William D. Massey

William D. Massey is a highly respected criminal defense attorney with over 38 years of experience. He is certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy as a Criminal Trial Specialist and has dedicated his entire legal career to defending individuals facing serious charges. His practice focuses on state and federal criminal defense, including white-collar crime, homicide, drug offenses, sex crimes, and other complex cases. His extensive courtroom experience and commitment to justice make him a strong advocate for his clients.

William earned his B.A. in 1978 from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He then obtained his J.D. in 1981 from the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law in Memphis, Tennessee.

Throughout his career, William has defended clients in Tennessee and multiple other states, including Virginia, South Carolina, Florida, Texas, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Kentucky. His expertise in criminal law has made him a trusted advocate for individuals facing serious legal challenges. As the founder and senior instructor of The Tennessee Criminal Defense College, he has spent 19 years training other attorneys in effective trial strategies. He has also spoken at legal seminars across the country, sharing his knowledge with fellow lawyers.

William D. Massey is a nationally recognized criminal defense attorney and a Fellow of both the American Board of Criminal Lawyers and the American Bar Foundation—honors that highlight his longstanding commitment to excellence in the legal profession. He has been consistently selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers year after year. Massey has also demonstrated trusted leadership in the criminal defense community, serving as President of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and as a board member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

With decades of courtroom experience and a commitment to strong legal defense, William continues to protect the rights of individuals facing serious criminal charges. His dedication to justice and advocacy ensures that every client receives a strong and fair defense.

Law Office Affiliations

• Senior Partner, The Law Office of Massey McClusky Fuchs & Ballenger
• President, Memphis Bar Association, Criminal Law Section
• Member, Trial Law Institute
• Member, Diversity Law Institute
• Barrister, Order of Centurions

Licensed State

• Tennessee

Education

• Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Tennessee, Knoxville,
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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