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Kurt W. Bartlett
About Kurt
Biography
Nashville's Trusted Injury and Criminal Trial Lawyer - Former Nashville Police Supervisor / Crime Scene Investigator & 101st Airborne Aviation - Ft. Campbell, Kentucky - I was born in Toledo, Ohio and moved to Miami, Florida as a child where I attended elementary school through High School in Miami, while spending as much time enjoying the sun in the Florida Keys. After graduating High School and as the first Gulf War was kicking off, I enlisted in the United States Army where I served a total of 8 years as a linguist and as a sergeant and helicopter mechanic for the 101st Aviation Brigade at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
After being honorably discharged in 1998, I moved to Nashville, Tennessee to take a job as a police officer with the Metro Nashville Police Department. There I worked as a Patrol Officer, Crime Scene Investigator and as a Patrol Supervisor (sergeant).
As a police officer I worked hundreds of calls relating to domestic issues, burglaries, robberies, homicides and kidnappings, to name a few. I have also worked directly on, and testified in, over a dozen murder trials both as a police officer and as a crime scene investigator. In 2006, I made the choice to leave the police department to attend law school full time while working at a high-volume downtown law firm. The experience I gained while working at this type of law firm, along with my years of experience as a police officer, have given me a unique perspective when analyzing various legal issues and cases. I have also been fortunate enough to develop some very good relationships in the legal profession over the past 20+ years that provide me valuable knowledge and insight that I use daily to help all of my clients.
Now I dedicate my life and my practice to helping anyone in need of sound and aggressive representation in legal matters both criminal and civil.
Call me at (615) 415-0542, and we can discuss your case and how together, we can resolve it quickly and efficiently.
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Licensed in Tennessee for 15 years
State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2011
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Bartlett Law Offices
404 James Robertson Parkway, Suite 1613, Nashville, TN, 37219
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Kurt W. Bartlett's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | May 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional and extremely competent!
Kurt was phenomenal inside the court room and managed my expectations appropriately. Not only did he get my charges dismissed on a clever technicality, he even followed up months later when the charges were expunged! I couldn’t recommend Kurt more highly.
Posted by Liping Xia | February 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thank you ！
Kurt Bartlett is a talented lawyer who is full of justice and responsibility. I was deceived and threatened by a Chinese female lawyer in Nashville, and she kept extorting high attorney fees. Later, I decisively gave up on her and chose Attorney Kurt. Soon, both of my cases were dismissed. Attorney K...
Posted by Lang | November 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
My hero of lawyer
My case is 2nd DUI but we dismissed the case with this great lawyer.He is so Gentle and know how to takecare his part.He is beyond my expected lawyer. We fought till the last minutes of my DUI.i highly appreciated Him..i highly recommended who are struggling and fed up with facing DUI case!i can't th...
Kurt Bartlett
Replied last November 17, 2022Thank you for the kind words. However, you were acquitted after a Jury Trial - big difference!
Posted by Emite | October 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional and helpful
My DUI case was treated with the utmost importance by Bartlett. He helped me with my initial stress and confusion, and his help led me through the tough process. I will recommend him to anyone in need of a good lawyer, this experience was made easier with a good counsel.
Posted by Treyvan | October 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great professionalism and clear communication
I was dealing with a tough case and found Mr. Bartlett at a great time. He knew how to answer all of my questions with clarity and treated me with respect and consideration throughout the process. I will recommend Mr. Bartlett from here on out.
Kurt W. Bartlett's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Kurt is a wealth of knowledge and an effective advocate for his clients. He is thorough, thoughtful, and compassionate."
"Kurt is a highly skilled and compassionate lawyer who gets his clients great results. He's successfully handled a lot of cases, he is the go to guy for DUI's, and he knows how to get a Not Guilty verdict at jury trial!"
"Kurt's experience in law enforcement makes him an invaluable resource for both his clients and fellow lawyers. He knows his stuff, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone needing a criminal defense attorney."
"I have known Kurt for many years. We were on the Metro Police Dept for years. Kurt is who I turn to when I have questions about DUI. I highly recommend him, He is someone you want in your corner."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Kurt for many years. I know that he works hard for his clients and cares about them. I highly recommend this lawyer."
"Kurt Bartlett is an exceptional lawyer. I've seen him achieve incredible results in some of the toughes lt cases."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I've seen Kurt work endlessly to give his client the best representation possible. As a former police officer he knows the ins and outs of the law."
"Kurt is a very intelligent and experienced DUI trial lawyer. I highly recommend him."
"Criminal defense lawyers often encounter emotional facts and potentially life-changing results. Despite these challenges, Kurt gives his clients his respect, an honest price and a solid effort. I am honored to endorse his work."
"Kurt is a very knowledgeable and professional criminal defense attorney. He is considerate and accessible to his clients. I highly recommend Kurt!"
"Kurt Bartlett is an excellent lawyer and consistently gets great results for his clients. I would highly recommend!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Kurt is an excellent and highly respected lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kurt Bartlett is an excellent DUI attorney who is also extremely knowledgeable."
"I endorse this lawyer. As a former Metro Nashville Policeman, Mr. Bartlett has an exceptional knowledge of all aspects of a Nashville- Davidson County DUI."
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Experience
Honors
1998
Army Commendation Medal, US ARMY
1995
Army Achievement Medal, US Army
1992
Humanitarian Service Medal, US Army
1991
National Defense Service Medal, US ARMY
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, Bartlett Injury & Trial Law
2006 - 2011
Associate, Marlowe Law Offices, PLLC
1999 - 2006
Police Sergeant, Metro Nashville Police Department
1991 - 1998
Sergeant, United States Army
Associations
2006 - Present
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Tennessee v. L.T.
NOT Guilty after Jury Trial.
State of Tennessee v. R.M.
Not GuiltyVerdict after Bench Trial
State of Tennessee v. T.C.
Cases Dismissed
State of Tennessee v. J.E.B.
Jury = Not Guilty on All Counts
State of Tennessee v. J.B.
DUI case was plead down to Public Intoxication - no jail time and a small fine.
State of Tennessee v. Countless Nashville Clients
Dismissed
Education
2010
Nashville School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
Defense Language Institute
Spanish Language Basic Course
1992
John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School
Civil Affairs Course
N/A
Aquinas College (Nashville, TN)
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Daily
Law
Publications
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If you have access to 2 vehicles what prevents you from installing interlock on one car while using the other car?
25 Jan 2015
Q&A
Can drunk testimony be used to convict someone of DUI?
29 Jan 2015
Q&A
If I am in violation of probation am I still on probation until I go to court for the violation?
03 Aug 2012