Franklin was born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee and graduated from West High School in 2006. He graduated from the University of the South, more commonly known as Sewanee, in 2010. While at Sewanee he participated in Residential Life and the Swim Team and earned several academic accolades. Following graduation from Sewaee, Franklin attended the University of Memphis for law school. While in law school he was a staff member of the University of Memphis Law Review and was recognized for academic achievement several times. Franklin has experience in criminal defense, civil litigation, juvenile defense, and immigration law.
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| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| TN | Active | 2013 | 04/15/2021 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Best Brief, Legal Methods II | University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law | 2011 |
| Best Oral Advocate, Legal Methods II | University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law | 2011 |
| Business Organizations | CALI Excellence for the Future Award | 2011 |
| Dean's List | University of the South | 2009 |
| Academic Honor Roll | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference | 2008 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | The Isaacs Law Firm | 2014 - Present |
| Associate | The Law Offices of Jamie B. Naini | 2014 - 2014 |
| Clerk | The Isaacs Law Firm | 2013 - 2014 |
| Extern | Shelby County District Attorney's Office | 2012 - 2012 |
| Clerk | Knox County District Attorney's Office | 2011 - 2012 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Bar Association | Member | 2017 - Present |
| Hamilton Burnett American Inn of Court | Barrister | 2016 - Present |
| Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2014 - Present |
| Knoxville Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
| University of Memphis Law Review | Staff Member | 2011 - 2013 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2013 |
| University of the South | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2010 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Micah Johnson v. State, No. E2019-00491-CCA-R3-PC, 2020 WL 5362353 (Tenn. Crim. App. Sept. 8, 2020) | Remanded to Post-Conviction Court |
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Kelly Tanner, Criminal defense Attorney on May 17, 2019
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I endorse this lawyer. Franklin does an exceptional job handling cases for his clients and does so with great skill.
James Owen, Federal crime Attorney on Nov 17, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer.
Gregory Isaacs, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 6, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer.
Ashlee Mathis, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 16, 2016
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Franklin is an extremely hardworking and creative attorney that puts his focus on ensuring the best results for his clients.
Ryan Smith, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 9, 2015
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Franklin Ammons is an intelligent and hardworking attorney. I highly endorse this lawyer.
Franklin is a highly skilled and very respected attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
John Baugh, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 11, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Franklin possesses a vigorous and professional demeanor in the courtroom. Combined with his superior work ethic, Franklin has the qualities that are necessary for the best representation possible. I'm certain that any potential client would feel highly satisfied by their representation from Franklin.
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