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 | February 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
A Counselor in every sense of the word
Ben Raybin represented our adult son for a variety of traffic offenses and misdemeanors. Ben was an outstanding advocate for his client, negotiating plea bargains, reducing fines, explaining the law, arguing in court, and explaining legal issues and negotiating strategies. Ben was patient, a good...
Posted by Grant | December 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Ben Is Knowledgeable, Strategic, and Ahead of the Curve
I had the pleasure of working with Ben Raybin in the spring of 2025, and I can say without reservation that he is one of the most capable and professional attorneys in Tennessee. I came to Ben with a complex situation involving both a Governor's Pardon and a separate misdemeanor conviction. The la...
Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Succesful resolution and expungement
Ben and his team were incredibly professional and supportive. I can not thank him enough for his diligence and knowledge which led to a successful result and expungement.
Posted by Stephanie | June 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Pardon
Atty Raybin went above the beyond to assist my with the entire pardon and expungement process. He was with me at each step. Beginning with getting me in front of the TN Board of probation and Parole for the hearing, to the Criminal Court Clerk for the expungement and finally the Tennessee Bueru if In...
Posted by Jason | June 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
A Second Chance Thanks to Ben Raybin
I cannot recommend Ben Raybin highly enough for his exceptional work in helping me get my felony convictions expunged. From our very first conversation, Ben demonstrated a rare combination of professionalism, empathy, and expertise that immediately put me at ease during one of the most stressful time...
"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
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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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