Atty. John G. Oliva

Atty. John G. Oliva

Phi Eta Sigma; Pi Sigma Alpha; Phi Alpha Delta (Clerk, 1982-1983). Recipient: Middle District of Tennessee C.J.A.

Nashville Nashville 43 yrs experience 43 year
Call (629) 275-1566 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John G. Oliva at a glance

John G. Oliva is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at John G. Oliva Attorney at Law. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1983), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1985), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1987), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1990). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1983) and University of Tennessee (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Phi Eta Sigma
  • Pi Sigma Alpha
  • Phi Alpha Delta (Clerk, 1982-1983)

Recipient

  • Middle District of Tennessee C.J.A
  • Panel Lawyer of the Year, 2000

Member

  • Middle District of Tennessee C.J.A
  • Panel Selection Committee, 1999—
  • Post Conviction Defender Commission of Tennessee, 2007—2011

Practice Areas Explained

John G. Oliva's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

Find experienced DUI and DWI defense attorneys near you. Compare verified profiles, read client reviews, and consult about your case for free.

John G. Oliva is one of 29,976 dui/dwi attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dui/dwi attorneys in Tennessee →

Drug Crimes

John G. Oliva is one of 6,966 drug crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse drug crimes attorneys in Tennessee →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

John G. Oliva is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Tennessee →

Federal Crimes

John G. Oliva is one of 6,773 federal crimes attorneys indexed nationally. Browse federal crimes attorneys in Tennessee →

White Collar Crimes

John G. Oliva is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Tennessee →

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 Nashville 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.

Looking for additional Tennessee attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Nashville or all attorneys in Tennessee.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about John G. Oliva

Where is John G. Oliva's law office located?
John G. Oliva's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is John G. Oliva Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John G. Oliva handle?
John G. Oliva focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has John G. Oliva practiced law?
John G. Oliva has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John G. Oliva go to law school?
John G. Oliva earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact John G. Oliva for a consultation?
You can contact John G. Oliva 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 G. Oliva received?
John G. Oliva's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1983
B.A.
University of Tennessee
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1995

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.