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My name is Joshua T. Crain and I was an Assistant District Attorney General in McMinnville, Tennessee for over six years before starting my private practice.  I focus primarily on criminal defense, but also handle juvenile delinquency cases, divorce, family law matters, and DCS actions.. As a criminal attorney I have obtained aquittals by a jury in cases including felony murder, aggravated child abuse, and DUI.  I put my extensive criminal law experience to work for my clients everyday, whether it's through negotiations with the District Attorney General's office or in the courtroom arguing motions or conducting jury trials.

My law firm's practice areas are concentrated in both criminal defense and civil litigation.  Every attorney at Parkerson | Santel PLLC has previously served as a state prosecutor and has a significant amount of experience in the prosecution of criminal cases and in criminal defense.  As criminal defense attorneys, we handle all types of criminal cases, both misdemeanors and felonies, at both the trial court and appellate court levels.. In addition to my criminal practice, I handle a wide variety of civil cases ranging from personal injury, insurance defense, governmental law, civil rights litigation, contract disputes, and other matters.  Based on my experience in civil and criminal law, I have had the privilege of speaking to community groups, professional organizations, university students, high school students, bar associations, law enforcement agencies, and other groups on various legal topics and topics for professional development.. I am an adjunct professor at Middle Tennessee State University in the Department of Criminal Justice Administration.  I have held this position since 2010.

Thomas is a founding member and managing partner at the firm of Parkerson Santel Garner, PLLC. He began the practice of law in the firm of Boston, Holt, Sockwell & Durham in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee with a focus on family law and personal injury. In 2005 Thomas took the opportunity to move to Murfreesboro and work for the District Attorney General's office prosecuting all types of criminal matters. As a prosecutor, Thomas obtained crucial courtroom experience handling matters as small as a public intoxication and as serious as a first degree murder.. After 6 years of prosecution, Thomas decided to re-enter private practice at Bennett, Parkerson & Bray an associaton of attorneys.  With his extensive prosecution background he began to focus on criminal defense. In 2014, with his childhood friend Tommy Santel and former prosecutor as well, they opened the firm of Parkerson Santel Garner, PLLC.  The firm then hired an associate, Travis Lampley, also a former prosecutor thus making Parkerson Santel Garner, PLLC the only firm in Rutherford County comprised of all former prosecutors that now handle criminal defense.. Althouth the firm also handles personal injury, insurance defense, family and domestic law including child custody, divorce and various other matters, Mr. Parkerson nearly exclusively handles only criminal matters, inlcuding but not limited to DUI defense, drug charges, and any and all misdemeanor or felony charges.. In addition to his law practice, Thomas also takes a role in community leadership and volunteer opportunities. He is the past, President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer of the Rutherford and Cannon County Bar Association. He is a member of the Tennessee Bar Association, the Murfreesboro Inns of Courts and also the Murfreesboro Noon Rotary Club. He is a former Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Murfreesboro YMCA, and currently sits as President of the Board of Directors for the Recovery / DUI / Drug Court of Rutherford County and is on the Board of Directors with the Murfreesboro Soccer Club.  He has given numerous seminars on various topics including issues regarding domestic assault, search and seizure, probable cause, and juvenile defense. Thomas has also been involved in the Murfreesboro JDRF chapter to help raise awareness for type 1 diabetes.. Thomas coaches his children in soccer, baseball, and basketball and above all enjoys spending time with his family. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee at Martin in 1999 and his law degree from Mississippi College School of Law in 2003. He is licensed to practice in Mississippi and Tennessee and was admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court in 2015.

Our office offers the personal attention required to find the best resolution to your legal issues. Your case will be handled by an experienced and diligent attorney who honestly cares about you. Attorney Russell Nixon specializes in Criminal Law, but he also deals with personal injury and auto accidents, business matters, and wills & trusts.

With more than 40 years of diverse criminal justice experience, Allen Hale is excited to bring his unique qualifications to Brunelle Conklin. Born and raised in Murfreesboro, Allen has served this community for more than half of his life. First as a paramedic before transitioning into law enforcement, where he started off as a Patrol Officer and was ultimately promoted to Major Crimes Investigator/Supervisor of Major Crimes for the Special Investigative Unit.. Allen went on to graduate from Middle Tennessee State University with a degree in Criminal Justice and later earned his J.D. Degree at Nashville School of Law. From there he spent almost a decade working as a Criminal Defense Attorney, where he defended scores of people in a full range of major felonies to minor misdemeanors. Most recently he served as an Assistant District Attorney of Rutherford County for twelve years. From the arrest to the prosecution to the defense, Allen literally understands all angles of a case and will use his decades of training, knowledge, and experience to help you understand all of your options, prepare a tough and aggressive trial strategy when needed, and achieve the best possible outcome for your unique situation.. As a part of Brunelle | Conklin law now Allen and his colleagues are prepared to assist you with a full range of legal issues (i.e. criminal, civil, personal injury, and transactional law). If you are faced with any type of criminal allegation, call today to set up your free and private consultation with Allen. Allen has been married to his high school sweetheart for more than 40 years and has two daughters and two granddaughters he is infinitely proud of. He is an avid MTSU fan with a deep-rooted love for his hometown of Murfreesboro.

If you were playing the biggest game of your life how helpful would it be to have someone on your team who used to be on the opposing team?  Someone who had been involved in every aspect of the other team‘s game and gameplan?  What if the competition wasn’t just a game?  What if the stakes were so high that your freedom was in jeopardy?  How much more would you want someone who spent a lifetime working with the opposing side?. I am that person you need.  I was in law enforcement for twenty years.   My experience is spread between the United States Marine Corps, the Riverside County (CA) Sheriff‘s Department and the Bowling Green (KY) Police Department.  I know how to help you with your charges because chances are I’ve made the exact same arrest multiple times.  My unique experiences help me to evaluate your case as very few other attorneys can: from the standpoint of the arresting officer.  I can advise you how best to challenge your case because I will recognize any mistakes made by the police.. When you call me you will speak with me.   You will not get my secretary   or my answering service.  You will talk directly to me.  I also answer my phone at night and on weekends.. I practice only criminal defense law in Nashville/Davidson County and other surrounding counties (Sumner, Robertson, Williamson, Wilson and Rutherford).. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree from Hope International University in Fullerton, California.  I also graduated Cum Laude with a Master's degree from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia.. I attended the Nashville School of Law and graduated ranked third among sixty-eight students.  I was inducted into Nashville School of Law's honor society, Cooper's Inn.   I am a member of the Tennessee Bar Association, the Nashville Bar Association, and the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys.

I was born and raised in Murfreesboro, Tennessee and attended Middle Tennessee State University where I received my Bachelor's Degree.  After college I enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and continued my training during my time in Law School until my enlistment ended in 2015.  I attended law school at the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at University of Memphis.. While attending law school, I clerked for the Shelby County Public Defender’s Office and the Shelby County District Attorney’s Office.  Upon graduation, I returned to Murfreesboro to serve as law clerk to Judge J. Mark Rogers in the Circuit Court of Rutherford County, Tennessee, which gave me significant experience in civil litigation matters as well as many hours spent in the courtroom.. I joined Bennett & Michael as an associate attorney in 2015, where I focus mainly on civil litigation and criminal defense cases.  I am also a  volunteer for the Tennessee Achieves program where I mentor high school seniors to help prepare them for post secondary education as part of the new state initiative to increase enrollment in post secondary programs such as trade schools and Associates Degree programs around Tennessee.

I'm a Murfreesboro attorney who practices in Middle Tennessee. I will handle all types criminal and family law cases and will also probate estates and draft wills. I grew up in Culleoka, Tennessee in Maury County and later attended Cumberland University in Lebanon, Tennessee as a student-athlete. While at Cumberland University I played baseball and majored in Criminal Justice. I recieved my bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Middle Tennessee State University. While at MTSU, I interned for the Rutherford County District Attorney's Office. After college, I began working as a court officer for Judge Ben Hall McFarlin, Jr. and attended law school at night. Working for Judge McFarlin for over four years gave me invaluable insight into the legal system. As a court officer I was able to see how thousands of criminal cases were handled and how they were resolved. My internship with the Rutherford County District Attorney's Office and my experience as a court officer has allowed me to provide my clients with high quality representation. The law is not my only passion in life. I enjoy doing anything athletic and in my free time I like playing softball and bowling. I also enjoy spending time with my family and love to watch my younger brothers play baseball and bowl as well. Family is one of the most important things in life and I realize the impact that certain legal situations can have on a family. If you or someone you know has a family law issue or is charged with a crime, I will provide the kind of dedicated representation needed.

I was born and raised in Middle Tennessee.  Having attended and graduated Middle Tennessee State University in 1999, after leaving the U.S. Army in 1994, with an Honorable Discharge, Murfreesboro has been my home for a long time.  The Daubenspeck Law Office has been a stable part of Murfreesboro since leaving the District Attorney's Office in May of 2005.  We work hard for our clients to help them get the best results possible under the circumstances.  We will honestly answer your quesitons and be truthful in our advise to you.  As a member of the Better Business Bureau we are held to a high standard and try to exceed our client's expectations.  Give us a call and we can help you resolve your case.

Michael Auffinger chose a career in criminal law so that he could be a fierce advocate for constitutional rights. It does not matter what you did or did not do – justice demands that law enforcement treat you fairly and not obtain evidence through illegal means. Even when criminal acts have taken place, the government often overcharges defendants and deals penalties that are much harsher than what the situation warrants. Attorney Auffinger thoroughly investigates every detail of a case to make sure this does not happen. He knows how stressful this situation is for his clients and guides them through every step of the legal process so they can make informed, strategic decisions regarding their case. While he is here to help clients and make recommendations, he knows that the client is in charge and has the final say for all important decisions.

Since 1983 Bob Massey has been trying cases mostly in the southern Middle Tennessee area in both state and federal courts.  During five of those years (1987-1992) he served as the Public Defender for the 22nd Judicial District.. He is active in both professional and civil affairs giving service with honesty and integrity.  Bob has served as an officer and board member of various civic and charitable organizations including the Exchange Club and the Middle Tennessee Council for the Boy Scouts where he serves on the Board of Directors and from which he has received the Silver Beaver Award.. He has been recognized by his peers from across the state based on his having devoted time and sacrificed his practice to advance the rights of those citizens accused of a crime by being awarded the Robert W. Ritchie Award on two occasions (1992 and 1993).. He remains extremely active as a life member in both the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Tennessee Association for Justice (formerly Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association).  He has served on the Board of Directors for TACDL on three occasions for a total of nine years and is a past president of TACDL, having served in that capacity in 1993-1994.  He also served on the Board of the Tennessee Trial Lawyers from 2000 to 2005.  His practice is divided between civil litigation and criminal defense in both state and federal courts.. Bob has testified and provided expert testimony in criminal trials in both state and federal courts and is certified as a specialist under Tennessee's Certification Law in the area of Criminal Practice.  He has also lectured on various topics to state associations in the area of criminal defense.

Joseph Andrew Jones is a dedicated attorney based in Gadsden, Alabama, with a broad range of legal expertise. He practices in various areas of law, including Criminal Defense, Probate, Personal Injury, Juvenile Law, Workers' Compensation, and Real Estate Law.. Joseph is also a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and a Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM). His extensive knowledge of workplace safety, OSHA regulations, and hazardous materials management uniquely positions him to handle workers' compensation cases with a high degree of expertise. This specialized knowledge ensures that he can provide comprehensive legal support to clients navigating the complexities of workplace injuries and safety regulations.. Joseph is committed to delivering professional and timely legal services. His dedication to his clients is reflected in his approach to handling each case with meticulous care and a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes.

I enjoy many activites outside of practicing law including biking and running. I have 3 small children and a wonderful wife. I spend a lot of time working with my clients to help them achieve the goals they want and I find the practice of law to be extremely rewarding.

Wes grew up in Muldrow, OK, a small town in eastern Oklahoma.  During high school, he enjoyed quiz bowl, speech and debate, and playing in the band.. After high school, he attended Duke University in Durham, NC, where he double-majored in economics and philosophy.  He remembers fondly the 2001 basketball season when he was a sophomore and Duke won the National Championship.. After undergrad, he attended Washington University in St. Louis School of law, where he received his J.D.  After law school, he thought (briefly) about attending medical school, and entered into a post-baccalaurate/pre-medicine program at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.. After sitting for the Oklahoma bar, Wes entered into prosecution, and worked for the State of Oklahoma as an assistant District Attorney.  Following that, he worked at a small firm in McAlester.  In 2014, Wes opened his own law firm, and has since immensely enjoyed practicing on his own, where he can better serve his clients.. When he’s not in court, he can be found doing various nerdy things like playing Magic the Gathering, video games, or reading about space.  Other than that, he enjoys driving, watching OU football, and Duke basketball.. EDUCATION:. -Duke University, A.B. 2003 (Economics and Philosophy). -Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, J.D. 2006. ADMITTED TO PRACTICE:. -Oklahoma. -Federal District Court (Northern, Eastern, Western Oklahoma; Western Texas). -United States Court of Appeals, 10th Circuit. -Cherokee Nation. -Choctaw Nation

I am a dad.  I have two wonderful sons and a beautiful wife that has supported my decision to dedicate my life to the law.  I believe that the greatest defense is a strong offense and therefore I prepare every case as if I were going to go to trial.

HOUSE CALLS ARE POSSIBLE, BUT YOU WILL HAVE TO AGREE FOR ME TO BRING ONE OR MORE WITNESSES WITH ME WHEN MAKING ANY HOUSE CALLS.. First, let me say, although I am physically located in Southern Oklahoma, I work ALL OVER THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA.   I limit the amount of cases I handle at any given time so that my clients get the best representation I can give them.  And, since returning to private practice in 2012, I have handled a lot of DPS work for other attorneys at the administrative level, district court level and supreme court level. Although I can't say I specialize in the area, I can say I have "special knowledge" in the area that most attorneys in Oklahoma do not have.  If you are dealing with a license revocation issue with the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety, contact me. My clients call me "The DPS Attorney".. My biggest accomplishment and biggest win against DPS was just a little over a year after leaving DPS in the Roulston v. DPS and Tucker v DPS cases.   Although there has been many articles and stories written about this issue, you seldom see my name mentioned.   No news reporter ever talked personally with me; however, the argument was totally mine--no other attorney over the years had discovered this argument.  I came up with the argument, I tried the cases and I personally performed all the briefing.. I made the facial defect argument in court without letting anyone know I was making the argument.  I knew it was a winner back in 2008-2009, but had trouble getting other attorneys to understand and/or grasp the concept.  So I remained quiet about the issue until I returned to private practice in 2012.  In March/April, 2013  I tried the Tucker vs. DPS case one day, which was taken under advisement.  The second day I tried the Roulston case--and we won on the facial defect issue before Judge Croy in Oklahoma County.  (Note:  I had already tried two other cases in Tulsa Court wherein the Judge's ruled against me.)   The Judge found the revocations were void ab initio.   The issue became known by DUI attorneys all over the state.   Suddenly, many Oklahoma attorneys were wanting to hire me to handle their client's DPS cases.   Here is what one article said:. "Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals recently decided 6 combined cases regarding the validity of the breath test affidavit........ Because of their action--ALL breath tests and refusals where the affidavit was printed on the Intoxilzyer 8000 are invalid.  This decision was handed down on October 9, 2013.  DPS had known of the issue for several years but took no action to correct it.  Within a matter of hours of the decision being issued, emails went out to all operators instructiong how to correc the issue for future tests.". A class action is pending which resulted from my big win against DPS.    So if you were arrested in Oklahoma between August 2008 and October 2013, you should check and see if you are entitled to be part of the class action.  I am not involved in the class action as I was not offerred any partnership nor any share in bringing the action based on the facial defect claim so you will need to check with those attorneys who may currently be handling that litigation as to your possible participation.  Don't miss your opportunity.  Be sure and contact the attorneys handling the class action.. Now for a little background.   I previously worked for the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety (DPS) and was the Deputy Chief Legal Counsel at that agency for a number of years.  I was born and raised in Ardmore, Southern Oklahoma.   I began my legal career working as a legal secretary for a law firm in Ardmore, Oklahoma.  Several years later, I became a paralegal and worked in that position until attending law school.  I have been working in the legal field for over 35 years.. I was a litigator in private practice in Ardmore, Oklahoma until July, 2004 when I accepted a position at the DPS Legal Division.  I began working for the DPS in August, 2004 as an Associate Legal Counsel and was officially promoted to Deputy Chief Legal Counsel (2nd in command in the Legal Division) in July, 2006.. For close to a decade, I have dealt with implied consent license revocation cases on a daily basis.  I have several published opinions in the Oklahoma Supreme Court and Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals.   I have traveled all over the State of Oklahoma trying cases and participating in administrative hearings.  After eight (8) years with the Department, I decided to return to private practice.  As of September 1, 2012, I returned to private practice  litigating cases for licensees  against the Oklahoma DPS.. In May, 2013, I  moved from Oklahoma City back to my hometown of Ardmore, Oklahoma.  After winding down a practice of mainly DPS license revocations, I went back to handling litigation in other areas such as domestic relations, probate, general civil and DUI along with driver license revocations.. I am not one of those attorneys who,  once you pay your fee, you never see or hear from her again.  One of the biggest complaints I have heard from clients of other attorneys over the past 35 years of being involved in the legal field is a lack of communication after paying big money to the attorney, the attorney will never call them back and/or their case is assigned to an associate/junior lawyer or the client can only talk to the clerical staff. I understand a lack of communication is one of the biggest complaints the bar association deals with.   When you hire me, you get me.  In fact, you will have my personal cell phone number. I will keep you apprised of what is happening in your case at all times.  I will provided you with copies of all correspondence and pleadings involved in your case--unless you instruct me otherwise.   Sometimes hiring the attorney who is more interested in marketing themselves and making money is not the best attorney for you.  This is not to mean that all attorneys who advertise with big tv ads etc. are not worth their money. However, I believe the best advertisement  for us attorneys is recommendations by former/current clients and other attorneys/judges. So do a little research on your potential attorney before hiring her.   SEE:. Many attorneys will have the "BAC calculators" on their websites.  Beware of these.  Do not rely on them.  Reliance on those calculators can be very deceiving.  My best advice to you is that if you have drank ANY ALCOHOL in the last 4-6 hours, then DO NOT DRIVE.  Innocent people are convicted every day for DUI.  Remember:  You have the right to remain silent.  Anything you say can AND WILL BE USED AGAINST YOU.   So there is nothing wrong with "shutting up".  Don't be a chatter box.  What you say can and will be used against you.  If you admit to drinking "one beer" you are most likely going to be arrested for DUI.    Very common questions asked by police are "where are you coming from", "where are you going", and "do you know why I pulled you over?".   You may think these questions are harmless, but they are not.  Be very, very careful how you answer.  Understand, the police officer who stopped you is looking for a reason to arrest you.. Moreover, understand, ALCOHOL does not have to be involved in a DUI.  You can get a DUI for drugs, prescribed and non-prescribed, legal and non-legal.    You can be a 50 plus lady who takes nothing but doctor prescribed medication and be charged with DUI. Heck, you can get a DUI when you have taken no drugs nor ingested any alcohol.  Yes, IT HAPPENS.  Again, innocent people are convicted every day or innocent people plead guilty everyday because it is easier than fighting the judicial system.. For a decade, I only handled DPS cases and that is the area of law that all my published opinions are in.  However, I do handle other civil cases.. If you want an attorney who will personally handle your case and if you feel I am someone you would like to hire, please contact me.. Note:  "The DPS Attorney" and "OklahomaDPSattorney" are Oklahoma Registered Trademarks.