Durak Law



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about durak law



Michal Durakiewicz is an experienced professional and licensed attorney. He’s represented clients in Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin and middle Tennessee. Attorney Durakiewicz founded Durak Law Firm to provide his clients with top-notch legal services. You can trust him to help you face your legal matter with confidence.

Your Case Deserves The Best

You can count on Attorney Durakiewicz to provide representation personalized to your unique situation. We know that each case is as different as the clients involved and take the time to create a course of action that is appropriate for the situation.

Distinguished Reputation

Michal Durakiewicz has distinguished himself as a relentless advocate for the interests of his clients.

We Work For You

At Durak Law, you're not just a case, you're a valued individual. We pride ourselves on building strong attorney-client relationships, rooted in trust and clear communication.

Your Case Deserves The Best

You can count on Attorney Durakiewicz to provide representation personalized to your unique situation.

Featured Practice Areas



Family Law

Family Law

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Criminal Defense

Criminal Defense

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Business Law

Business Law

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Education Law

Education Law

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Real Estate Law

Real Estate Law

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Professional License Defense

Professional License Defense

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What Our Clients Say



I received great services from Mike & his team before & after hiring him on. He has an very honest approach towards each case & tells you all options & his opinion before moving forward. He helped me out tremendously with my case in regards to my last attorney. Very professional in court

K.S.

I had the pleasure of working with Mike, and I can’t say enough good things about him! His assistance was invaluable in resolving my case. Mike’s expertise, patience, and dedication truly stood out. He went above and beyond to ensure I felt supported and understood throughout the process. His positive attitude and willingness to help made a significant impact on my experience. If you’re looking for someone reliable, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring, Mike is your go-to person. Thank you, Mike, for making a difference!

Z.H.

I reached out to Mike for a consultation regarding a new business venture. He promptly invited me to his office. Upon arrival, he welcomed me and assured me that my concerns were manageable. I left his office with my expectations exceeded and am even planning to hire him as a Business Law Advisor. I highly recommend him.

D.J.

Criminal Defense



Have you been charged with a criminal defense? Durak Law can help you with a wide variety of criminal defenses, everything from misdemeanors to murder, our criminal defense lawyers are here for you.

With 10 years of experience fighting for the rights of defendants, Attorney Michal Durakiewicz knows what it takes to protect your constitutional rights and get the possible outcome so that you can move forward with your life. Our team will conduct a thorough investigation and examination of the facts, provide thoughtful legal analysis, engage in negotiations with prosecutors, and provide aggressive defense representation in the courtroom. 

Contact Durak Law today to speak with a highly skilled and experienced criminal defense lawyer near you.

Family Law



Legal issues involving family matters are some of the most stressful situations that people may face. Issues like divorce, child custody, child support, and marital property division are often hard fought and incredibly mentally taxing on all parties involved. The team at Durak Law have spent a decade working closely with individuals and families going through these trying times. We believe in treating you and your family like you are part of our family, representing you with compassion and understanding while also working to get the best possible outcome for our client.

If you are dealing with a family law situation, our team is here for you. Contact our offices today to speak with a family law attorney and learn how we can help you through this trying time.

Professional License Defense



If your career requires you to have a professional license in order to legally do your job, a criminal charge can be impactful to not only your personal freedom, but also your career. Losing your professional license, even if only for a limited time, can be a major blow to both your current job as well as your future prospects for work. Even if you beat the criminal charges in the legal process, state licensing boards often have the authority to suspend or revoke your license based on being charged.

Don’t let a single mistake ruin your career. Contact Durak Law today to speak with a professional license defense attorney near you that has the experience to represent you both in the court of law, as well as in front of licensing boards. We have successfully defended numerous clients’ professional licenses and are ready to do the same for you!

Business Law



As a business owner, we truly understand that your business is not just how you make money. It is part of you, part of your family, how you provide for the ones you love, and soo much more. Don’t let a legal issue damage or potentially take that away from you.

Durak Law has spent a decade working with business owners to help them both properly handle legal matters pertaining to their business, but also defend it should a serious legal issue threaten its ability to exist.

Contact our team today for a risk-free case evaluation with a skilled business attorney. We are here to help you through these challenging times by providing excellent legal counsel.

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