"I have had many bad experiences with attorneys, so after I was accused of the worst kind of crime imaginable, I started searching for an attorney I could trust. I had never heard of Mr. Horst before I found him on the internet. After I called him and told him my situation, I felt like he was the one to clear my name and get to the truth. I had my whole life turned upside down. I not only needed a great lawyer but I felt I had to have a lawyer who believed I was innocent. I got both with Mr. Horst. I KNOW HE HAD OTHER CASES BESIDES MINE BUT HE MADE ME FEEL LIKE I WAS HIS ONLY CASE. Brent, thank you so much for everything you did for me. You got my life back!"
- K.L.
Aggressive and Experienced Defense Lawyer Working for You in State and Federal Courts
If you've been charged with a crime in state or federal court in Tennessee, you have many criminal law attorneys to choose from for your defense. How do you choose the right criminal defense lawyer for you?
Start by looking at the criminal law attorney's credentials and experience. Because in serious criminal cases, experience can make a difference.
- He or she will have jury trial experience and know what kinds of evidence are effective and how to make a strong case, even when the case is uncomfortable and the facts are difficult.
- An experienced attorney understands human nature and takes a case with a caring and nonjudgmental attitude and a commitment to the clients' well being.
- An experienced attorney will have a reputation for effectiveness built on a track record of results.
- An experienced lawyer will know when to protect a client by taking a plea bargain and when it is in a client's best interest to take the case to a jury trial.
At the Law Office of Brent Horst you will find an aggressive, dedicated and EXPERIENCED defense attorney who is licensed to practice law in Tennessee. Having tried over 100 criminal jury trials, attorney Horst is ready to defend you against serious criminal charges in Tennessee courts. Criminal law attorney Brent Horst is Board Certified as a Criminal Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, and is certified as a Specialist in Criminal Law by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization. Board Certification is achieved by a small number of attorneys who complete vigorous training and educational requirements, receive positive references from judges and other criminal attorneys, and demonstrate competence in criminal trials.
Mr. Horst has more than 20 years of criminal defense experience in all types of criminal cases, including:
- Violent Crimes
- Tennessee Drug Charges
- Federal Drug Charges
- Sex Crimes
- Theft and White Collar Crimes
- Drunk Driving
If you have been charged with a crime, contact the Law office of Brent Horst to get an experienced criminal law attorney on your side. A skillful defense could make the difference between freedom and incarceration. For a free confidential case evaluation, call 615-259-9867 in Tennessee.
The hiring of a criminal defense lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience.
The attorneys are an association of attorneys and are not partners or a formally organized firm.
*Associate attorneys are not employees or partners of Attorney Brent Horst. Associate attorneys work as independent contractors on cases referred to them by Mr. Horst. Mr. Horst provides guidance and advice on such cases to the associates when needed.


















