Daniel Joseph Taylor

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Daniel Joseph Taylor

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Jackson, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI

312 East Lafayette Street, Jackson, TN

About Daniel

Biography

Criminal Defense Trial Attorney

Criminal defense trial attorney with over 135 jury trials and over a thousand preliminary hearings experience.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 65%

All State criminal charges General Sessions Circuit Court Court of Criminal Appeals Tennessee Supreme Court

34 years

65%
Federal Crime 20%

Federal District Court -West, TN US Court of Appeals Sixth Circuit

27 years

20%
DUI and DWI 15%

34 years

15%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 34 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Daniel Joseph Taylor

312 East Lafayette Street, Jackson, TN, 38301

spraginslaw.com/daniel-j-taylor/

Daniel Joseph Taylor's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Shaun | July 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best in the business hands down

Mr Taylor handled several cases for me and my wife he has done excellent work inside the court room and outside the court room. He was always prompt about answering any questions I had and he explained to me everything that was going on to where I could understand. I feel he handled everything I paid... him for and even a few issues I had he didn't charge me for I have hired him on a few different cases for me and I have been very happy with his performance and his capabilities I wouldn't hire anyone else. He will be my attorney any time issues should arise where I need a criminal defense attorney

Posted by Ashley | September 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Call Him!

Mr. Taylor is professional, calm, and efficient. He was able to negotiate my charges from 4 Felonies to 1 Misdemeanor. He will give you honest and realistic advice. If you are dealing with the TN Comptroller's office, you ned to call him! Do not talk to the comptroller, they are not are your side. Th...ey like to say things like, " Let's wrap this up" or "I just need to ask you a few questions". Do not speak to them without an attorney. Mr. Taylor can walk you through the process and communicate with the district attorney on your behalf. He is affordable and worth every penny!

Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Saved my boyfriend from an Aggravated Assult Felony

Daniel is amazing. My boyfriend and I were looking at losing our entire lives due to an Aggravated Assult felony. He saved our entire lives. He was able to get the charges dropped. No probation, court costs or fees. He was worth every penny. He has many connections and knows the law well. I would 100...% recommend him.

Posted by Youlanda | December 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A very pleased client

Attny Taylor was prompt with responding throughout the entire time he was representing. He treated us like individuals and always listened. Mr. Taylor painted a clear picture in court to the judge so that my son was seen as a person first not a criminal. He represented my son facing seven charges and... got him probation. We are grateful to have had a honest lawyer and Daniel Taylor comes highly recommended.

Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very Helpful

I went to Mr. Taylor office with a legal issue with my son. I spoke with his assistant and within a couple hours Mr. Taylor was calling my phone wanting to know the details. Within 3 hours Mr. Taylor had contacted the proper people to get my son warrant lifted. He calls you and keep you updated. I wi...sh I would have called Mr. Taylor first. I feel so confident knowing I have an attorney who cares and follow up.

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Daniel Joseph Taylor's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Shipley

Unknown lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked as an attorney in Tennessee for 2 years. I had the pleasure of watching Daniel Taylor in court frequently. He is intelligent and he knows how to negotiate resolutions. He is well respected among his peers and always willing to help other attorneys. I learned a great deal from watching and listening to him. He knows the law and represents his clients with respect and professionalism."

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Christopher Clark

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very well regarded in his field."

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Christopher Coats

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. His writings are very understandable. His thinking is clear and easy to follow."

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Teresa Luna

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I wholeheartedly endorse Daniel Taylor. He is an attorney who gives 110% to every client and every case. He is extremely well respected in the legal community because of his legal knowledge, his legal skills, and his advocacy on behalf of his clients. People with criminal issues would be wise to trust Daniel Taylor with their cases."

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Robert Gilligan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very experienced lawyer."

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Jennifer McEwen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Teresa Luna

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys, America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Board Certified Criminal Trial Law, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Criminal Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer 2009, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer 2008, Mid South Super Lawyers

2000

Criminal Trial Specialist, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2000

Criminal Trial Specialist, Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization

Work Experience

1993 - 1999

Chief Assistant Public Defender, Tennessee Public Defender 26th Judicial District

1990 - 1992

Law clerk, Tennessee Office of Attorney General Criminal Division

Associations

Tennessee Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section

Member

Madison County Bar Association

Member

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2004 - 2004

Jackson-Madison-Henderson County Bar Association

Past President

2003 - 2004

Jackson-Madison-Henderson County Bar Association

Vice President

1998 - 2001

Tennessee Association Criminal Defense Lawyers

West TN Board of Director

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Current member of Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Cole-Pugh, 588 S.W.3d 254, 260 (Tenn. 2019).

Conviction reversed and remanded for new trial

State of Tennessee v. Brandon Cole Pugh

The Tennessee Supreme Court reversed the conviction and held the issue had properly been raised and granted a new trial.

U.S. V. Chad Hearn

Conviction reversed

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Education

1992

Nashville School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Middle Tennessee State University

Speaking Engagements

2010

Being Ethical & Effective in your Practice

Ethics Questions & Answers for Criminal Practioners

Publications

2008

For The Defense (TN Ass of Criminal Defense Lawyers Making the Informant show up/Confrontation Issues in Federal Court

2007

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Sizing up the Other Side/Interviewing State's Witnesses

Languages

English

Activity

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