also known as Ben Raybin
A Nashville native, Ben began his legal career with Raybin & Weissman after graduating from Vanderbilt University Law School in 2010, where he was an editor on the Law Review. Prior to law school, Ben attended the University of Chicago—graduating with honors.
In his practice at the firm, Ben has defended hundreds of clients against arrests and citations for various offenses, and has also worked on several civil cases involving personal injury and civil rights matters. He has briefed and argued cases before the Tennessee Supreme Court and the Tennessee Court of Appeals. Ben has appeared multiple times in both television and print news giving interviews on trending legal cases and issues.
From 2011 to 2012, Ben took a one-year hiatus from the firm to serve as a law clerk for Judges Jane B. Stranch and Gilbert S. Merritt, both of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.
He is a graduate of the TBI, Metro Police, and Tennessee Highway Patrol Citizens Academies, in which participants learn firsthand about law enforcement procedures, structure, and investigation.
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424 Church Street, Suite 2120, Nashville, TN, 37219-2374
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben fights for his clients and is active in general sessions, criminal, and appellate court."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is extremely knowledgeable and works tirelessly for his clients - I Highly Recommend!!!!"
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Justice Joseph W. Henry Award, Tennessee Bar Association
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
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2009
Scholastic Excellence Award, Vanderbilt University Law School
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
2010 - Present
Tennessee Association for JusticeMember
2010 - Present
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
Tennessee Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Legislative CommitteeChair
Supreme Court vacated forfeiture and returned money to client.
Court found firearm prohibition unconstitutional
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
The Central Park Five
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2017 Legislative Update
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Criminal Defense Legislation - Legislation that Passed, Failed & What We Might See Again
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