$ 300-300 per hour
also known as DARREN DRAKE LAW, PLLC
Call. Client satisfaction is my number one priority. I offer high-quality client-centered legal representation. As an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney, I work hard to ensure that my clients 4th, 5th, 6th, 8th, and 14th Amendment protections of the Constitution are observed by law enforcement and the legal system. I thoroughly research all evidence, statutes, and laws concerning my cases. I promptly respond to all correspondence and stay in touch with my clients, opposing counsel, and court officials. I value my clients, take my craft seriously, and build long-lasting relationships with those I represent. I provide personal attention with proven results. Contact me and experience the difference a good attorney can make.
Darren Drake
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$ 300-300 per hour
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Acquired: 2010
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138 S. Cannon Ave, Murfreesboro, TN, 37129
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Posted by Michael | October 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Darren is Awesome!!! And, "Thank You for your Service in the Navy!" "God Bless Our Veterans and Active Warrior's!" Darren was very knowledgeable, And gave me options on my case. Also, Thanks Kelly and the rest of Y'all!!! I'd give 10 Star's, If I could.
Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Darren Drake is the only person you need to go to if you have any issues arise that require a lawyer in his area of expertise. And I say that with confidence because I did a lot of research. I never had to seek out a lawyer in the past but recently I did and was lucky enough to reach out to Darren ...
Posted by Jonathan | January 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Darren and Kelly are the best of the best, and this is not an exaggeration! Traveling on a vacation and found myself in trouble with the law. I was sure that my life was ruined for good. First time being in any type of trouble, I had no clue what to do. Being from out of town did not help either. W...
Posted by Jade | September 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Darren Drake was absolutely hands down the best lawyer I have ever worked with and ever met. He is a genuine person who cares about people, with helping others get the best case scenario as his main end goal. He and his assistant Kelli were there from the very beginning every step of the way. They l...
Posted by Christopher | February 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I hired Darren Drake based on Google/Avvo reviews, and I can personally attest that he serves his clients with professionalism and skill. Throughout the entire process, Mr. Drake was readily available, and he demonstrated complete understanding of the situation I was facing. Going into it, I prob...
"Darren is an energetic and passionate attorney. He understands the changes in caselaw and is a prepared and aggressive advocate. I highly recommend him."
"I practice criminal defense law in Nashville (almost exclusively). But when i get calls from Murfreesboro, and am asked for a referral in Rutherford County... without hesitation I refer them to Darren Drake. Without a doubt the strongest Criminal defense attorney in that county. Darren and his team actually "care" about their clients. And they are absolutely studied up when the get to court. And when i hear back from clients I have referred to him... it's always "Thank you so much for referring me to Darren Drake". I call Darren often when i have a question about a particular legal issue. He is my "go to" on criminal defense questions... and he should be yours as well. Listen.... no joke... If I were sitting in a jail cell in Rutherford county I would sure breath a sigh of relief to see this guy walk in my cell."
"I endorse this lawyer. Darren is a great attorney who has the rare combination of the will to fight for his clients and the legal skills to do it."
"I endorse this lawyer. Darren is a great attorney and I have worked with him on family law matters and he is also very knowledgeable in criminal law, easy to talk with, and a great asset to our legal community."
"Darren is one of the smartest attorney's around. Fighting a DUI or a Drug DUI? He is a zealous defender with a great reputation in the courthouse and around the community. He's experienced, passionate, articulate, and most important, successful. He studies often and is up to date on the most important laws and cases affecting your particular case. Five stars."
"Darren has a tremendous amount of experience as a criminal defense lawyer, and is a mentor to other lawyers in his field. I highly recommend him."
"Darren is a tremendously experienced, extremely effective, and highly respected criminal defense attorney of the highest order. Feared by prosecutors, he is a charismatic and eloquent trial lawyer - with exceptional skill and knowledge."
"Darren Drake is one of the most intelligent lawyers in Rutherford County. Darren's knowledge of the law, his attention to detail, and devotion to his clients are just a few of the characteristics that make Darren such an exceptional lawyer. I am happy to endorse Darren Drake."
"I endorse this lawyer without hesitation. I have seen Darren over the last few years and appreciate the zeal with which he represents his clients. He is not content on just getting by on the same knowledge everyone else has--he seeks the newest and best information to help his clients. I am very impressed with this young lawyer."
"Darrin is sincere about helping his clients. He goes to great lengths to make sure his clients have the best representation possible. Serious, professional and dedicated."
"I met Mr. Drake at a conference I was teaching for the state courts. Since that time, I have spoken with Mr. Drake numerous times about case theory and approaches to defending parents in child abuse cases. I consider Mr. Drake a highly effective attorney who will protect his clients, and solve their problems rather than causing more."
"I am truly humbled to work in the same jurisdiction as Mr. Drake. He is a force in the court room and always fights passionately for the causes he takes on in the legal community. He has been a candid and invaluable source of wisdom and experience. I recommend and endorse him with the highest regard."
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2025
Murfreesboro Best of 2025 - Criminal Defense, Business Rate
2016
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Clients Choice Award - Criminal Defense, Avvo
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Clients Choice Award - Criminal Defense, Avvo
2015
Premier Attorney, American Academy of Trial Attorneys
2015
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2014
Clients Choice Award - Criminal Defense, Avvo
2014
Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
2013
Clients Choice Award - Criminal Defense, Avvo
2009
Deans List, Southern Illinois University School of Law
2020 - Present
Attorney, Darren Drake Law, PLLC
2011 - 2020
Trial Attorney, Drake Drake & Frost - An Association of Attorneys
2010 - 2011
Trial Attorney, Law Office Of Darren Drake
2009 - 2010
Vice President of Graduate and Professional Student Government, Southern Illinois University Graduate School
2009 - 2009
Certified Law Clerk, Ventura County District Attorney's Office
2008 - 2009
Legal Assistant, Veterans Legal Assistance Clinic
1996 - 2002
Electronics Technician, United States Navy
2016 - Present
American Association of Premier DUI AttorneysMember
2016 - Present
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2015 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - Present
American Academy of Trial LawyersMember
2013 - Present
Murfreesboro Downtown Barristers Lions ClubAttorney Member
2011 - Present
Rutherford Cannon County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of TennesseeLicensed
2007 - Present
Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity InternationalAttorney Member
Client released from involuntary confinement by the Court of Appeals.
$109,000 settlement. No appeal.
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Certificate of Attendance
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Certificate of Attendance
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Certificate of Attendance
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BS - Bachelor of Science
2018
Bail in Tennessee
2017
Understanding Character Evidence
2015
Tennessee Rules of Evidence - Objections
2012
Tennessee's New Expungement Law
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