Blind Akrawi, Criminal Defense Attorney in Nashville, Tennessee

Blind concentrates on criminal defense, litigation, and white collar. Each area below outlines the kind of case Blind handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Litigation

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• White Collar

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Blind's primary office is at 1201 Demonbreun St., Ste. 1000, Nashville, TN, 37203. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Blind usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Blind discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Blind for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Blind walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Blind offer a free consultation?

  Blind charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Blind's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Blind's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Tennessee typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Blind gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Blind take my case if I'm outside Nashville?

  Blind is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Blind will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Blind?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Blind will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Blind accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Blind's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.