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About Runyon & Runyon

Attorneys Serving Clarksville, Tennessee Since 1929


The attorneys at Runyon & Runyon continue the legacy of excellence that the firm is known for in the community. Please follow the attorney biography links below to learn more about the credentials of each lawyer.


Runyon & Runyon has a long-standing tradition of providing quality legal representation for individuals and businesses in the Clarksville community and the surrounding area. Our law firm was established in 1929, and the third-generation lawyers of today's firm are committed to guiding clients through difficult legal challenges with the professionalism that is the hallmark of our firm.

Any legal challenge can cause stress for an individual, and the trusted attorneys at Runyon & Runyon understand that decisions made in the course of solving a legal problem can have a significant impact on the personal lives of their clients. Each lawyer at our firm is driven to address all aspects of the available legal options with straightforward guidance concerning the consequences, both good and bad, so clients can make informed decisions with confidence.

A Standing Tradition of Excellence in Legal Representation

Attorneys Raymond Runyon and Frank J. Runyon grew up in Clarksville, Tennessee. They have been active in the community and have developed a deep understanding of the legal system, as well as the participants in the legal system through the many relationships they have throughout the community. This local knowledge is valuable in analyzing the full contours of the choices that need to be made in resolving a legal problem.

Our firm is committed to providing straightforward answers about the available legal options in any matter to allow clients to make informed decisions. Together, "J." and Ray have nearly 40 years of legal experience, which they use to vigorously guard their clients’ rights.

Former Police Experience

Before entering the practice of criminal law, "J." Runyon gained valuable experience as a police officer who quickly advanced through the ranks of the Clarksville Police Department. He has drawn on that experience to rigorously defend the rights of individuals charged with crimes in Tennessee. His deep knowledge of the law, the procedures used during an investigation, and experience as a criminal defense lawyer allow him to analyze each individual case from all angles in developing a defense strategy. He has been practicing as a criminal lawyer since 1997.

Attorney Ray Runyon continues to provide quality legal representation for individuals in need of help in the areas of family law, personal injury, estate planning and administration, business law, real estate, and other areas that can have a significant impact on an individual's life. He was selected for inclusion on the Mid-South Super Lawyers' list of Rising Stars in 2011 and 2013. In 2012, he was named on the National Trial Lawyers' Top 40 Under 40 list in Tennessee. He has been practicing since 1998.


If you are facing a pressing legal concern, you can rely on the experience and professionalism of the Clarksville attorneys at Runyon & Runyon. To learn more how the trusted lawyers at our firm can help you, contact us at (931) 805-4445.

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