At Legal Powers, PLLC, we understand that simply being accused of a crime is a life-altering experience that has an immediate negative impact. The uncertainty of what the future holds for you, the outcome of your case, and your life in general can be overwhelming because of the looming shadow a criminal charge casts over you.

Whether you are facing misdemeanor criminal charges or felony criminal charges, your future and freedom are at stake. As experienced criminal defense attorneys based in Franklin, Tennessee, we are dedicated to providing skilled and aggressive legal representation to all of our clients throughout Franklin, Nashville, and the Middle Tennessee area.

With our representation and advocacy – that is selfishly client-oriented – we rehabilitate our clients’ visions of their futures that were undone, uncertain, and unclear by their criminal charges to bring calm focus, purposeful action, and diligent pursuit of successful outcomes to their futures once again.

The criminal defense team at Legal Powers, PLLC, equips every client we represent with a diverse criminal defense team that has over a decade of criminal litigation experience. Our criminal defense team is distinguished from other criminal defense law firms because of our diverse backgrounds and experiences working in and being a part of all aspects of the Tennessee criminal system that enable us to be effective advocates for our clients, their rights, and their futures.

Meet Your Criminal Defense Team

Attorney Ben Powers began his career as a criminal law clerk for Criminal Court Trial Judge Mark Fishburn in Nashville, Tennessee. As a criminal law clerk, Ben was tasked with researching and writing various legal opinions and orders for the Court based on evidence and testimony presented at pre-trial hearings and trials. Through his clerkship, Ben gained valuable perspective of courtroom procedure and case presentation; having observed and contributed to hundreds of hearings and trials.

To this day, Ben utilizes the lessons, experiences, and perspectives he developed as a criminal law clerk – which are the bedrock of his legal career –to craft successful defense strategies focused on compelling case presentation and client advocacy. His criminal defense strategies seize opportunities in the details and nuances of facts, incorporate advantages in the finer points of the law, and present persuasive arguments founded on logical inferences and conclusions developed by his acute approach.

Ben has been in private practice for over a decade and has successfully represented clients in a variety of criminal charges; from dismissals, reductions, and best-interest outcomes in DUI cases to Felony Drug cases and First-Degree Murder cases, as well as, various other criminal charges.

Attorney Lody Powers began her career as a prosecutor working in opposition to the criminal defense side of the courtroom. As a former prosecutor with over a decade of firsthand experience handling cases on behalf of the State of Tennessee, Lody successfully prosecuted Domestic Assault cases, Murder cases, Felony Assault cases, Felony Drug cases, and a litany of other criminal charges to conviction.

Lody’s wealth of information and knowledge have been forged in the courtroom through pre-trial hearings, trials, and post-conviction hearings. As a prosecutor, Lody routinely found success at trial through her approach of personable advocacy for her victims and their families combined with unrelentless hostility for her opposition. Her responsibilities as a prosecutor involved coordinating and consulting with lead investigators and detectives, meeting with and preparing prosecuting witnesses, and organizing evidence for presentation at pre-trial hearings, trial, sentencing hearings, and post-conviction hearings.

As a former prosecutor, Lody intimately understands the mindset and thought processes of the prosecution’s plan of attack which enables her to provide clients an unmatched vision in case preparation, strategy, and presentation that other criminal defense attorneys simply do not have and cannot replicate. As an agile advocate for her clients, Lody brings her insider knowledge and insights into how prosecutors evaluate their cases, prepare their witnesses, and strategize their case presentations to her clients’ defenses to combat criminal allegations and seize weaknesses and vulnerabilities in the prosecutor’s approach.

Our defense team at Legal Powers, PLLC, combine our distinctive backgrounds, to provide our clients a 360-degree criminal defense that has their back, is by their side, and resolutely forges a path forward to success through preparation, presentation, and performance. Our team’s multi-faceted knowledge and experience come together to develop effective criminal defense strategies that are unapologetically focused on you to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome for you.

Why Choose the Defense Team at Legal Powers?

The team at Legal Powers represented client T.H. in a felony aggravated assault case that was predominantly driven by the allegations of the alleged victim and the State’s reliance on the alleged victim’s story.

However, through careful preparation and investigation, our team was able to bring to light inconsistencies in the alleged victim’s story, as well as, details surrounding the allegations which revealed a malicious motive on the part of the alleged victim to make the claims against T.H. to try to harass and manipulate T.H. into doing what the alleged victim wanted T.H. to do.

With our thorough preparation, and proactive approach, we were able to combine the malicious motives of the alleged victim’s claims with the inconsistent story the alleged victim was claiming occurred to bring T.H.’s case to successful dismissal of the charges against T.H.

1. Over a Decade of Experience in Criminal Justice Litigation

Tennessee criminal law is complex and the consequences of a criminal conviction can be severe; including jail or prison time, heavy fines, probation, and the dishonor of a permanent conviction on your criminal record that follows you for the rest of your life.

You need to have an experienced criminal defense legal team on your side that you trust, that genuinely cares about you and your future, that knows how to navigate the Tennessee criminal system, that understands the intricacies of Tennessee criminal law, that knows how to develop favorable facts in your defense, and that understands how to strategically prepare a strong defense on your behalf.

Finding all of those attributes and qualities in a single defense team is extremely rare. However, the criminal defense team at Legal Powers, PLLC, is anything but common. With more than a decade of experience litigating criminal cases, we are well-prepared to handle a wide range of charges, including:

• DUI offenses
• Drug offenses
• Domestic Assault offenses
• Theft and burglary
• Homicide and manslaughter
• Misdemeanor Assault and Felony Assault offenses

Our attorneys have successfully represented individuals facing Tennessee misdemeanor charges, as well as, Tennessee felony charges by achieving favorable results through aggressive defense strategies, negotiations, and, when necessary, trial advocacy.

2. Our Dynamic Team Gives You an Edge

What sets Legal Powers, PLLC, apart are our diverse backgrounds. Attorney Lody Powers, a former prosecutor for Nashville, Tennessee, provides invaluable insight into how the State builds its case against you. Her insight allows us to anticipate the prosecutor’s strategies and formulate defense plans for opposing witness statements, challenging evidence presented, and proactively developing defense proof to undercut and diminish the power of the prosecution’s arguments. Through Lody’s keen eyes, our team often identifies weaknesses in the prosecutor’s case before they do, increasing opportunities for a positive outcome through focused negotiations and effective courtroom advocacy.

Whereas, Attorney Ben Powers brings unique perspective from his time working alongside a criminal court judge in Nashville, Tennessee. His experience empowers a deep understanding of how judges think and what factors they consider when making rulings, sentencing, or evaluating evidence. This inside knowledge helps us present your case in a way that resonates with the court and improves the likelihood of a favorable ruling.

3. A Personal Approach to Criminal Defense

At Legal Powers, PLLC, we understand that criminal charges are overwhelming for our clients. Whether you are facing serious misdemeanor criminal charges or felony criminal charges, we treat every client’s case with the attention and seriousness they deserve. We take the time to get to know our clients and their stories that are so much bigger than an isolated criminal allegation, understand our clients’ goals, and create a defense strategy tailored to their unique situation with advocacy that anticipates, adapts, and attacks the prosecution’s case.

At Legal Powers, PLLC, we pride ourselves on offering a personal and hands-on approach that gets to know our clients as well as we understand the facts, evidence, and law surrounding their criminal case. We strongly believe that knowledge is power and take seriously our role as a trusted advocate to provide insight to answer your questions, provide guidance, and keep you informed throughout every step of the legal process. Your concerns matter to us, and we work tirelessly to protect you, your rights, and your future.

4. Serving Franklin, Nashville, and Middle Tennessee

We are based in Franklin, Tennessee, but our practice extends throughout the Middle Tennessee area, including Nashville and neighboring communities. We are familiar with the culture of the local court systems, the judges, and the prosecutors, in each jurisdiction we practice in. And our familiarity with these local court cultures enable us to develop criminal defense strategies that align with the specific dynamics of the court your case is in. Whether you are located in Williamson County, Davidson County, or another county in Middle Tennessee, we are here to advocate for you.

We understand that facing criminal charges can be a stressful and confusing time. Our team is committed to providing support and guidance through every phase of the criminal process. From the moment you engage us as representation, we will work diligently to protect you and your rights, and develop all possible avenues to pursue dismissals, reductions, or other positive outcomes of your criminal case.

Our Criminal Defense Services

Comprehensive Legal Representation for All Criminal Charges

At Legal Powers, PLLC, we provide a full range of criminal defense services to advocate for our clients facing criminal charges in Tennessee. Whether you are facing misdemeanor charges or felony charges, we will build a customized defense strategy designed to advocate for you and your story, protect your interests, and pursue outcomes that have your best interests in mind. Some of the criminal defense services we offer include:

• DUI Defense – If you are arrested for driving under the influence, we know the complexities of DUI laws and can fight to have your charges reduced or dismissed.
• Drug Offenses – From misdemeanor simple possession charges to felony drug trafficking charges, we understand Tennessee’s drug laws and have a track record of successfully defending clients against drug-related charges.
• Violent Crimes – Whether accused of misdemeanor assault, domestic violence, felony aggravated assault, or homicide, we have the knowledge, vision, and skills necessary to defend against violent crime charges.
• Theft and Property Crimes – We represent clients accused of misdemeanor theft, as well as, felony theft, felony burglary, misdemeanor shoplifting, and other property crimes, working to reduce or eliminate charges whenever possible through proactive defense strategies and unwavering client advocacy.

Legal Powers represented C.V. in a drug possession case where the proof alleged against C.V. was complicated and relied upon officers’ interpretations of the facts surrounding C.V.’s arrest.

However, there were important details that the officers either ignored, missed, or downplayed in order to make their version of the allegations stronger.

Through a detailed review of the allegations, the officers’ reports, and the alleged evidence we were able to point out significant details that weakened the State’s allegations which ultimately led to a successful resolution of the criminal charges against C.V.

Personalized Defense Strategy

Each case is as unique as the individuals involved – from the accused defendant to the alleged victim to the lead investigators and the prosecutors pursuing criminal convictions to the judge presiding over the case – which is why we approach each client and criminal allegations they are facing with fresh perspectives to enable innovative defense strategies that not only contest the criminal allegations but also develop favorable counterpoints and narratives to defend our clitns. We thoroughly investigate the facts, analyze the evidence, and build a comprehensive criminal defense strategy that is designed and adapted to the specifics of your case. Whether that involves challenging evidence, negotiating with prosecutors, or fighting for you at trial, we will always develop and pursue the most effective defense strategy available.

Compassionate and Understanding Lawyers

We know that criminal charges can impact every aspect of your life and that criminal convictions have serious consequences beyond the courtroom. Our team is committed to providing skilled, client-focused, criminal defense that is equal parts compassionate to you and your legal situation, as well as, unwavering in our opposition of the allegations against you. We offer a judgment-free environment where you can feel comfortable discussing the details of your case so can feel comfortable entrusting us with your legal representation. Our goal is to ensure that you have the best possible defense and that you feel supported throughout the legal process.

Schedule a Consultation Today

If you or a loved one is facing criminal charges, don’t wait to get the legal help you need because early intervention is crucial to developing a strong criminal defense.

Contact Legal Powers, PLLC, today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your criminal charges, your options, and our criminal defense representation.

With over a decade of experience, unique legal insight, and a commitment to your future, we are the criminal defense team you can trust to protect you and advocate for your rights to pursue a positive outcome on your criminal case.