Benjamin Kraft Raybin

Benjamin Kraft Raybin

also known as Ben Raybin

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Nashville, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI ... +3 more

424 Church Street, Suite 2120, Nashville, TN

About Benjamin

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 16 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Raybin & Weissman, P.C.

424 Church Street, Suite 2120, Nashville, TN, 37219-2374

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Benjamin Kraft Raybin's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

223 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 73 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Andrew | December 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional and took initiative.

I appreciate the quality of service I received from Ben during my court proceedings. He was able to answer all my questions and helped me understand the process of my offense and possible results; thankfully they were in my favor. I would recommend Ben to my friends and family if they were to need th...e same level of service I received. Thank you on behalf of me and my family.

Posted by David | November 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Ben Raybin with Raybin & Weissman, P.C. -Excellent Attorney for Domestic Assault Case. He achieved desired outcome!

I contacted the law firm of Raybin & Weissman, P.C. regarding a domestic assault case filed against me. Their office was very courteous and professional. Ben immediately returned my call and discussed my case. He was very clear and concise explaining the domestic assault charge, the process and proc...edures I would undergo in the court system, and the possible outcomes. I was very impressed with his knowledge of the law and his demeanor during our conversation. I had earlier discussed my case with two other law firms. After speaking with Ben, I absolutely felt he was the best attorney and hired him. He listened to me and came up with a plan to achieve the desired results. Prior to my first appearance in court, Ben was readily available when I contacted him to discuss my case, and he kept me apprised of the legal proceedings. During my court appearances, Ben was very calm, and positive. He concisely and clearly explained to me what would occur during the proceedings and what my options were. Throughout an extremely difficult and stressful situation, I found Ben to be very supportive and empathic. I felt very comfortable with him and had absolute confidence in his ability and knowledge of the law and court system. Ben achieved the desired goal in my case. I am very thankful for the work he did. I would recommend Ben Raybin and the law firm of Raybin & Weissman, P.C. to anyone facing a criminal charge.

Posted by Logan | October 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very knowledgeable

My case happened before covid and got stretched out for almost a year. From the start he did a very good job explaining to me all the possible outcomes of my situation. Throughout the year he touched base with me every time the case got postponed due to covid. When the day came to appear in court, he... siezed an opportunity to get my case addressed while the court was at recess. Doing so, we were able to get it dismissed by 10:30 in the morning, when I would have been there all day to deal with it. He was recommended to me by a family lawyer of mine in Boston and I personally would, at the very least, give him a call. I had spoke with many other lawyers before making my decision. And the conversation with him by far seemed the most informative and professional. I want to say thank you Sir for all your help.

Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding resolution

I contacted Ben about misdemeanor citations and was glad to hire him upon first consultation. He communicated well throughout and helped to navigate through a few months of worry. In the end, I was thrilled with the outcome and would highly recommend Ben for his handling of the case and support throu...ghout.

Posted by James | August 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Ben got me my rights back

I have been working for the last 20+ yrs. to clean up my record after a minor charge in 1999 got reported incorrectly to the DOJ and TN Department of Safety. This mistake had stripped me of my rights, and I have been working ever since to get them restored. Over the last 4 years I have worked aggress...ively to fix my record with lots of time, money, letters to the DOJ, and trips to the courthouse. I was at the end of my rope and decided to give up…until I had a conversation with Ben Raybin. I explained my situation and sent him over a few supporting documents. Ben then reached out to me and was extremely professional and courteous as he explained his approach to solving the problem and the different possible outcomes and what would be the next steps depending on the outcome. He put me at ease and gave me hope again that this could get resolved. He quickly went to work on my case and after the initial response from the state was not in our favor, he did not give up. He went back to the state and fought for me, pointing out some key elements the state overlooked. Within a couple days the state corrected my information, reversed their decision, and gave me my rights back. I can’t thank Ben enough for his hard work and going the extra mile. After trying on my own for so long, I honestly thought this would never get fixed. Today, I’m so grateful for trusting in Ben Raybin and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a high quality and hard working lawyer.

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Sarah King

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 20

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"I highly endorse Ben. He is smart, honest, and a fantastic attorney. I respect him greatly."

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Ryan Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

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"Ben is one of the smartest guys I know, and has an in-depth understanding of the law. He stands on his own accomplishments, and works hard for every one of his clients."

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Chase Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

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"Ben is a top-notch attorney. He is effective, professional and carries the respect of his peers."

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David von Wiegandt

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

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"I endorse this lawyer. Ben fights for his clients and is active in general sessions, criminal, and appellate court."

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Kurt Bartlett

Civil rights lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is extremely knowledgeable and works tirelessly for his clients - I Highly Recommend!!!!"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Justice Joseph W. Henry Award, Tennessee Bar Association

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2009

Scholastic Excellence Award, Vanderbilt University Law School

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Partner, Raybin & Weissman

2012 - Present

Associate, Hollins, Raybin & Weissman

2011 - 2012

Judicial Law Clerk, U.S. Court Of Appeals, Sixth Circuit

2010 - 2011

Associate, Hollins, Raybin & Weissman

Associations

2010 - Present

Tennessee Association for Justice

Member

2010 - Present

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Nashville Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Legislative Committee

Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Sprunger

Supreme Court vacated forfeiture and returned money to client.

Blackwell v Haslam

Court found firearm prohibition unconstitutional

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Education

2010

Vanderbilt University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of Chicago

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

The Central Park Five

The Central Park Five

2017

Your Do-it-Yourself Guide to Legal Investigations Obtaining Information from Mobile Devices, Computers and Laptops

2017

Legislative Review and Case Law Update

2017 Legislative Update

2016

Making the Most of Discovery: What You Don’t Know Can Come Back to Haunt You Discovering, Disclosing and Using Criminal Records in Civil Discovery

2016

Legislative Update and Case Review

Criminal Defense Legislation - Legislation that Passed, Failed & What We Might See Again

2016

How Can Cell Phone Data Win Your Next Case? Apple v. FBI: The Legal Dispute over Phone Encryption

2016

Domestic Violence and Orders of Protection in Civil and Criminal Cases Criminal Defense Practitioner Perspectives in Domestic Violence and Orders of Protection Cases

2016

Criminal Law Forum DUI Case Law Update

2015

Ethics and Professionalism Dealing with Media in High Profile Cases

2014

Handling a Criminal Case - Tiptoeing Through the Mine Fields Learning from Experience –So Your Client Has Been Charged

2014

Fundamentals of Federal Appellate Practice Appellate Practice Tips from the Judicial Clerks’ Perspective

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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