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also known as Jeff Cherry, Jeff Cherry
Mr. Cherry handles criminal cases throughout the counties of middle Tennessee. He regularly handles driving under the influence cases and enjoys great success in representing clients with driving offenses. He successfully defends those charged with sexual offenses and is currently abreast of the rules and regulations of the Tennessee Sex Offender Registry.
Mr. Cherry regularly represents those that have been convicted of criminal offenses before the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals. In 2012, he was successful in reversing a criminal conviction and a twenty-four year sentence at the Court of Criminal Appeals. Permission to Appeal was not requested by the State.
Mr. Cherry also handles complex personal injury matters involving all manner of injury. In 2009, he negotiated a $1,000, settlement in a personal injury wrongful death case in Wilson County, Tennessee. In that same year, he also negotiated a $600, settlement of a middle Tennessee personal injury matter. In 2011, he negotiated the lump sum settlement of over $150,000 in a workers’ compensation case in Wilson County and in 2012 he negotiated a lump sum settlement of over $200,000 in a workers’ compensation case. He regularly works to ensure that his personal injury clients receive the maximum benefit under the law.
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State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2001
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71 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Before I hired Mr. Cherry, I was scared and racked with guilt.
Before I hired Mr. Cherry, I was scared and racked with guilt. However, Mr. Cherry soothed my fears and gave me confidence that I was innocent. Mr. Cherry was able to dismiss all charges from my DUI charge quickly and efficiently. He reviewed my file thoroughly, and gave ample counsel. I will forever...
Posted by Johnny | January 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly recommended
Mr Cherry was amazing from the beginning until the close of my case. He not only handled my case in a professional manner, he helped to relieve my stress alone the way. He was very upfront when I had concerns of my charges and the outcome they could bring. His team of investigators helped to find ...
Posted by Z | December 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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I had zero experience in hiring an attorney before consulting with Mr. Cherry. He was very professional and easy to talk to. I hired him after consulting with him. Throughout the duration of my case, Mr. Cherry and his staff made it very easy to communicate with them by always responding to questions...
Posted by Jessica | July 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Highly recommend Mr. Cherry!
Mr. Cherry is fantastic! Highly recommend attaining him as your lawyer if you have found yourself in need of representation. I hired him for a DUI charge and am pleased with the final outcome of my case. While I hope to not need his services again any time soon, he is absolutely who I would call if I...
Posted by Elizabeth | June 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommend
Jeff Cherry is absolutely the best criminal defense attorney you can find in Middle Tennessee. He and his staff are very professional and treat you with dignity and respect. His knowledge, integrity and experience have given him very high standing in the local courts. He is the attorney you want with...
"Jeff is one of the most respected criminal defense attorneys in Middle Tennessee and throughout the entire state. I've seen him advocate for his clients in person and he is top-notch and easily deserving of his reputation. Please do yourself a favor and hire Mr. Cherry if you've caught any criminal charges in Tennessee."
"I endorse this lawyer. If you have trouble in the criminal justice system, you WANT Jeff in your corner."
"I endorse Jeff in the practice areas of criminal defense, tort and business law because in his many years he has balanced representing his clients while holding true to his Christian foundation; that is unique in a lawyer."
"Jeff Cherry is a very intelligent, articulate and diligent lawyer. Jeff takes very good care of his clients that are often facing the most difficult times in their lives. He has a very strong courtroom presentation and is an excellent trial lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jeff is always very helpful and knowledgeable whenever I seek his advice on any criminal law matters."
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2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Workhorse Award, Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2010
Best of the Bar, Nashville Business Journal
2010
Leadership Law, Tennessee Bar Association
2001 - Present
Partner, Lowery Lowery & Cherry
2000 - 2000
Intern, Davidson County District Attorney's Office
1998 - 2001
Adjunct Professor, Metro Nashville Police Training Academy
1991 - 2001
Police Officer, Metropolitan Police Deparment, Nashville, Tennessee
2018 - 2019
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident
2017 - 2018
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident-Elect
2004 - 2006
Tennessee Bar AssociationYoung Lawyers Division Board of Directors
Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity
2001
1990
2016
Sentencing Hearings
2016
50th Anniversary of MIranda
2014
Legislative Update
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