Marvin D. Himmelberg

Marvin D. Himmelberg

also known as Don Himmelberg

4.0
Rating: 4.9

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Nashville, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

525 4th Ave S, Nashville, TN

About Marvin

Biography

Practice Areas

1

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 34 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1992

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

M. Don Himmelberg & Associates

525 4th Ave S, Nashville, TN, 37210

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Marvin D. Himmelberg's Reviews

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4 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Reece | May 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

DO NOT HIRE

My experience hiring Don for legal services last year was extremely disappointing and unprofessional from start to finish. After agreeing to represent me and collecting payment, he essentially disappeared. I reached out repeatedly via phone calls and texts to ask for updates or guidance, but was met ...with complete silence for nearly two months. When he finally responded, his only comment was that “there was nothing he could do.” No explanation, no detailed feedback on the case, and no accountability for the time or money spent. His tone was indifferent, and it became clear to me that he had no intention of following through or providing meaningful support. I also requested an invoice multiple times to understand how my payment had been allocated, and to this day, I have not received one. This raises serious concerns not only about the service provided but also about the transparency and ethics of his billing practices. To be clear, I fully understand that not all legal matters end in success—but what I expected, at the very least, was basic communication and a sense of professional responsibility. Instead, I felt dismissed and taken advantage of. I consider the money spent a complete loss. I strongly advise others to look elsewhere for legal counsel. If you value responsiveness, integrity, and accountability in an attorney, Don is not someone I would recommend under any circumstance.

Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2018 | Family

Motion of discovery

This attorney was very quick and answering my question and returning my phone call. I think if I need to seek counsel in the near future I will definitely contact him for representation for my son. Thanks so very much for your advise.

Marvin Himmelberg

Replied last April 10, 2018

You are so very welcome. Thank you for your kind words!

Posted by Josh | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very appreciative of Mr Himmelberg for getting my case dismissed!

I was arrested on a bench warrant after a traffic stop fairly late in the evening. My wife called my brother, and he referred us to Mr. Himmelberg. Mr. Himmelberg was at the courthouse at 8 in the morning to talk to the judge who had signed the bench warrant - it turned out it was a case of mistaken ...identity, and Mr. Himmelberg was able to get me out of jail that morning! I am very thankful to him for helping me end a rather terrible experience as quickly as possible. He has my highest recommendation

Marvin Himmelberg

Replied last March 21, 2018

Josh, Thank you for the kind words. I am happy we could successfully resolve your case. - Don

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Marvin D. Himmelberg's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Yager

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Merrell

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Don for nearly two decades. In that time, I have seen him continually exhibit nothing but the highest degree of professionalism, knowledge of the law, and dedication to his clients. Having practiced law for over forty years, I have interacted with all manner of attorneys, and Don Himmelberg stands out amongst that crowd in just about every way. He has my highest recommendation."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Aaron Gentry

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"I recently began working with Don and he has an incredible mind for the law. Combining his legal knowledge with his vast amount of experience has made Don an extremely gifted attorney. Don is steadfast in his pursuit of fair dealings for his clients and constantly receives good results on behalf of those clients."

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William Merrell

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  4.9 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Censured issued in TN, 2024

updated on 08/29/2024

When an attorney is censured it means he or she did something wrong but may still practice law. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Censured issued in TN, 2011

updated on 09/21/2013

When an attorney is censured it means he or she did something wrong but may still practice law. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2018

Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Nashville, Expertise

1998

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, Higgins, Himmelberg, and Piliopnis

1992 - 1994

Assistant District Attorney, Office Of The District Attorney General

1990 - 1992

Court Clerk, Judge Randall Wyatt, Jr. Circuit Court Judge Division II

1986 - 1990

Clerk, General Sessions Davidson County

1985 - 1986

Clerk, Circuit Court For Davidson County

Associations

2013 - Present

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

National District Attorneys Association

Education

1992

Nashville School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Middle Tennessee State University

Languages

English

Spanish

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