Ramon Damas

Ramon Damas is a Cookeville criminal defense attorney at Byars, Darby & Damas, PLLC, who represents clients facing charges and legal problems with serious consequences. His practice includes criminal defense, criminal immigration law defense, and investigative preparation for people whose futures depend on careful advocacy. He brings personal insight, patience, and a fact-first approach to each case, focusing on uncovering the truth, protecting clients, and helping them understand the risks before making difficult legal decisions and choices.

Mr. Damas earned his B.A. in Political Science from Tennessee Tech University after graduating from Cookeville High School in 2009. He later attended the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, where he served on the Moot Court Board and externed for the Immigration Court in Memphis. His education and training helped shape a practice grounded in preparation, advocacy, and awareness of immigration-related legal consequences for clients and families.

Mr. Damas worked as a private investigator with Blackwatch Investigations during law school, gaining experience that continues to influence his defense strategy. After graduating, he joined a criminal defense practice in Memphis, where he handled criminal matters, immigration matters, and cases involving both areas. This background helps him identify hidden risks, examine facts closely, and prepare clients for legal issues that may affect their freedom, families, and long-term stability over time.

Ramon Damas returned to Cookeville with a strong commitment to community-rooted representation. He understands that accusations do not define a person, but the response to those accusations can shape a client’s future. His approach emphasizes dignity, thorough preparation, and clear communication. Clients rely on his investigative mindset, criminal defense experience, and attention to immigration consequences when facing stressful cases that require careful strategy and trusted local legal support in court.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Byars, Darby & Damas, PLLC
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• University of Memphis School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Tennessee Tech University
  BA in Political Science

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