Michal Durakiewicz

Michal Durakiewicz

Google Rating

4.7(72 reviews)

  • 381 Riverside Drive, Suite 440 Franklin, TN 37064
  • +1-615-812-2829
  • mike@duraklaw.com
Family Law, Criminal Law, Victims’ Rights

About:

Michal Durakiewicz has distinguished himself as a relentless advocate for the interests of his clients. He is familiar with courts throughout Tennessee, and represents clients in Criminal Defense, Divorce, DUI/DWI, Domestic Violence, Business, Education, Professional License Defense, and Family Law matters. With hundreds of hours of courtroom experience, he has established an impressive record of acquittals, dismissals, and reductions of criminal charges. Understanding that the secret to success in the legal field is being willing to outwork one’s opponent, Michal has achieved victories in the courtroom time and time again. No matter what your case involves, Michal is focused on your success. Contact him today for your free consultation!

Jurisdiction:Tennessee, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee

Practice Area

Family Law

Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.

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.

Victims’ Rights

Explains survivor rights in criminal cases, including notices, attendance, restitution, privacy, protection orders, and input at bail, plea, sentencing, and post-conviction hearings.

Languages

English, Polish, Russian

Fees

Free Consultation

Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
2015

Awards

Very Good Rating
Avvo
2024
Best Workers' Compensation Lawyers in Franklin, TN
Legal Directorate
2024
Best Divorce Lawyers in Franklin
Expertise.com
2024
Best Criminal Defense Attorneys in Franklin
Expertise.com
2021
Academic Merit Scholarship
Emory University School of Law
Best Workers' Compensation Lawyers in Murfreesboro, TN
Legal Directorate
2024

Associations

Member
Tennessee State Bar Association
2015 - Present
Member
Tennessee Defense Lawyers Association
- Present

Reviews


RATED 5.0

Aug 3, 2025Googlevia Google

Dr.Michael Jason

"The attorney listens carefully to your case, asks thoughtful follow-up questions to fully understand the situation, and provides tailored, free consultations. What truly sets him apart is that both he and his staff are warm, patient, and genuinely caring — on top of being excellent at what they do. I had a great experience with them and would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone I care about."

RATED 1.0

Jul 20, 2025Googlevia Google

Sean McCracken, PhD MSN MBA

"NO STARS....the system only allows to elect one star. Mr. Durakiewicz and his lawyers really messed up on my case and let a default judgement go down against my business. Doug took over my case and weas fixing the problems created with an attorney at Mr. Durakiewicz's office prior to Doug working at this firm. Mr. Durakiewicz's failures led to a default judgement that costs me thousands of dollars in legal fees to fix. Rather than fix the problems, he fired me as a client and turned around and sued me. I would definitely NOT recommend this firm to anyone for any reason! SFMc"

RATED 1.0

Jul 20, 2025Googlevia Google

Kay Carter

"I am very upset with Mike and the paralegal Jennifer who obtained my cell phone with evidence on it due to my case and they turned it over to someone and now I cannot get it back. Without my permission. I am needing this phone back that I provided to them to show the evidence I have against my soon to be ex husband. They have not been responsive towards my situation at all. Leaving me and my girls on limbo and we have been terrified due to my abusive husband."

RATED 1.0

Jun 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Tierney Hale

"BEWARE OF THIS FIRM!!!! This law firm essentially stole $4,000 from me, plus the loss of my case. I paid Michael Durakiewicz several months ago to handle what should have been a slam-dunk case. He passed me off to another attorney, Doug Hanson. Doug never provided me appropriate legal representation. Time and time again I would have no response to my emails, calls or texts. He refused to respond to me leading up to a pivotal hearing, until 7:30pm the night before, when I was told to “stay calm” in response to my fear of his unpreparedness the next day, and how that would. AND DID, negatively impact the outcome. Doug showed up late to the hearing, late, unprepared, and nothing in hand. We lost massively, when we should have won on the merits of the case. In the weeks since, I have been misled that an appeal was being filed. And continue to never receive responses to my emails, calls or texts. Now I am facing contempt of court, though I was never informed of the status of my case, at any time! Additionally, his paralegal violated confidentiality, when she communicated with opposing counsel, stating I knew something I did not, that even if I had - should not be revealed as it is privileged information. I tried to speak to Michael, but was met with eye rolling and attitude, as if my concern over all this is unjustified, when it’s not! This is not normal or professional legal conduct. I see on their website they use a lot of catchy words that should apply to a law firm like “trusted” or “skilled” or “professional”, but this firm IS NONE OF THAT! I can’t beg the public enough to stay away from these people. They will take your money, do nothing they should and nothing they promise, and ruin your life!!! BEWARE!!"

RATED 5.0

May 10, 2025Googlevia Google

Sara Allen

"I am not from the area and had to find someone that new the local system. I had no idea where to begin, I called his office and walked him through my circumstance. Citation had little to nothing written on it. Mike was able to get me all of the details I needed quickly and set a plan of action in motion. Thank you for your patience and help, I recommend Mike and his staff to anyone in need!"