Lexi Woods, J.D.
Criminal Defense Attorney | Nashville, TN
Lexi@TheCassellFirm.com
(615) 475-7041
2000 Glen Echo Rd #113 Nashville, Tennessee 37215
About Our Nashville Lawyer
Education
- Belmont University College of Law, J.D., 2022 — Student Legal Mentorship Program Mentor; Legal Aid Society; Women’s Legal Society.
- Grand View University, B.A., Psychology; B.A., Criminal Justice, 2019.
Court & Chambers Experience
- Staff Attorney, Eighth Circuit Court, Davidson County — Judge Lynne T. Ingram (2022–2024).
- Judicial Law Clerk, Eighth Circuit Court, Davidson County — Judge Lynne T. Ingram (2022).
- Judicial Law Clerk, General Sessions Court, Division II, Davidson County — Judge Melissa Blackburn (2021–2022).
Practice Focus
- Felonies and misdemeanors
- Domestic violence
- DUI
- Violations of orders of protection
- Probation violations
- Criminal homicide
- Defense for veterans and clients facing mental health challenges or homelessness.
Speaking & Publications
- Task Force on Competency and Wellbeing — Findings and Recommendations, Davidson County General Sessions Court, April 2022.
Report (court PDF) | Belmont news feature - While in law school, Lexi served as the inaugural law clerk in Davidson County General Sessions Court, Division II, and worked with community leaders to help develop the Competency and Wellbeing Docket.
News article about her role - Criminal Defense Panel Member, Belmont University College of Law (American Constitution Society), February 17, 2025.
Event page (ACS) - Women in Politics, Voting Rights, Getting Involved — Panel Member & CLE Presenter, Lawyers’ Association for Women (Marion Griffin Chapter), September 24, 2024, The Café at Thistle Farms.
Event page (LAW Nashville)
Defense for felonies, misdemeanors, DUI, and domestic cases in Middle Tennessee.
Overview
Lexi Woods is an associate criminal defense attorney at The Cassell Firm in Nashville. She represents clients in felony and misdemeanor matters, including domestic violence, DUI, violations of protection orders, violations of probation, and criminal homicide. Her court experience spans General Sessions Court, Criminal Court, and Circuit Court, with a focus on clear communication, strategic negotiation, and trial-ready preparation.
Licenses & Admissions
- Tennessee — BPR #40579 (2022). Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility — Online Attorney Directory (search by name or BPR number).
Representative Results
- Felony property offenses: Negotiated a resolution across five indictments and fifteen counts that avoided prison time; client entered a residential program with four years of supervised release.
- Sentencing advocacy: In a case with a potential six-year term, mitigation led to a ninety-day custodial sentence with supervised release for the balance.
- Public-profile matter: Dismissal of all charges in a case involving local officials.
Case outcomes depend on facts unique to each matter; past results do not guarantee similar results.
Awards & Recognition
- Tennessee Criminal Defense College, Certificate of Completion (2024) — Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (TACDL).
- Law Student for Justice (2022) — Tennessee Supreme Court Pro Bono Recognition Program (500+ hours). Program overview.
Professional Memberships
Current:
- Women In Numbers (WIN) — President.
- Belmont University College of Law American Inn of Court — Mentor.
- Nashville Bar Association; General Sessions Court Practice Section — Committee Chair (2025 chair list).
- Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
- Tennessee Bar Association; Young Lawyers Division.
- Lawyers’ Association for Women — Marion Griffin Chapter.
(Past memberships available on request.)
Community & Teaching
- Nashville School of Law, Criminal Trial Advocacy — Volunteer Coach. Course catalog.
Consultations & Location
Lexi@TheCassellFirm.com · (615) 475-7041
Professional Profiles
Personal
Outside the office, Lexi enjoys hiking, reading Harlan Coben, Nebraska football, and time with her teacup Yorkshire Terrier.
Ready to talk?
Share your situation and goals. Lexi will review your options during a free one-hour consultation.
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Contact Nashville Criminal Defense Lawyers
If you or a loved one is facing charges in Middle Tennessee, including DUI, domestic violence or orders of protection, assault or weapons offenses, theft and other property crimes, probation violations, or expungement, call (615) 475-7041 or send us a message to request a free consultation.