69/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 500 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Mount Juliet, TN: 2026 rankings
192 criminal defense lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in Mount Juliet: Beasley Law Criminal Defense Attorneys, LFR Score 69/100; 4.9★ from 500 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Open 24 hours (per Google): KETRON COMPANY, PLLC./ LAW OFFICE of MICAH C. KETRON, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 192.
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Most-reviewed: Legal Powers PLLC, 509 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 192 ranked; ranked #31.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
192 Mount Juliet criminal defense lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 32 are open 24/7, 42 open Saturdays and 36 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 192 rated law firms.
Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Mount Juliet at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beasley Law Criminal Defense Attorneys | 69 | 4.9★ (500) | Nashville, 13 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | KETRON COMPANY, PLLC./ LAW OFFICE of MICAH C. KETRON | 69 | 5.0★ (309) | Gallatin, 14 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Maniatis Law PLLC | 69 | 4.8★ (288) | Nashville, 9 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | Frank Lannom Law Group | 68 | 5.0★ (169) | Lebanon, 13 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 5 | Ridings Law Group, P.C. | 67 | 5.0★ (136) | Nashville, 15 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 6 | PNC Law Criminal Defense Attorney | 67 | 4.8★ (178) | Nashville, 14 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | Herbert & Lux | 67 | 5.0★ (89) | Goodlettsville, 14 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 8 | Ladner Criminal Defense & DUI Lawyer Nashville | 67 | 4.9★ (127) | Nashville, 15 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 9 | Law Office of Bernie McEvoy | 67 | 4.8★ (151) | Nashville, 15 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | Byron Pugh Legal | 66 | 4.9★ (109) | Nashville, 15 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
All 192 criminal defense lawyers in Mount Juliet, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Gallatin, 14 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 309 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Nashville, 9 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 288 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Lebanon, 13 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 169 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Nashville, 15 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 136 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Nashville, 14 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 178 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Goodlettsville, 14 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 89 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Nashville, 15 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 127 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Nashville, 15 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 151 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#10 Byron Pugh Legal
Based in Nashville, 15 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 109 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Nashville, 14 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 174 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#12 NASH LAW
Based in Nashville, 15 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 170 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Nashville, 15 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 248 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Murfreesboro, 25 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 239 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Nashville, 15 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 129 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Lebanon, 11 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 79 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#17 Will Tippens Law
Based in Nashville, 13 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 103 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Franklin, 28 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 229 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Nashville, 17 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Franklin, 29 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 190 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#21 Larsen Law PLLC
Based in Franklin, 28 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 134 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Nashville, 16 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 78 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#23 Vasek & Robbins
Based in Lebanon, 13 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 226 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#24 Horst Law
Based in Goodlettsville, 13 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Lebanon, 13 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 141 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Criminal defense lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 192 ranked criminal defense lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Mount Juliet
20 more criminal defense lawyers within 30 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
How we ranked Mount Juliet criminal defense lawyers
We scored 192 Mount Juliet criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Mount Juliet data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a criminal defense lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many criminal defense matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the lawyer regularly appears in the court where your case is filed.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a criminal defense lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- What does the flat fee cover, and what costs extra if the case goes to trial?
- Who will appear with me at each hearing?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Criminal defense lawyers in Mount Juliet: frequently asked questions
Which criminal defense lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Mount Juliet?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked criminal defense lawyer in Mount Juliet, TN is Beasley Law Criminal Defense Attorneys with an LFR Score of 69/100. It has 4.9★ from 500 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. KETRON COMPANY, PLLC./ LAW OFFICE of MICAH C. KETRON (#2) and Maniatis Law PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 192 criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many criminal defense lawyers are there in Mount Juliet?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 192 criminal defense lawyers serving Mount Juliet, TN. 1 of them is based in Mount Juliet; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 30 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which criminal defense lawyers in Mount Juliet are open 24/7?
32 ranked criminal defense lawyers in Mount Juliet post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Beasley Law Criminal Defense Attorneys (#1), KETRON COMPANY, PLLC./ LAW OFFICE of MICAH C. KETRON (#2) and Maniatis Law PLLC (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which criminal defense lawyers in Mount Juliet work on weekends?
42 of 192 ranked criminal defense lawyers post Saturday hours and 36 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Beasley Law Criminal Defense Attorneys (#1), KETRON COMPANY, PLLC./ LAW OFFICE of MICAH C. KETRON (#2) and Maniatis Law PLLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Mount Juliet criminal defense lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 192 rated criminal defense lawyers in Mount Juliet is 4.8★, with a median of 35 reviews. Legal Powers PLLC has the most, 509 reviews, and ranks #31. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank criminal defense lawyers?
Each criminal defense lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do criminal defense lawyers outside Mount Juliet count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Mount Juliet city center, our service radius for criminal defense lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can criminal defense lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do criminal defense lawyers in Mount Juliet, TN charge?
Criminal defense lawyers usually charge a flat fee per stage (for example, through a plea or through trial) or an hourly rate. Contingency fees are not allowed in criminal cases under ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $219 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
What if I can’t afford a criminal defense lawyer?
If a charge can lead to jail, the court must appoint a lawyer for you if you cannot afford one (Gideon v. Wainwright, 1963; Argersinger v. Hamlin, 1972). Ask about a public defender at your first court appearance. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of criminal defense lawyers in Mount Juliet, TN ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Mount Juliet?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Mount Juliet
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 192 criminal defense lawyers serving Mount Juliet.
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