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Michal Durakiewicz has distinguished himself as a relentless advocate for the interests of his clients. He is familiar with courts throughout Tennessee, and represents clients in Criminal Defense, Divorce, DUI/DWI, Domestic Violence, Business, Education, Professional License Defense, and Family Law matters. With hundreds of hours of courtroom experience, he has established an impressive record of acquittals, dismissals, and reductions of criminal charges. Understanding that the secret to success in the legal field is being willing to outwork one’s opponent, Michal has achieved victories in the courtroom time and time again. No matter what your case involves, Michal is focused on your success. Contact him today for your free consultation!
Education
- Emory University School of Law
- J.D. (2015) | Law
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- Vanderbilt University
- B.A. (2012) | Russian Language and Literature
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Professional Experience
- Attorney
- Durak Law
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- Attorney
- Dunn Law Firm
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- Contract Attorney
- Nelson Mullins Encompass
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Awards
- Very Good Rating
- Avvo
- Best Divorce Lawyers in Franklin
- Expertise.com
- Best Workers' Compensation Lawyers in Franklin, TN
- Legal Directorate
- Best Workers' Compensation Lawyers in Murfreesboro, TN
- Legal Directorate
- Best Criminal Defense Attorneys in Franklin
- Expertise.com
Professional Associations
- Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association
- Member
- Current
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- Tennessee State Bar Association
- Member
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Tennessee
- Board of Professional Responsibility of the Supreme Court of Tennessee
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- U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
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Fees
- Free Consultation
Practice Areas
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- DUI & DWI
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Education Law
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- White Collar Crime
- Health Care Law
Additional Practice Area
- Professional License Defense
Languages
- English
- Polish
- Russian
Legal Answers
- Q. Because of coronavirus is it a favorable time for some one to turn them self in over a probation violation ?
- A: A lawyer cannot counsel you to fail to turn yourself over to authorities. I tell all of my clients charged with violation of probation the following: (a) promptly turn yourself over to police and (b) continue reporting to your probation officer, even after being violated. This advice may figure in your favor when your attorney is negotiating with the prosecutor or if you have to face the judge at a probation violation hearing.
- Q. Hello I just been Discharged from work not even knowing why.HR said I was not punching the clock right its been down
- A: It seems that there are two issues here: (1) whether your employer violated the law in firing you and (2) whether they violated the law by allegedly failing to credit you your PTO time. The answer to both is: I don't know - I would need to know more facts. With respect to Number (1), most people are surprised to learn that firing an employee in Tennessee - even for bad reasons - is generally legal unless it falls under a handful of exceptions, including discrimination based on race, gender or another protected category; violation of the Tennessee Public Protection Act; or violation of a provision of a written contract between you and your employer, if one exists. I recommend you call an ... Read More
- Q. I had a verbal contract to design a simple website for friend, didn't pay the other half for the service .
- A: Based on what you have described, you may have a valid and enforceable contract. Whether or not it is a good idea for you to file a lawsuit to recover the unpaid amount depends on a number of factors. First, how much does he owe you? If you file a lawsuit in general sessions court you will be taxed with the filing fees and service of process fees. You will also have to take a day off work to appear for your trial. In addition, there may be issues relating to proving your breach of contract claim. My recommendation to you for the future is to have all your clients sign a written contract before you begin work (at least if the amount is $500.00 or greater).
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