David G. Ridings
Google Rating
5.0(98 reviews)
- 211 Union St #205 Nashville, TN 37201
- +1-615-851-1888
- No email available
About:
David G. Ridings, Nashville DUI Attorney Former Metro Nashville Police Officer David Ridings is simply Nashville's BEST choice for your DUI Defense. While his practice is 100% Criminal Defense, most of that is DUI defense. And rightfully so. Nashville DUI Attorney David Ridings has experience like no other Criminal Defense Lawyer around. He has experience on every side of the criminal justice system. (i.e. Police, Prosecution, Drug Enforcement, Probation and Parole, and now... Defense). He has a long history of service in law enforcement. He has served as a police officer for over 10 years at, both, Metro Nashville and Murfreesboro City Police Departments. After leaving the Metro Nashville Police Department, David served at the Nashville District Attorney's Office in an internship learning the inner workings of the prosecutors office. Following that, he opened his Criminal Defense practice in the heart of Nashville and uses those skills he learned as a police officer and prosecutor to defend YOU. Since 1998 David has maintained a practice in the Nashville and Middle Tennessee area which focuses exclusively on Criminal Defense and mainly DUI Law. He has successfully negotiated and/or tried hundreds of cases over the years. He plans to take his experience full circle at some point, and run for Judge in Nashville Davidson County. And he brings this experience with him when consulting with you and defending you in court (whether that is in front of a Judge, a Jury, or simply negotiating with an assistant District Attorney). Therefore, he is able to construct a defense for you having experienced all of the tricks and strategies of the other side. Get the representation you deserve from an attorney with the kind of experience you just can't get from a book!
Jurisdiction:Tennessee, United States District Court for the Sixth Circuit (Middle Division)
Practice Area
Criminal Law
Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.
Languages
English
Fees
Free Consultation
Education
J.D.
Awards
Police Academy John R. Cunningham Award
Police Academy Top Physical Fitness Award
Police Academy Top Academic Average Award
Associations
Member
Member/Attorney for Members
Member
Member
General Counsel
Reviews
RATED 5.0
Aug 7, 2025via Google
bodies KILL
"I follow him on tiktok and his information helps me assist my clients with the videos he creates. Amazing"
RATED 5.0
Aug 3, 2025via Google
BC
"He is very good at what he does. Highly recommended"
RATED 5.0
Jul 10, 2025via Google
Marques Lee
"I hired David Ridings to represent me in a criminal matter while I was out of state in Tennessee. During my consultation with him, he brought a calm confidence that felt informed by his knowledge and experience that helped ground me while I was navigating this stressful and uncertain time. One fact that certainly stood out and distinguished him from other candidates I was considering was his background in working on all sides of the courtroom, having been a former police officer, prosecutor, and night court judge; I felt that having these different perspectives was an advantage and really helped convince me that he was the right one to represent me, and I’m glad I trusted that instinct. Thanks to his preparation and handling of the case, we got the best possible outcome: both of my charges were dismissed and my record expunged. I’m deeply grateful for his professionalism, perspective, and steady guidance throughout. Highly recommended."
RATED 5.0
Jul 10, 2025via Google
Matt Hughes
"David was so amazing! He is an excellent communicator and very assuring. I would recommend him 100% and have no doubt he achieved the best outcome possible for me."
RATED 5.0
Jun 10, 2025via Google
Jaclyn Salgado
"David isn’t only an incredibly resourceful and talented attorney, he’s also a man of integrity. I feel like that is an important factor to consider in hiring someone to represent you in a legal matter. Mr. Ridings is prompt in his communication with you, and diligent about never leaving you in the dark about the status of your case. He will certainly fight for you for the best outcome possible. There are a few good attorneys in Nashville, but do yourself a favor and choose Mr. Ridings. Thanks for reading."
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