$ 285-500 per hour
PRO
also known as David Raybin
With more than 35 years of experience, David Raybin heads the criminal defense section of our firm, which includes criminal trials, criminal appeals, parole hearings, and civil rights litigation.
David has been named the Best Criminal Lawyer in Nashville by Best Lawyers in America, and listed among the Best Criminal Lawyers in TN by Tennessee Business magazine.
A regular commentator on local legal subjects, David often deals with prominent cases you may have read about in the news. In addition to cases in the trial courts, David has successfully handled a number of significant criminal appeals throughout Tennessee.
A prolific writer, David has authored numerous articles and publications. He wrote the book Tennessee Criminal Law, which has been cited hundreds of times by Tennessee courts and relied on by judges and attorneys throughout the state.
David’s criminal defense representation includes cases concerning murder and other homicides, sexual assault, drugs, domestic violence, white-collar fraud, and computer sexual image cases. David also handles cases involving students arrested at local universities—such as Vanderbilt, MTSU, Fisk, Lipscomb, Belmont and TSU.
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$ 285-500 per hour
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1974
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424 Church Street, Suite 2120, Nashville, TN, 37219
nashvilletnlaw.com/attorneys/david-raybin/
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Posted by T | June 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | White Collar Crime
Experienced and Skilled Advocate
Back in the summer and fall of 2019, I first consulted Mr. Raybin and his firm regarding a tricky situation with a previous employer that could have resulted in possible "white collar" criminal charges. Mr. Raybin was incredibly patient, listening to my story, collecting all the facts, and exploring ...
Posted by anonymous | July 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding Counsel and Aid; Avoided All Charges
I contacted David when I was being threatened with felony indictment for a first-time, nonviolent drug offense. He was the only attorney to answer my call (out of four) and immediately provided a thorough evaluation of my circumstances and clear description of his rates. He mentioned that more inexpe...
Posted by anonymous | October 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Expert advice, honest, and personable
David brought decades of experience and intimate legal knowledge to my case and provided honest and relevant advice to achieve a positive outcome. David is well respected in the legal community and was recommended to me. He was personable and never trivialized my questions or concerns, and always mad...
Posted by Terry | May 11, 2015 | Criminal Defense
David Raybin Is An Excellent Attorney
In 2008 my husband and I hired David Raybin to represent my husband at his parole hearing. Mr. Raybin stood by my husband throughout his incarceration for almost 7 years until my husband finally obtained his freedom. Mr. Rabin is caring, compassionate and very understanding of the many aspects and pr...
Posted by AH | March 12, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Absolutely the Best.
Around two years ago I was faced with the horrid situation of being accused and charged with something that I did not do. Needless to say, this was devastating to myself and my family to even be in this situation. We were extremely scared, extremely frightened, but determined to fight for my innocenc...
"Highly Skilled and fierce advocate. Literally wrote the book on Criminal Defense. I endorse Mr. Raybin without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. David Raybin is brilliant and a fierce advocate. I highly recommend him for any criminal defense matter you or your family may be facing."
"David Raybin is an oustanding attorney. He literally wrote the book on Criminal Law in Tennessee. He works hard for his clients and gets great results for them."
"David Raybin is an excellent lawyer. He is the author of "Tennessee Practice: Criminal Practice and Procedure" , an invaluable resource for the criminal defense practitioner in Tennessee. He has written extensively for other publications. His treatise is cited often by the appellate courts in Tennessee. He is a frequent lecturer at seminars throughout the state of Tennessee and elsewhere."
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Best 100 Lawyers in Tennessee, Business Tennessee magazine
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1900 - Present
Member, Raybin & Weissman, P.C.
1900 - Present
Partner, Raybin & Weissman, P.C.
1974 - 1985
Assistant District Attorney, Office of the District Attorney
1986 - Present
Nashville Bar AssociationMember
1986 - Present
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersBoard of Directors
1985 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1983 - Present
Tennessee Association for JusticeMember
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1974 - Present
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1973
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