Davis Fordham Griffin

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Davis Fordham Griffin

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 11 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Nashville, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Consumer Protection ... +2 more

209 10th Avenue South, Suite 560, Nashville, TN

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About Davis

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Business 20%

20%
Consumer Protection 20%

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

20%
Federal Crime 20%

20%
Litigation 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2021 2020
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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 11 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Northstar Litigation, P.C.

209 10th Avenue South, Suite 560, Nashville, TN, 37203

northstarpc.com/

Davis Fordham Griffin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

44 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 44 reviews

Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Made life a bit easier / wore his cape and covid-19 mask

My lawyer Davis Griffin did everything right . Defended me to the end of the world and also helped me regain some sense of clarity and safety in regards to my situation . Completely dominated in the court and was very informative on all outcomes and legality’s I was unfamiliar with. Hired him because... I needed defense in an order of protection case against me . And I don’t regret a single expense paid to have him standing by my side in that court room. I am stress how highly I recommend the services you will get from him and the employees at Sherwood litigations. I’m able to breathe again because of the help from him. Not only did we win the order of protection out against me . We also countered it with my own order of protection and won unanimously! He is By far the Muhammad Ali in the law world and only getting better with time ! Trust me save your time pursuing other law firms and just go with Mr. Griffin you won’t be disappointed not one bit!

Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent in times of crisis

I came from an incredibly hard situation where Davis Griffin and his office staff were absolute angels and took care of my case quickly. They were sympathetic, patient, results-driven, and thorough. Davis took the time to explain the process and all my options and always followed through when action ...items were needed. They worked weekends and holidays (at times) to ensure I was informed and my case was settled quickly. I highly recommend Davis and his team!

Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Awesome Lawyer

Mr.David Outstanding individual, Communication is excellent every time i text or called he was always there, He did an amazing job on my case I couldn't ask for more from him! Im very happy And Recommend David 100%

Posted by Milad | May 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Very satisfying Service

When I started my case with Davis, I didn't have that much hope. But he did the magic work like always. He was following up every day. I couldn't ask for a better attorney. I will work with him in any future case, he earned my trust 100%.

Posted by Migdalia | March 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Personal Assistant

Davis was in my corner since day one. I was sued by my former university and it was an extremely stressful time. Not only is Mr.Griffin extremely competent, but he truly cared about the outcome of my case- sounds cliché, but it’s the truth. He was sensitive to my financial situation and did everythin...g he could to keep my costs down. Davis is efficient, patient, and honest- if you need someone to fight for you, he’s the man.

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Davis Fordham Griffin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lawrence Arnkoff

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Davis and I have been working on several complex federal criminal cases together in the Middle District of Tennessee. We are both members of the highly respected CJA panel. Davis is smart and creative. Federal practice requires a serious amount of knowledge and talent in order to succeed. Davis has all of those qualities and he is a rising young star."

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Cynthia Sherwood

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Davis is an incredible champion for his clients. He is a passionate and very smart lawyer who I endorse without reservation. We are very lucky to have him work here with us at Sherwood Boutique Litigation."

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Andrew Davis

Unknown lawyer | Nov 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Davis. You will not meet many harder workers or more zealous advocates in the Nashville area. Davis is a diligent and highly competent attorney."

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Lindsey Davis

Litigation lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Davis is extremely intelligent and hard working. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Martin

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Davis is a fierce litigator with a deep commitment to his clients. He is knowledgeable, professional, and incredibly hardworking. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2023

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2021

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2020

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2019

Attorney for Justice, Tennessee Supreme Court

2019

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Founder, Northstar Litigation, P.C.

2022 - 2024

Of Counsel, Mockingbird Law Group, PLC

2018 - 2021

Senior Associate, Sherwood Boutique Litigation, PLC

2015 - 2018

Principal, Davis Fordham Griffin -- Attorney at Law

Associations

2019 - Present

Belmont University College of Law American Inn of Court

Programming Chair

2019 - Present

Special Olympics Tennessee

Young Professional Board Member

2017 - Present

Free For Life International

Organization and Finance Committee Member

2015 - Present

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2018 - 2019

Free For Life International

General Counsel

2017 - 2018

Belmont University College of Law American Inn of Court

Programming Vice Chair

2014 - 2015

Nashville Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2014

American Constitution Society for Law and Policy

President

2012 - 2015

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

Education

2015

Belmont University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2012

University of Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2011

University of Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

CLE

Psychology in The Courtroom

2016

Tennessee Bar Association

Corrective Justice Seminar-Law Camp

Publications

Languages

English

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