About Attorney Michal Durakiewicz

Attorney at Law

Michal Durakiewicz is a Tennessee attorney who has dedicated his legal career to advocating for the rights of ordinary people facing serious and often life-changing legal consequences. Since beginning the practice of law in 2015, Michal has advocated for clients in divorce, family law, and criminal defense matters throughout middle Tennessee.

Michal was born in Poland in 1989 and has lived in the United States since 1997, calling Tennessee home since 1999. His family’s history shaped his understanding of the importance of standing up for individual rights. Both of his grandfathers, Jozef Wilk and Stefan Durakiewicz, fought in the Polish Resistance against the Nazis during World War II. His great-uncle, Jan Durakiewicz, was killed fighting the Nazis in 1944. Raised by devout Christian parents, Michal grew up with a strong appreciation for faith, service, courage, and the responsibility to stand up for others.

After attending Hickman County Middle School, Brentwood Middle School and Brentwood High, Michal earned his Bachelor of Arts from Vanderbilt University in Nashville in 2012, where he studied Russian. He went on to earn his Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law in Atlanta, Georgia, in 2015. He returned to Tennessee and has practiced law in the state ever since.

Michal’s practice has given him substantial experience in family, criminal, and civil litigation. He has handled numerous trials and countless hearings, with contested divorce and child custody forming a significant part of his practice. His first DUI jury trial as lead counsel resulted in an acquittal. His experience has taught him that every case involves more than a set of facts or a charge—it involves a person, a family, and consequences that can extend far beyond the courtroom.

Michal entered the legal profession because he wanted to stand up for the rights of ordinary people. That motivation continues to guide his practice. He believes that the justice system works best when individuals have advocates who are willing to listen to them, challenge the government’s case, understand the law, and fight for their rights.

Outside of the courtroom, Michal enjoys spending time with his family, friends, and church community. He has a deep appreciation for Nashville, Franklin, and Tennessee, and enjoys the area’s parks, music, and community. He is particularly interested in the welfare of children and in finding ways to contribute to and improve the local community.

Michal is admitted to practice in all Tennessee state courts. His career has been built around a simple principle: every person deserves to be heard and every case deserves to be taken seriously.