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 anonymous | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Nashville Lawyer
Mr. Raybin was very straightforward and honest, yet compassionate throughout the initial consultation. He presented all possible scenarios but remained confident that he would get things resolved. He definitely delivered on this promise. He made initial recommendations that proved to be highly val...
Posted by William Chapman | September 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights
We sued Cheatham Co. and won
I am the parent of Jordan Norris, the young man who was tased more than 40 times by the Cheatham Co. Sheriff’s Dept. We contacted Benjamin Raybin and David Weissman to discuss suing the sheriff’s dept. I had previously contacted 4 other firms and had been turned down. Mr. Raybin saw the photo eviden...
Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Attorney
My son received two misdemeanor citations for hitchhiking while traveling through Nashville. Ben thoroughly explained all possible outcomes in our phone conversation and was very kind and understanding. Within 2 hours of my retaining his services, he had both citations completely withdrawn. My son di...
Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The BEST of the best!!!
Having never been in any sort of trouble before, I was terrified when I found myself facing a misdemeanor criminal charge. I work with attorneys, and I knew how important choosing the right attorney is. I was familiar with Ben, and I immediately added him to my list of attorneys to interview regard...
Posted by anonymous | March 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Kind, professional, thorough, successful
Ben was immediately responsive when I inquired about hiring him, which was such a relief because I found myself facing charges that were potentially life altering. I had a lot of anxiety and a lot of questions. During our first meeting, he explained everything that would happen and all possible out...
"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
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2016
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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
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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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