Website: https://riverslegalservices.com/
Rivers Legal Services is a Nashville, Tennessee law practice led by attorney Tawana Rivers, also identified on the site as the Law Office of Tawana Rivers. The firm concentrates on family law and criminal defense, serving individuals and families in Davidson County and surrounding areas. It describes its aim as providing “effective and affordable legal representation” and states that it is “committed to helping our clients achieve their goals and navigate difficult situations.” The firm emphasizes “timely, honest, and high-quality representation.”
Services
The firm’s practice areas fall into two main groups.
Family Law:
- Divorce
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Domestic Charges
On family law matters, the firm cautions that clients should not assume the process will proceed smoothly, noting that “unexpected conflicts will inevitably arise at some point during the adjudication process and can quickly turn ugly.” It states that it works to understand each client’s needs precisely “so that we can provide the perfect solution.”
Criminal Defense:
- Criminal Law (general)
- Juvenile Law
- DUI/DWI
- Felony and Misdemeanor Charges
- Domestic Charges
On criminal matters, the firm notes the stakes involved, observing as an example that “assault, when charged as a Class A misdemeanor, is punishable by a maximum of 11 months, 29 days in jail, and a fine of up to $15,000.” It describes working to protect defendants’ constitutional rights, including the right to remain silent, protection against unreasonable searches and seizures, and the right to legal representation. The firm states that “the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant is guilty” and that its approach involves thorough case preparation and identifying weaknesses in the prosecution’s evidence.
About
The firm describes a client-centered philosophy that prioritizes “listening to your concerns” and assures clients they “will receive the attention you deserve and the reliable legal representation you need.” Its mission statement references a commitment to clients and a promise of “vigorous and aggressive efforts” on their behalf. The practice serves Nashville, Davidson County, and the surrounding region.
Location & Contact
Rivers Legal Services is based in Nashville, Tennessee.
- Address: 6339 Charlotte Pike #784, Nashville, TN 37209
- Phone: (615) 609-1417
- Email: [email protected]
Additional Information
The website is organized by practice area, with dedicated pages for divorce, child custody, child support, criminal law, juvenile law, domestic charges, DUI/DWI, and felony and misdemeanor charges, along with an about/mission page and a contact page. This structure lets visitors navigate directly to the area most relevant to their situation, whether a family matter or a criminal charge. The firm presents itself as serving individuals and families who need both family law and criminal defense help, two areas it handles under a single practice.
Across its pages, the firm returns to themes of accessibility and responsiveness, stressing affordable representation, honest communication, and close attention to each client’s concerns. It frames difficult legal situations as ones that benefit from early preparation, noting in its criminal materials that it works to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s evidence ahead of the first court appearance. Prospective clients are invited to contact the firm directly by phone or email to discuss their matters.
Profile compiled from the company’s official website (riverslegalservices.com).