$ 300-500 per hour
Jennifer Lynn Thompson
About Jennifer
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Federal Crime
25%
29 years | 200 cases
Child Abuse
20%
30 years | 200 cases
Sex Crime
20%
30 years | 200 cases
Criminal Defense
15%
30 years | 600 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Tennessee for 30 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Jennifer Lynn Thompson
810 Broadway, Ste 305, Nashville, TN, 37203
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Jennifer Lynn Thompson's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 21 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by David | May 19, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
She's very smart and cares
Attorney Jennifer Thompson is very smart and articulate and most important, she truly cares. I worked with her for 2 years on a very stressful and difficult case for a family member and she went beyond what any other attorney would have done. If you want an attorney who will do a great job and cares ...
Posted by G | January 13, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Mrs Thompson is the best!
She took the time to talk with me and actually listened. She was honest and only wanted to let me know facts. . Always choose Mrs Thompson!
Posted by Matthew | October 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A very good lawyer
Mrs Thompson is the best lawyer in Tennessee she has helped me with my Case a recommend her to help All people with their case's thankyou Jennifer for your support thankyou very much
Posted by Paul | June 26, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Amazing attorney!
Jennifer empathetically listened and advised me. She was an amazing woman who was genuinely concerned about my situation and listened intently. Grateful for her! Put my mind at ease and was very knowledgable. Dont hesitate to reach out to her for your legal needs!
Posted by Monica | May 22, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Very empathetic and caring
She called me immediately, her advice was great and hope I am able to get the help I need right now! Thank you !!!!
Jennifer Lynn Thompson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jennifer is an amazing lawyer with a knack for thinking outside of the box, which has yielded great results for her clients. I proudly endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Jennifer highly. She is an amazing, dedicated attorney who works tirelessly on her clients cases and is well known for her work on national criminal justice issues as well. She is also a great person."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jennifer works very hard for her clients and is very competent in the area of criminal defense."
"Jennifer Thompson is a fearless, tireless advocate for her clients. I heartily endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Thompson is a tireless advocate for her clients. She is a very talented trial lawyer, and I have seen her work in the courts. I endorse her and certainly would send clients to her that might need criminal representation."
"I endorse this lawyer.Jennifer is diligent and tenacious. She is dedicated to protecting her client's rights. I worked with her on a complex federal case involving 40 co-defendants. She assumed a leadership role among lawyers in the case and inspired them to stand up to the federal government. She is also a leader in the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and lifts all those around her to greater achievement in their professional endeavors."
"For aggressive state and federal criminal defense in Middle Tennessee, you could do no better. I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Panel Attorney of the Year, Criminal Justice Act Panel for the Middle District of Tennessee Federal Court
2012
St. Crispin's Day Award Special Contributions by an Attorney, Criminal Justice Act Panel for the Middle District of Tennessee Federal Court
Work Experience
1996 - 1997
Clerk to the Honorable Gary R. Wade, Tennessee Court of Criminal appeals
Associations
2007 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2007 - Present
American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm DivisionMember
2003 - Present
Tennessee Association for JusticeMember
2003 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1997 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2011
American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section, Criminal Practice Management/Solo & Small FirmCo-chair
2010 - 2012
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Membership CommitteeVice Chair
2009 - 2010
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, CLE committeeCo-chair
2008 - 2010
American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section, Defense Function/Services CommitteeCo-chair
2007 - 2008
American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section, Defense Function/Services CommitteeVice-Chair
2006 - 2012
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Tennessee v. Adams
Found guilty, case is on appeal.
State of Tennessee v. Adams
Found guilty, case is on appeal.
United States of America v. Idris Farah
Granted acquittal by the district court, upheld by the 6th Circuit
United States of America v. Tummins
Not guilty.
State of Tennessee v. Bilbrey
Not guilty on all counts after jury trial
United States of America v. Gardner
Won appeal, client did not receive enhanced punishment.
State of Tennessee v. Gilliland
Won the Motion to Suppress on appeal. Case dismissed.
State of Tennessee v. Gingrich
Not guilty after jury trial, one count dismissed by state
State of Tennessee v. Rockwell
Pled to sexual battery, received probation
State of Tennessee v. Zelaya
Dismissed by judge
State of Tennessee v. Hay
dismissed after diversion
State v. Daniels
Dismissed by Judgment of Acquittal
Education
1996
University of Tennessee College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
University of Tennessee
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2011
ABA Family Advocate
Criminal Child Abuse: A lawyer's response to allegations can have far-reaching consequences
2011
ABA GPSolo Magazine
Allegations of Criminal Child Abuse
Languages
Spanish