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Bernard Francis McEvoy

4.6
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Nashville, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

214 Second Avenue North, Suite 206, Nashville, TN

About Bernard

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

I represent clients charged in criminal cases including DUI cases in state courts throughout Middle Tennessee, including Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Sumner, Cheatham and Robertson counties. I was an assistant district attorney general in Davidson County for 15 years.

36 years

50%

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 36 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1990

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Law Offices of Bernard Francis McEvoy

214 Second Avenue North, Suite 206, Nashville, TN, 37219

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Bernard Francis McEvoy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Representation

Bernie achieved everything he said he would aim to achieve from the first day we met. He is an true honest lawyer, and was understanding and proactive from day one. Highly recommend this lawyer.

Posted by Juanita | July 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Money wasted

I paid him $1,500 upfront and all he did was write a letter to the D.A. (which I am glad he didn't press any charges because my arrest was should have never happened) and supposedly went to court on my behalf to make sure everything went accordingly, and finally filed my expungement 2-3 months late a...fter I emailed him because he hadn't filed it yet (if he would have told me that if the case was dismissed I could file for expungement for nothing I would have filed myself making sure it was done asap). $1,500 for a letter, a short period of time in court which is just around the corner from his office, the papers he mailed me, and to file for expungement 2-3 months late and failed to tell me I could do myself for FREE. His letters all say contact him if you have any questions which I have done so but he has never responded back even with a I don't know, I can't help you, or a I don't give a crap because I already have your money. I wish I could give him a better rating but I can't.

Bernard McEvoy

Replied last July 25, 2019

The charge against you was dismissed. It was dismissed at the request of the State of Tennessee. It was dismissed on your first court date. t is not possible to obtain a better result. I regret that you are not satisfied with this.

Posted by Swinburne | April 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thoughtful, caring, consummate professional

Attorney Bernie McEvoy is an exceptionally thoughtful and caring legal professional as well as an all around super nice human being. On Friday, April 27, 2018, Attorney Bernie McEvoy’s advocacy gave me my life back after a nightmarish year and a half. A highly respected Sumner County judge dismissed ...some very serious charges against me. In open court, the visibly angry judge ruled that certain members of the Hendersonville Police Department and members of the District Attorney’s office acted with “gross negligence”, “violated several of my constitutional rights” and “were prejudicial” in the handling of my arrest and attempted bogus prosecution. For those not familiar with the law, here’s the legal definition of gross negligence: “Gross negligence is a conscious and voluntary disregard of the need to use reasonable care, which is likely to cause foreseeable grave injury or harm to persons, property, or both. It is conduct that is extreme when compared with ordinary Negligence, which is a mere failure to exercise reasonable care.” Attorney McEvoy’s diligence, knowledge of the law and research abilities were praised by the judge during the motions to dismiss. When I retained Mr. McEvoy to represent me, he promised to give me the quality of representation that he would “give to his own son had he been charged with those crimes.” I can say that, he did! No one coerced me to write this review but I feel the need to recommend Attorney Bernie McEvoy to anyone needing very high quality legal representation. God bless you, Sir, and thank you for being my advocate through this very difficult period of my life.

Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI Case

Bernie is an incredible lawyer. I was in a situation where I was unfamiliar and unknowledgeable, and thought my life was over. I met with him soon after my arrest, explained to him what happened, and he immediately reassured me that my case was not as cut and dry as I thought. After reading online wh...at happens with a DUI, I had prepared for the worst and thought I was in a hopeless situation. Bernie not only got my entire case cleared up quickly, within a month, he was able to get me an outcome that I didn't think possible even with the best case scenario. He allowed me to continue with my future plans uninterrupted, and allowed me to get my life back on track after a mistake. If you make the mistake of being charged with a DUI in the Nashville area, hiring Bernie McEvoy is the best decision you can make.

Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Dui Case

Mr. McEvoy was very professional and used his obvious experience to outline all the options of my case. I was offered a plea in a county notorious for not negotiating DUI cases and I believe it was because of Mr. McEvoys representation. I highly recommend him.

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Bernard Francis McEvoy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nichole Dusché

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

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"Mr. McEvoy is a well respected, experienced, and professional attorney. Highly recommend."

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Ryan Davis

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bernie embodies what it means to be a professional. He is a thorough and zealous advocate, while ensuring that he always treats his clients with the utmost respect. I consider him an example of what a good lawyer looks like."

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Cynthia Sherwood

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sawnie Aldredge

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am a civil attorney and refer basically all criminal matters to Bernie McEvoy. I have had nothing but rave reviews from the people I sent his way."

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Jesse Lords

Unknown lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. McEvoy is a very skilled and highly respected attorney."

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Robert Gilligan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Bernard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jason Barnette

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent DUI attorney that is well respected in middle Tennessee."

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William Young

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Highly respected DUI lawyer who achieves excellent results."

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David Gold

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Ridings

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have watched Bernie come up through the ranks of the District Attorney's Office when I was a police officer, and lately watched as he has developed an exceptional criminal defense practice. I know him to be a solid practitioner with exceptional skills. He works hard for his clients, and is an all around "nice guy"."

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John Milazo

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Bernie is an excellent lawyer whose advice is valuable. If you choose to retain Bernie you can be assured of his commitment to your defense."

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Trudy Bloodworth

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. McEvoy and I worked on a criminal matter a few years ago. He is an excellent attorney and does a great job for his clients."

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Howard Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney McEvoy is an outstanding attorney with an excpetional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."

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David Hall

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Van Dyke

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William Young

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Work Experience

1990 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney, Office of the District Attorney General, Davidson County, Tennessee

Education

1990

Vanderbilt University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Tufts University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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