For most of my twenty-year career, I’ve intuitively been practicing the art of story to help my clients reach their goals. It is within the past ten years or so that I began to focus on the science of how and why story works. I started this learning journey out of necessity so I could train the lawyers who work for me to do what I do and to replicate the successes I have had. Through teaching these skills, my own understanding of the science and power of story has grown exponentially.

What started out as something I was doing naturally — storytelling — has now become the cornerstone of Sherwood Boutique Litigation’s systematic processes in defending our clients. Knowing the facts of your case and the relevant law is the bare minimum for our team, and we’ll know them better than anyone else in that courtroom. More than that, my team and I know how to use those facts to tell a compelling story that can win in court. ~ Cynthia Sherwood

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Cynthia's law practice is focused on providing clients with aggressive criminal and civil litigation defense. She is best known for her personal attention, absolute discretion, and fierce representation of her clients.

Ms. Sherwood received her undergraduate degree in Political Science with honors in 1997 from Delta State University. She received her Law Degree from Vanderbilt University School of Law, where she also received the Carl J. Ruskowski Clinical Legal Education Award. This prestigious award is given to the graduating student who demonstrated excellence in the practice of law and exemplified the highest standards of the legal profession. She is admitted to practice in Tennessee and is a member of the bar of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and the U.S. District Courts for the Middle and Western Districts of Tennessee.

Whoever Tells The Best Story Wins!

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 40%

26 years

40%

Domestic Violence 40%

Criminal defense and Order of Protection representation.

26 years

40%

Federal Crime 20%

26 years

20%

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

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Licensed in Tennessee for 26 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2000

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Sherwood Boutique Litigation, PLC

(615) 880-9845

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414 Union Street, Suite 1110, Nashville, TN, 37219

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Criminal Defense (23) Lawsuits & Disputes (20) Domestic Violence (9) Expungement (5) Litigation (4) Family (3) Business (1) Child Custody (1) Civil Rights (1) Education (1) Immigration (1) Juvenile (1) Landlord & Tenant (1) Real Estate (1) Sex Crime (1) Violent Crime (1)

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Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Effective and Diligent Criminal Defense Lawyer

Cynthia really came through for me in a big way! She always saw the big picture, even when I didn't, and was super tolerant of my anxieties and incessant pestering regarding details throughout the lengthy proceedings. She really secured the best possible outcome for me. Thank you Cynthia, my life wou...ldn't be the same without you!

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Posted by Cody | November 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Very highly recommended!

I hired Cynthia Sherwood to represent me for an Order of Protection case. Due to the complicated nature of the case, it required a lot of her time for preparation on short notice. Cynthia jumped right in and went to work preparing for defense. We had hundreds of pages of evidence. Cynthia combed thro...ugh every page of evidence, and had the PROOF that I was innocent ready to go when we got to court. On my court date, there was so much evidence that Cynthia practically had to back the truck up to the courthouse to unload all of it. With the overwhelming amount of evidence that Cynthia had prepared for court, she was able to present the court with an argument that ultimately proved the petitioner was a compulsive liar, and confirmed my innocence. Cynthia was a bulldog in the courtroom. Within moments of beginning her cross-examination of the petitioner I already knew with confidence that I would win the case. Cynthia knew exactly the right questions to ask while both the petitioner and myself were on the witness stand. While at the courthouse, I noticed that Cynthia is very well connected in the legal community. Lawyers and judges recognized her and spoke to her with a great deal of respect. Cynthia Sherwood did all of this work representing me for a very fair flat rate fee. Cynthia never complained about all of the hours it took to prepare for court, and never once tried to charge any additional fees. I know that Cynthia had my best interests in mind throughout the entire process.

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Posted by Victor | October 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Top Notch Defense

You need this law firm on your side! Miss Sherwood provided me an absolute topnotch legal representation. I reached out to her on a domestic matter which included a temporary order of protection falsely obtained against me that kept me away from my child. She took charge of the situation from the ver...y first meeting, followed the facts of the case, and was very empathetic and understanding. The order was dismissed after the first hearing, dismissal was appealed and Miss Sherwood successfully defended me again, the appeal was dismissed. Brooke and Jaime were amazing and very personable as well. I am happy with their work and I highly recommend this law firm for your legal needs.

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Posted by Todd | October 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best criminal in Town

Cynthia is amazing. She got me out of a messy criminal situation that could have been a disaster. I highly recommend her and she truly cares about her clients.

Posted by Tashaun | August 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing

Great Job I hired Miss. Sherwood for a Domestic & Theft and she had it resolved within the first two court dates. I am very happy with her work. She is amazing.

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Aaron Dendy

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"My practice focuses mainly on immigration issues. If I have a difficult criminal case, I always send them to Cynthia because she is a tireless, zealous advocate and will fight to the end. Recently, a mutual client told me that "Cynthia is a genius" and that he "owed her his life." I completely agreed with him on both fronts. There is not an attorney that cares more about her clients, and it shows in her preparation and communication. Without reservation, I endorse Cynthia. If you have a difficult criminal case, then she is the person for the job."

A. Sais Phillips Finney

Federal crime lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Patrick Frogge

Unknown lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

L. McElhaney

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Cynthia Sherwood is a viper: An honest, fair-minded, ethical lawyer who is on top of her stuff. She has worked defense counsel against me, co-counsel with me, and I count her among my friends. -Rocky"

Robert Peal

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Cyndi and i have worked together as co-counsel on a number of matters. She is a good lawyer."

J Tannehill

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"It is my honor to recommend Cyndi Sherwood if you are looking for a criminal defense attorney in the Nashville area. I have worked with Cyndi and found her to be an energetic, intellectual and professional attorney. I have referred several clients to her as well, and she has always be effective in getting good results for her clients."

William Ramsey

Litigation lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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