Voted One of 10 Best Law Firms in Tennessee — 2025
Nashville criminal defense attorney Austin Tomlinson combines military precision, insider prosecution knowledge, and relentless courtroom advocacy to protect your rights across Middle Tennessee.
Why Clients Choose Patriot Law
Recognized by the American Institute of Criminal Defense Attorneys — a distinction earned through client trust and consistent courtroom excellence.
Military service instilled the discipline, resilience, and strategic mindset that defines Austin's approach to every case and every client.
Austin interned with the prosecutor's office, giving him a rare tactical advantage — he knows how the other side builds its case, and how to dismantle it.
Deep connections with court officials in seven counties give Austin the ability to navigate the local legal system more effectively than outside counsel.
Austin built his expertise at one of the nation's largest criminal defense firms — and now applies that knowledge with the personal attention only a focused practice can offer.
Practice Areas
Every case is unique. Austin believes in personalized, aggressive representation tailored to the specific needs of each client — meticulous preparation, thorough investigation, and a relentless pursuit of justice.
Discuss Your CaseTennessee DUI laws are strict — even a first offense can devastate your life. Austin challenges every piece of evidence and fights to protect your license, record, and freedom.
From simple possession to distribution charges, a well-constructed strategic defense can mean the difference between a conviction and a second chance.
Aggressive courtroom advocacy to challenge the prosecution's facts, protect your reputation, and pursue the strongest possible outcome for your case.
Skilled defense against property crime charges focused on undermining the state's evidence and preventing a conviction that follows you for life.
Discreet, personalized representation that prioritizes your rights and pushes back hard against overreaching or factually unsupported charges.
Complex financial and fraud cases require meticulous preparation and deep legal knowledge. Austin brings both, along with large-firm experience in high-stakes matters.
High-stakes allegations demand absolute discretion, rigorous investigation, and an uncompromising defense — Austin provides all three from day one.
Serious arson charges require an attorney with the experience to challenge forensic evidence, expert witnesses, and the full weight of the prosecution's case.
When accidents leave you injured, Austin pursues the full compensation you deserve — covering medical bills, lost wages, and damages from car, truck, and pedestrian incidents.
From contested divorces to child custody battles, Austin provides steady, informed guidance through Tennessee's family courts with your future in focus.
Austin Tomlinson
Founding Attorney
2025
10 Best Law Firms Tennessee
7 Counties
Middle Tennessee
About Austin
Patriot Law was founded by Austin Tomlinson with a singular mission: to stand between the power of the state and the individuals it charges. As an Army veteran, Austin brings a soldier's discipline and resolve to the courtroom — fighting for clients the same way he once served his country: without hesitation and without compromise.
Austin's path to criminal defense is unlike most. A first-generation college student who served his country before pursuing law, he earned his Juris Doctor from West Virginia University — where he was elected class president — and interned with the prosecutor's office, gaining the rare tactical advantage of seeing criminal cases from both sides.
Today, Patriot Law has been named one of the "10 Best Law Firms in Tennessee" by the American Institute of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Austin serves clients throughout Nashville and Middle Tennessee — across Davidson, Wilson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, Montgomery, and Smith Counties.
Army Veteran — discipline and resilience forged through service
Juris Doctor — West Virginia University College of Law, Class President
Former internship with the prosecutor's office — knows their strategy
Experience at one of the nation's largest criminal defense firms
BA in History and Political Science — South Dakota State University
The Patriot Law Difference
Austin's Army service forged the tenacity, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment he brings to every client's defense — a soldier's resolve in the courtroom.
Having interned with the prosecutor's office, Austin understands their playbook from the inside — and exactly how to dismantle it on your behalf.
Years of relationship-building with court officials across Davidson, Wilson, Rutherford, and surrounding counties give your case a critical strategic edge.
No cookie-cutter defenses. Every case receives a tailored strategy built around your specific facts, circumstances, and goals after meticulous investigation.
A history of dismissals, acquittals, and reduced charges across DUI, drug, assault, and complex criminal cases throughout Middle Tennessee.
Austin is personally accessible, keeps you informed at every stage, and discusses all costs upfront — no surprises, no runaround, no hidden fees.
How We Work
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Share your situation in complete confidence. Austin listens carefully to understand the full picture before recommending a clear path forward.
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Every detail is examined. Austin conducts a thorough review of police reports, evidence, and prosecution strategies to find every advantage.
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Based on the investigation, Austin builds a personalized, aggressive defense strategy designed around your specific facts, charges, and goals.
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Whether securing favorable terms through negotiation or fighting at trial, Austin is a relentless advocate dedicated to achieving the best possible result.
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Austin keeps you informed through every phase of your case, ensuring you understand each development and what it means for your life and future.
Common Questions
Your Rights. Your Future. Your Fight.
Every hour matters after an arrest or legal crisis. The sooner you have Patriot Law in your corner, the more options you have. Call now for a confidential, no-obligation consultation with Austin Tomlinson.
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