Atty. John David Drake

Atty. John David Drake

John David Drake is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, dui & dwi, criminal law - defense and 8 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Murfreesboro Murfreesboro 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About John David Drake at a glance

John David Drake is a Member based in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, practicing at John D. Drake, Attorney at Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1987), U.S. Army Court of Military Review (1987), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1992). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1986) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of General-Solo-Small Firm Practitioners Section, TBA Members. Serands clients in Murfreesboro, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John David Drake is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, dui & dwi, criminal law - defense and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • John practices at John D. Drake, Attorney at Law in Murfreesboro, TN

Practice Areas Explained

John David Drake's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John David Drake handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

Practicing law in Tennessee. Legal matters in Tennessee are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Murfreesboro are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Tennessee state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Tennessee brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Tennessee courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John David Drake

Where is John David Drake's law office located?
John David Drake's law practice is located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The firm is John D. Drake, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John David Drake handle?
John David Drake focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has John David Drake practiced law?
John David Drake has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John David Drake go to law school?
John David Drake earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact John David Drake for a consultation?
You can contact John David Drake directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John David Drake received?
John David Drake's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1986
B.A.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1984

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Army Court of Military Review
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1992

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