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Nashville lawyer who is recognized as US Businews News "Most Dedicated Criminal Defense Attorney" in Nashville for 2020, one of the "10 Best Criminal Law Attorneys" for client satisfaction in Tennesse, for being in the "Top 10 Under 40" in Tennessee, and as a 6-time recipient of Avvo's "Clients Choice Award". Founder of Courtroom Coach, LLC - a powerful first of its kind online resource that helps criminal defense lawyers become better lawyers who in turn help their clients more!
Ed has been practicing law in Nashville since 2012. He has personally handled over 2,000 Nashville criminal cases in court as a defense lawyer, and consulted on over 9,000 other cases (to include business, tax, real estate, estate planning). In 2017, Ed launched Courtroom Coach – a first of its kind online resource to help criminal defense lawyers better represent clients. Later that year he began working part-time as one of Nashville's Judicial Commissioners (Night Court Judge) until 2023.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Illinois for 8 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Tennessee for 14 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Edward D. Hastings
150 4th Ave North, Nashville, TN, 37219
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Edward D. Hastings's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
85 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by William | October 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Fine young Attorney.
Mr. Hastings was very kind and compassionate. I believe he has a brilliant future. He's very knowledgeable and works for your best interests. As a cancer patient and being 64 years old, having never been in any kind of trouble I feel like the court was a little heavy handed with my case. Being ...
Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Charges dismissed and expunged thanks to Mr. Hastings
Edward is a great, straight shooting attorney. From our first meeting, I knew he was an experienced attorney who knew the ins and outs of the system. He was able to accurately predict the varying outcomes my case depending upon the circumstances that unfolded. With this knowledge upfront, my case did...
Posted by Tishonia | November 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Client
Very professional. Great response time with messages and or phone calls. Im very happy with the legal decisions that ended my case!. Very informative on things i didn't know or understand.
Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2020
Ed’s The man
He was communicative and very knowledgeable I didn’t feel in the dark on this case at all he’s a tough lawyer keep up the great work. Thanks Ed!
Posted by Nick | April 16, 2018
Hard working
Very impressed with his work ethic. There is not a legal matter that Ed can't handle.
Edward D. Hastings's Lawyer Endorsements
"The answers of Mr. Hastings are consistently accurate, full of analysis, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
"Ed is an exceptional attorney. His intelligence, determination, and passion for his Clients is an inspiring display of the principles of justice and competent representation at work. Ed is thorough in his work and an all-around good person. I endorse him fully."
"Ed is a very talented young attorney. Potential clients should check out his web page. He has a lot of good, informative content. I've learned a lot working for Ed and seek him out for questions. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ed Hastings is a talented and knowledgeable attorney. He works hard, he knows the law, and he cares about his clients."
"I would hire Ed if I needed a defense attorney."
"Ed always seems to be on top of his game. When not tied up fighting for his clients, Ed is always open to assisting other attorneys fight for their clients - whether it be through his wise advice, or through his Courtroom Coach program. Ed is truly dedicated to his craft and it shows through his results. I can easily and fully endorse him."
"I'm proud to call Eddie my collegue and friend. He's one of the hardest working attorneys I know. You can put your trust in him."
"I've known Ed for the past few years and he has always been very knowledgeable and insightful in the criminal law practice. He is a great attorney that is passionate about seeking the best outcome for his clients."
"Ed is an excellent attorney and zealous advocate for all of his clients."
"Ed knows the law and how to apply it to get the results his clients need. He works well with others and is always willing to go the extra mile."
"Ed goes above and beyond for his clients. He is a very skilled lawyer at all levels and his knowledge of the criminal justice system is superb. I would not hesitate in hiring Ed. I highly recommend this lawyer when criminal charges are against you or against a loved one."
"Ed is an excellent lawyer who gets great results for his clients. I proudly endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer. He fights for his clients and is very knowledgeable about criminal law. Highly recommended"
"Ed Hastings is a hard-working, highly conscientious lawyer! I highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Level 11 Contributor, Avvo
2025
Responds In Less Than 24 Hours, Minnect
2025
Level 10 Contributor, Avvo
2022
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
Client's Choice, Avvo
2020
Most Dedicated Criminal Defense Attorney in Nashville, US Business News
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Founder, Courtroom Coach, LLC
2012 - Present
Lawyer, Law Office of Edward D. Hastings
2009 - 2011
Co-Founder, Big Wave Capital, LLC
2007 - 2011
Surf Instructor, Menehune Surf
2005 - 2006
Lifeguard, University of Illinois
2002 - 2004
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor, Argonne National Laboratory
1994 - 1995
Paper Boy, Daily Herald News
Associations
2017 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
The Woman's Club of NashvilleAdvisory Board
2012 - 2017
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2009 - 2011
La Jolla Pop Warner FootballCoach/Board Member/Equipment Manager
2009 - 2011
Del Mar Little LeagueCoach
2008 - 2010
Environment CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Scam Avoided
Peace of Mind
Dismissed
Dismissed
Charge Reduced
Dismissed
Dismissed
2 Dismissals and Time Served sentence.
Dismissed
Dismissed
Time Served
Client Released.
Dismissed
Dismissal upon completion of probation.
Dismissed
Not Guilty
DISMISSED!
Education
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2025
Business Law
2008
Criminal Trial
Publications
2017
Languages
Spanish
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