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A. Sais Phillips Finney

4.3
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 16 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Memphis, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

200 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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About A. Sais

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 60%

Violent and Non-violent felonies & misdemeanors: Possession, drug sales and conspiracies, assaults, murder and attempted murder, domestic violence, shoplifting, theft, embezzlement, etc.

16 years

60%
DUI and DWI 40%

DUI 1st and multiple DUI offenses misdemeanor and felony DUI offenses. I represent clients in Memphis, Germantown, Collierville, Bartlett and other parts of West TN.

13 years

40%

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 16 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2010

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Law Offices of A. Sais Phillips Finney

200 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN, 38103

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A. Sais Phillips Finney's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

5 star (10)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (2)

Posted by Keisha | June 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Germantown lawyer

I hired her for my Germantown case. She handled everything. Very professional. Got me dismissed on court costs. Will definitely use her again.

Posted by Chris | December 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Unprofessional

Was hired for a custody case and was paid in full. Never did anything for our case. Would not return phone calls or emails. Have learned that she has closed her law firm. Would not recommend.

Posted by Athena | February 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Dui

I hired thinking she would be able to help me..... but she wasn't she did not even fight like she was suppose to then was not detailed on cost with me.... she just basicully took my Money did not show up to court on time when I called her as the judge advised she was unprofesional.... after cour she ...hurried and left with details don't use her

Posted by Kelly | August 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fabulous Lawyer

Hired Sais to handle my case, she was so kind, compassionate, and she fought for me. When I was at a point of giving up and settling, Ms. Finney would take time to go over the case-honestly letting me know how strong or weak my case is at that time. Keeping me inform of the next steps of what was ab...out to happen. It was absolutely comforting to know that I could trust her and just because a week went by without us speaking DIDN'T mean she wasn't working my case. She is a fabulous lawyer......

Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Nashville's Very Best Underrated, Over Achiever

I spoke with 5 attorneys in the Nashville area. 4 of the 5 wanted me to plead guilty, take the standard penalty. I hired this Melenated Queen who fought for my rights and justice. I had a very successful outcome!!!! Even the DA in Sumner county complimented how great she IS, and a privilege of worki...ng with someone of her talent and skill. Thanks. B.G.M. You Rock!!! Lizzie, you are Awesome and a Blessing to the firm.

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A. Sais Phillips Finney's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sherriff Richards

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse this lawyer. I have seen her in court and she is always prepared and effective. Sais is a zealous advocate for her clients."

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Cynthia Sherwood

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Rogers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Disbarment issued in TN, 2023

updated on 10/13/2023

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Suspension issued in TN, 2022

updated on 03/29/2023

Suspended means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension/Probation issued in TN, 2022

updated on 03/30/2023

Suspension/Probation means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. When the attorney returns to practice, the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Temporary Suspension issued in TN, 2020

updated on 12/23/2020

Temporary suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Censured issued in TN, 2020

updated on 05/07/2020

When an attorney is censured it means he or she did something wrong but may still practice law. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Publicly Censured issued in TN, 2020

updated on 10/13/2023

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2020

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyers of America

2014

Certificate, NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing

2007

Best Oral Advocate, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Partner, River Law Group, P.C.

2015 - 2019

Attorney, The Phillips Finney Firm

2010 - 2014

Attorney, Alston & Bird, LLP

2008 - 2009

Extern, Shelby County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

National College for DUI Defense

Member

2017 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI 2nd/Simple Possession/Contraband in Penal Institution

Dismissed

Conspiracy to Sell Cocaine

Dismissed

Felony Drug Possession

Misdemeanor Simple Possession - $250.00 Fine, No jail, No probation

DUI w/child

Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

DUI with Accident

Dismissed at Preliminary Hearing

DUI 3rd w/Accident

Bond reduced to $10,000 from $45,000 - no interlock, no SCRAM, no conditions

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Education

2009

University of Memphis - Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Memphis

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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