglary, drug dealing, prescription fraud, drug possession, thefts, weapon offenses, probation violations, domestic violence, felonies, and other misdemeanors.
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State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
1284 West Main Street, Suite 104, Franklin, TN, 37064
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6339 Charlotte Pike #601, Nashville, TN, 37209
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Showing 1 - 5 of 19 reviews | Expungement
Posted by George | November 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Recruiter
Did a great job and got my charges expunged. Got me in and out pretty quickly. Would work with Johnathan again.
Posted by anonymous | June 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Attorney
If anyone is looking for a great knowledgeable criminal attorney, then Jonathan is who you want to see! We was so hesitant in the beginning being from out of town and not knowing him, well his reviews were revealing! The questioning to our answers through texting and emailing were answered very respo...
Posted by James | April 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Mr. Turner saved my future!
I faced five charges, one felony and 4 misdemeanors. The felony charge, vehicular assault was a serious charge that carried possible significant jail time. He worked with the DA to get them to reduce it down to only two misdemeanors. Simple possession, fine only. DUI 1st offense. Everything but the D...
Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Strong, Ethical, Professional, Proficient Attorney
We hired Mr. Turner for a criminal case in which our son was accused of crimes he didn’t commit with a female. Mr. Turner gave great, realistic advise and was able to guide us in the right directions. The female came forward and spoke the truth…Mr. Turner swiftly took the steps necessary to have the ...
Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Communicative, effective, and professional!
I called Mr. Turner for info on a DUI after I’d contacted numerous other attorneys. He was the only one that returned my call and followed up with me afterwards. I’d never been in trouble and didn’t know what to expect. I was a wreck. Mr. Turner was honest about the process and possible outcomes but ...
"Jonathan is an excellent attorney. He is dedicated to his clients and achieves excellent results day in and out. He is a seasoned trial attorney that I endorse without reservation."
"Without hesitation, I endorse Jonathan. I've tried cases with him and observed him in court. He simply just wins. Jonathan is compassionate with his clients and tenacious in fighting for their rights. If you're in a bind, call Jonathan."
"Jonathan is a very professional and experienced lawyer. His experience allows him to advocate very effectively for his clients. Definitely recommend."
"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. Jonathan's experience as a former prosecutor makes him an excellent defense attorney. He cares about his clients and he isn't afraid to fight for them!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is a tenacious lawyer who passionately pursues his clients interests. His intellectual approach and ability to switch gears on the fly gives him the tools for him to excel in the defense of his clients"
"Jonathan is an aggressive criminal defense attorney who gets the best possible results for his clients. He is an ex-prosecutor whose extensive trial experience is now used to vigorously defend his clients. He does not hesitate to write or argue in his client's defense in the same manner. I have seen him in the courtroom on a number of occasions and in every case his client is receiving excellent representation."
"Mr. Turner's fearless advocacy exceeds all expectations. His experience and knowledge of the law shows whether it is a proceeding that takes much preparation or one that is necessarily spontaneous. He gets respect from all parties in the courtroom helping his clients all the way."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Turner has very extensive experience in both prosecuting and defending criminal cases. His skill and knowledge extends to all aspects of criminal cases from arraignment to trial."
"I endorse this lawyer. He does a LOT of criminal defense work, especially in Williamson County. He is very familiar with the process and definitely isn't afraid to take your case to trial!"
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2025
Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America
2024
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2023
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2022
Top 100 Dui Defense Attorney, National Association of Attorney Advocates
2022
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2021
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2019
Criminal Defense, Elite Lawyers of America
2018
Top 10 Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
Top 10, NACDA
2018
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation Selection, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Elite Lawyer Award, Elite Lawyers of America
2018
Best DUI Lawyers in Nashvile, Expertise
2018
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network
2017
Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2017
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2017
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Best DUI Lawyers in Nashville, Expertise
1989
Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Beta Kappa
1989
Beta Gamma Sigma, Beta Gamma Sigma
1989
President's Scholarship, U. of South Carolina
2011 - Present
Owner and Lead Attorney, Jonathan Turner, Attorney
1997 - 1999
Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney, Halifax County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office
1994 - 1997
Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney, Halifax County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office
2018 - Present
National Trial Lawyers Association
1993 - Present
Virginia State Bar
2013 - 2017
Tennessee Bar Association
Reversed and remanded for a new trial
Dismissed all counts
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
2017
English
Legal Answers
Can I be placed on unsupervised probation after paying all court costs and fines in full?
22 Jan 2016
Do law enforcement need a warrant to obtain phone data records? and if so what is the procedures for obtaining such
29 Mar 2015
I am getting a vop for getting a domestic assault that i am going to fight. since im fighting it can i get a r.o.r bond?
14 Mar 2015