5 Best Family and Divorce Lawyers in Nashville (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Updated October 2026 · 8 min read

We compared 19 family and divorce lawyers in Nashville on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

A custody schedule or a divorce settlement can shape the next decade, and the family and divorce lawyers in Nashville you choose will matter for years. Michael K. Walker, Attorney at Law has 241 Google reviews at 4.9, while Law Office of Roland T. Hairston, II & Associates holds the same 4.9 on 92.

Short answer: Michael K. Walker, Attorney at Law has the most Google reviews here, 241 at 4.9. Miller Upshaw Family Law, PLLC (4.8, 113), Amanda Raye Thornton (4.8, 111) and Brad H. Frakes (4.9, 106) are focused family practices, and Law Office of Roland T. Hairston, II & Associates (4.9, 92) pairs divorce with probate. Ask each for its fee structure in writing.

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Nashville Family Law Practices Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Michael K. Walker, Attorney at Law	4.9 ★	241	Divorce plus traffic and criminal matters	View ›
2	Brad H. Frakes, Attorney At Law	4.9 ★	106	Custody, grandparent rights and divorce	View ›
3	Miller Upshaw Family Law, PLLC	4.8 ★	113	Contested divorce and mediation	View ›
4	Amanda Raye Thornton, Attorney at Law	4.8 ★	111	Divorce and fathers' rights	View ›
5	Law Office of Roland T. Hairston, II & Associates	4.9 ★	92	Divorce combined with probate and estates	View ›

5 Best Family and Divorce Lawyers in Nashville (2026)

Who does what

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Michael K. Walker, Attorney at Law

4.9241 Google reviews

Michael K. Walker, Attorney at Law is a Harrison Street office near the Nashville courts. Its site presents Walker Law as a practice for criminal defense, divorce and traffic violations, handling uncontested, contested and default divorces. The firm says fees are reasonable and that it offers payment plans and free initial phone consultations.

What people praise

A divorce client describes help with service by publication and a default divorce
Reviewers say they were kept updated and understood each step
Several clients praise traffic and driving charge outcomes
Open seven days a week according to Google

Worth knowing

Many reviews concern traffic and criminal matters, so ask how much of the caseload is divorce

Reputation scorecardrank in Nashville

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume241 · 97th

Confidencehigh

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A practical, general practice with a lot of reviews and a 4.9. Good for straightforward divorces and anyone who may also need criminal or traffic help.

Website +1615-485-3065 Directions

341 Harrison St, Nashville, TN 37219

#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Brad H. Frakes, Attorney At Law

4.9106 Google reviews

Brad H. Frakes, Attorney At Law practices family law from Second Avenue North and says it has served Nashville and Middle Tennessee since 2012. His site lists divorce, separation, custody, child support, paternity, adoption, visitation, protection orders and contempt, and names Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Wilson and Sumner counties. Google hours run Monday to Friday.

What people praise

A grandparent describes a hard-fought rights case that ended in visitation
Reviewers call the attorney direct, thorough and dependable
A divorce client praises a fast resolution that kept the child's wellbeing central
Firm replies briefly to reviews

Worth knowing

Its most recent reviews are around five months old, so the freshest feedback is thinner than on some other profiles

Reputation scorecardrank in Nashville

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume106 · 76th

Confidencemoderate

Recency5 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A one-attorney style practice with warm, specific feedback. Worth a call if your matter involves custody or a family dispute beyond a simple divorce.

Website +1615-248-7854 Directions

222 2nd Ave N #220, Nashville, TN 37201

#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Miller Upshaw Family Law, PLLC

4.8113 Google reviews

Miller Upshaw Family Law, PLLC is a Woodland Street firm that says it brings more than 50 years of combined experience to divorce and family law issues. Its site lists divorce and legal separation, appeals and child custody, and describes an aggressive, proactive approach. Reviews mention mediation and parenting plan settlements.

What people praise

Clients praise strong communication and clear explanations
A reviewer describes careful review of opposing counsel's paperwork before mediation
Parenting plan settlements and divorce settlements mentioned
Attorneys described as firm but honest about next steps

Worth knowing

The firm describes its style as aggressive, which may not suit everyone

Reputation scorecardrank in Nashville

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume113 · 87th

Confidencemoderate

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A family-law-only firm with consistent feedback on preparation and communication. Suits clients who expect a contested process.

Website +1615-558-5395 Directions

631 Woodland St, Nashville, TN 37206

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Amanda Raye Thornton, Attorney at Law

4.8111 Google reviews

Amanda Raye Thornton, Attorney at Law is on Gallatin Pike and presents itself as a Nashville divorce lawyer and fathers' rights attorney serving Middle Tennessee. The site says the office responds to inquiries within 24 hours and explains Tennessee divorce basics, including uncontested divorce. Google lists it under family law attorney and divorce lawyer.

What people praise

Reviewers describe feeling heard and supported throughout
Clients say the team kept them updated during a divorce
Straightforward, honest advice mentioned more than once
A parent says the attorney advocated for them and their children

Worth knowing

Office hours on Google close early on Fridays

Reputation scorecardrank in Nashville

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume111 · 82nd

Confidencemoderate

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown95% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A divorce-focused practice with caring reviews and a clear fathers' rights angle. A good fit if parenting time is the main issue.

Website +1615-470-2222 Directions

4117 Gallatin Pike Suite 101, Nashville, TN 37216

#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Law Office of Roland T. Hairston, II & Associates

4.992 Google reviews

Law Office of Roland T. Hairston, II & Associates works from Main Street and describes itself as an attorney for family law, probate and estate planning. The firm's site says it has more than 20 years in Tennessee courts and offers Spanish-language service. Google classes it as a divorce lawyer and estate planning attorney.

What people praise

Reviewers describe settling a parent's estate with kindness and professionalism
Clients praise responsiveness and transparency
Clients across estate and family matters describe feeling supported
Replies from the attorney to reviews

Worth knowing

Many reviews are about probate and estate work, so ask how often the firm handles contested family cases

Reputation scorecardrank in Nashville

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume92 · 71st

Confidencemoderate

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown95% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A fit if your family situation also involves an estate or a will. Ask for examples of recent divorce work.

Website +1615-428-7345 Directions

615 Main St #106, Nashville, TN 37206

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How the scorecards work

Every number comes from public Google data on the verified date. Rating is the live star average. Review volume compares how many people have rated each firm against other Nashville family lawyers. Confidence weighs the rating by volume, so a 4.9 from hundreds carries more than a 5.0 from a few. Recency shows how lately reviews are still arriving. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What shapes family law costs in Nashville

Family law fees tend to follow how contested the case is, how many hearings it needs and whether children, property or business interests are involved. Some firms charge flat fees for uncontested matters and bill by the hour for contested ones. We have not listed prices because none were published in the material we reviewed. Ask each firm for its retainer terms in writing.

Counties and neighborhoods served

The practices here are on Harrison Street, Second Avenue North, Woodland Street, Main Street and Gallatin Pike in Nashville. Brad H. Frakes names Davidson, Williamson, Rutherford, Wilson and Sumner counties, and Michael K. Walker mentions most surrounding Middle Tennessee counties. Searching for a divorce lawyer near me? Each listing includes a phone number and directions.

What to bring and ask at the first meeting

Do you handle contested and uncontested cases, and which is mine likely to be?
How will fees be charged, and is there a retainer?
Who will work on my case and answer my questions?
How do you approach mediation versus court?
What documents should I gather before we start?

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a different lawyer for custody than for divorce?

Many Nashville family practices handle both in the same case. Ask the firm whether the attorney who meets you will also appear at custody hearings.

What if my divorce is uncontested?

Some firms in this list say they handle uncontested divorces as well as contested ones. Confirm the scope of the work and total cost in writing before you retain anyone.

Choosing a firm

Michael K. Walker has the biggest review base here for divorce and general matters, while Miller Upshaw and Brad H. Frakes are more family-law focused. Book a consultation or two, compare how they explain your case, and get fees in writing.

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