Defense attorney fees vary based on the complexity of the charges, the stage of the case, and the time required to build an effective defense. A misdemeanor case typically costs less than a felony case, and cases that go to trial generally require more time and resources than those resolved through pretrial negotiations. PNC Law evaluates each case individually and discusses fees during your initial consultation. We also offer affordable payment options to help make quality legal representation accessible during a difficult time. Call (615) 785-2000 to discuss your case and the costs involved.

Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct prohibit attorneys from advertising themselves as “the best” or claiming to be superior to other firms, so no Nashville defense attorney can legally make that claim. What we can share is that PNC Law is consistently among the highest-reviewed criminal defense firms on Google in Nashville, with strong client satisfaction across cases involving DUI, drug charges, domestic violence, and serious felonies. We encourage prospective clients to read our reviews, evaluate our case results, and schedule a consultation to determine whether PNC Law is the right fit for their case.

PNC Law’s attorneys are licensed to practice law in Tennessee. Founder Philip N. Clark earned his JD from Nashville School of Law in 2015 and brings more than two decades of prior law enforcement experience, including service as a police sergeant with the Metro Nashville Police Department and work as a probation and parole officer. He has completed major National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) DUI training courses, including Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST), Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) and the Standard Field Sobriety Test Instructors course. Attorneys Alyssa Martin and Mykela Lesso have both attended the Standard Field Sobriety Test course. All of our attorneys actively practice in Davidson County and the surrounding Middle Tennessee courts.

No defense attorney can ethically guarantee a specific outcome in a criminal case, and any attorney who does should be approached with caution. Trial verdicts depend on facts, evidence, witness testimony, judicial rulings, and jury decisions — all factors no attorney controls. What PNC Law can provide is thorough case evaluation, aggressive defense strategy, protection of your constitutional rights, and clear communication throughout your case. Our case results reflect the favorable outcomes we’ve secured through diligent defense work, including dismissals, charge reductions, and not-guilty verdicts.

Yes. The consequences of a criminal conviction extend far beyond fines or jail time. A criminal record can affect employment, housing, professional licensing, immigration status, and child custody. A defense attorney protects your constitutional rights, evaluates whether law enforcement followed proper procedures, identifies opportunities to suppress evidence or dismiss charges, and negotiates with the prosecutor to seek reduced charges or alternative sentencing. Even when conviction is unavoidable, an experienced defense attorney can often minimize the long-term impact. Public defenders provide important services but typically carry heavy caseloads that limit the time they can dedicate to each case, while PNCLaw allows for focused, individualized defense.

Yes. PNC Law represents clients throughout Middle Tennessee, including Davidson County, Rutherford County (Murfreesboro), Williamson County, and surrounding jurisdictions. Our attorneys are familiar with the local court procedures, judges, and prosecutors across these counties, which allows us to provide effective representation regardless of where your case is being heard.

PNC Law is located at 615 Main St #116, Nashville, TN 37206. Our office is just 1.1 miles from the Justice A.A. Birch Building — the main Davidson County criminal courthouse — across the Victory Memorial Bridge. This proximity means we can quickly move between client meetings and court appearances when your case requires it. Call (615) 785-2000 or visit our contact page to schedule a consultation.

PNC Law has three attorneys, each bringing different strengths to the firm’s criminal defense practice. Philip N. Clark, the firm’s founder, has more than two decades of prior law enforcement experience with Metro Nashville Police, plus completion of major NHTSA DUI training courses — making him particularly well-suited for DUI cases and complex impaired driving defense. Alyssa Jade Martin brings modern legal training from Belmont University College of Law and NHTSA ARIDE certification, with a focus on DUI, drug crimes, assault, domestic violence, and theft cases. Mykela Leigh Lesso rounds out the team, contributing to the firm’s defense work across criminal matters in Davidson County.

When you contact PNC Law, we’ll match your case with the attorney best suited to your specific charge and circumstances. All three work together as a team, so you benefit from the firm’s collective experience regardless of who handles your case directly. Schedule a free consultation by calling (615) 785-2000, and we’ll discuss your case and the right attorney to represent you.