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Posted by Allie
September 17, 2026, five stars on AVVO
Speedy positive outcome
Tremendous representation!! I cannot say enough good things about this attorney and the way he handled my case. I was originally facing four years of federal probation, with the possibility of requesting early termination after 18 months. He represented me throughout the process and was able to get my probation terminated just a few days after I reached two years of being home from prison. From the very beginning, his communication was excellent. He kept a steady line of communication with me throughout the entire process, made sure I understood what was needed, and was always willing to answer my questions. Once we gathered everything needed—including letters and information documenting my transformation and successful reintegration back into society—things moved incredibly quickly. Within just a couple of weeks, he had an answer from the judge. In fact, once the request reached the judge, I received my answer within approximately two days. He truly went above and beyond for me as a client, and I am extremely grateful for the work he put into my case. His professionalism, communication, dedication, and commitment made a stressful process much easier. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an attorney who genuinely cares about his clients and is willing to go the extra mile. I am extremely thankful for everything he did for me and my future.
Posted by Roger
September 15, 2026
Hired Attorney Lawrence (Larry) Arnkoff/5 stars on AVVO
Superior Federal Defense Attorney for Complex Cases
I was included in a federal indictment for my role and legitimate attempts to help a family business. I lived in a different state than the one the federal case was filed and needed a federal court attorney to represent me in the Middle District of Tennessee. Larry was assigned to me from a private panel of attorney’s when the court doesn’t have appointed attorneys available. I was fortunate to be assigned Larry because he was well connected and had a history with the Judge, the court and US Attorney’s office assigned to this case. Mine was a long and complex case that included anti-kickback statutes and healthcare insurance fraud between hundreds of participants. After two years, Larry initiated a plea deal that: allowed for a downward variance in sentencing; incited others in the indictment to do the same. Then, after many postponements not due to our availability, it was another 2 years before sentencing occurred. I was on pre-trial supervision while we prepared for the sentencing. Larry became very familiar with my case and we communicated at least two times per week. In addition, he communicated with all friends and family who were writing letters on my behalf and impressed them all. His legal acumen and personable persona gave us all the feeling that we were in good hands. My sentencing guidelines were 87-108 months. Larry made an extremely well presented argument for probation backed by many examples of similar cases and an eloquent depiction of my deserving and exemplary attributes. The prosecution was vehemently arguing for a guideline prison sentence. The Judge was extremely complimentary of Larry ’s and his associate Davis Griffin’s presentation, but as he did with the other defendants , the Judge felt some custody ( 1 year, 1 day) was necessary and well below the guidelines. It was no fault of the facts and representation made by Larry on my behalf. If ever in this position again, I would want Larry to represent me. Especially, in any complex federal case. As such, I recommend him to anyone facing similar charges.
Posted by Jennifer on AVVO
May 19, 2026/ Hired Attorney Lawrence (Larry) Arnkoff/ 5 stars
Incredible work from Mr. Arnkoff - best outcome possible
Mr. Arnkoff not only earned the best possible outcome for our case, he was an incredibly soothing and communicative presence during an incredibly stressful time period. My father was facing a federal indictment charging him with AKS violations and healthcare fraud. He was also facing a possible prison sentence. Mr. Arnkoff skillfully convinced the Judge a probationary sentence was appropriate. He took the time to speak to our family members individually to be the best counsel possible, and also to keep us abreast of changes and updates as they occurred. He always picked up my calls and responded to my texts. It was clear in the courtroom that the he was known and respected by the judge, and well-liked by his peers. This was quite a comfort on for us, as it was a foreign environment to our family. In addition to Larry, the other members of his team were incredibly kind and professional and went above and beyond to make sure we were represented justly. I truly felt like Mr. Arnkoff took the time and made the effort to know and understand our side of things, and he represented us with expertise and care.
Posted by San / January 20, 2026
Hired Attorney Lawrence (Larry) Arnkoff/5 stars
Excellent, white collar, criminal lawyer!
I was referred to the Law Office of Lawrence (Larry) Arnkoff by an attorney who did not have the expertise I was looking for but assured me Larry was just the right lawyer for me. I was informed that Larry has decades of experience handling federal, white collar crimes and is an excellent trial attorney, thus upon researching him, I was impressed by what I saw and retained him. At the time, I was extremely fearful because my employer along with their lawyers accused me of being a potential co-conspirator in theft that was occurring. Larry helped me navigate through this situation and ultimately was able to prove I had nothing to do with the theft that was going on. Larry was always available to speak to me and was upfront with any potential issues I may face. He always provided a solution as well. He was very knowledgeable and definitely knows the law. Lastly, when retaining Larry I was a bit worried about the cost, but his fees are reasonable which helped reduce my stress. I will always be grateful for Larry and definitely recommend him to anyone facing potential criminal charges.
Posted by RBT on AVVO| August 7, 2025 |
Good federal attorney
I probably was not taking my supervised release serious enough. My federal probation officer is one tough lady and I underestimated her ability to send me back to prison. She filed a violation petition against me and fortunately for me Larry agreed to represent me. Larry knows everyone at the federal courthouse including my probation officer, the assistant U.S. Attorney, and the Judge in my case. He is extremely experienced and confident. He assured me he could resolve the matter without my having to be incarcerated and he was right. He negotiated a simple modification of conditions that the Judge accepted and now I am back on track, hoping for early termination in the near future. Larry returned all of my calls timely, kept me up to date as to what was going on and pushed me to focus on doing the right things. I couldn’t be more grateful. I would recommend him to anyone having problems in federal court. RBT
Posted by Kevin | May 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Larry represented me on a supervised release violation. I could have never asked for a better lawyer. He was very understanding of the issues I had going on in my life and got me the help I much needed. He always kept in contact with me then and even after my case was settled. I am very grateful to have Larry represent me and thanks again for helping me get my life back together.
5.0 stars AVVO/ November 23,2024 ,posted by AL
My husband hired Mr. Arnkoff several years ago to represent him in a federal cybercrime case. We had first hired another, inexperienced lawyer who claimed to have federal defense experience, but ended up admitting our case was way over his head and referred us to Larry. We are so grateful that he did. Mr. Arnkoff is a true professional. He was always willing to answer our numerous questions and calls, patiently explaining everything in a way that we were able to understand. His experience and relationship with the federal court community were a true asset. Larry was able to negotiate with the Assistant U.S. Attorney to significantly reduce my husband’s sentencing guidelines and restitution, and eventually a dismissal of the indictment in exchange for a plea to a lesser charge by information. I highly recommend Mr. Arnkoff to anyone that is facing federal charges.
5.0 stars AVVO and Google
Posted by Patricia /August 26, 2024
I worked with Lawrence Arnkoff recently on a federal matter. Mr. Arnkoff was very personable and communicated my options and all contingencies. He protected my rights and livelihood while dealing with multiple federal agencies on multiple areas of concern. Mr. Arnkoff kept me informed and assured me he was invested in my case. The fees resulting from my case were reasonable and the results I received were worth so much more than I paid. I highly recommend Mr. Arnkoff and would entrust him implicitly with any legal issue.
Capable and respected
5.0 stars AVVO
Posted by Tony Gigliotti
August 19, 2024
Larry defended me against a six-count federal Indictment. He got my son completely dismissed, and me reduced to one misdemeanor. He has strong relationships with the DOJ, and that was helpful. Larry is honest and to the point. Couldn't be better.
SHOCKING FBI VISIT
Posted by RRJ | February 2, 2024
| Hired Attorney /5 Stars AVVO
The FBI unexpectedly appeared at my door, which was very frightening. I had no idea why they were there or if I was in any trouble. However, it turned out that my name and one of my financial accounts had surfaced in an FBI investigation. Another attorney, who didn't practice federally, referred me to Larry. As soon as I contacted him, Larry took charge of the situation. He happened to know one of the agents and was able to buy me more time to respond. I never had to meet with the agents myself. I gave Larry the authority to handle everything, and after several months, he was able to negotiate a serious federal matter down to a warning instead of an arrest. Throughout the entire process, I never had any difficulty communicating with Larry. He is confident, knowledgeable, and obtained a great result for me. Moreover, his fee was very reasonable. I would highly recommend him to anyone with criminal problems, particularly federal ones.
PPP Fraud Case
Posted by Shawn | March 7, 2024
| Hired Attorney /5 Stars AVVO
I was caught up in a federal investigation for PPP fraud and money laundering as a result of my cutting some corners when applying for the loan. Larry was highly recommended to me during the investigation phase. This was a very serious and complex matter involving over a half million dollars. From the outset Larry was confident he could assist me in achieving a positive outcome of the case. He spared me from having to be arrested by the Marshal service in front of my family. Then for almost three years he guided me through the case and negotiated a great plea agreement with the government. He knows all of the prosecutors and judges and they all have great respect for him. Every time we appeared before a judge, I always felt comfortable with Larry standing there next to me. He fought hard for me. At times when I was frustrated about how long the case was taking, he would call me and make sure my focus remained positive. Going into the sentencing hearing we didn’t know if the judge was going to sentence me to prison. Larry’s presentation at sentencing was awesome. He was very prepared. The result was a 90-day sentence with 1 year of supervised release. Rather than receive a lengthy prison sentence Larry convinced the Judge to give me an extremely reasonable sentence that won’t destroy my ability to work or take care of my family. I consider Larry a friend now and I am indebted to him for how hard he fought for me. I recommend him to anyone facing federal criminal problems.
Larry Arnkoff is a creative legal thinker.
Posted by Dr. A.W. MD, PhD /October 5, 2022/Update August 2024
Larry Arnkoff was assigned to my case by the Chief Judge after another attorney abandoned me while I was appealing my case to the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. I am hoping to set aside my guilty plea and conviction. He has revived my case and placed it back on solid legal footing. Larry is a creative thinker. My case is a difficult one and he is thinking out of the box to help me find a favorable resolution. He is well respected by the U.S. Attorney's Office and that benefits me as his client. Larry is truly a gentleman and a scholar. Thank you, Larry, for your efforts and interest in my case.
Dr. A.W. MD, PhD
Update: I lost my medical license and went to prison prior to meeting Larry. He has recently assisted me in getting my medical license back, something I thought would be impossible.
Great Lawyer
5.0 stars AVVO/Posted by AJ /October 15, 2022
Mr. Arnkoff represented me on serious federal cybercrime charges. This was the first time I had ever faced anything like this and from the beginning I was extremely nervous about possibly being sentenced to prison. Mr. Arnkoff went above and beyond, making it a point to communicate with me often and ease any anxiety or doubt I had about my upcoming charges. He is extremely well respected by the judges and others in the system. His knowledge and confidence helped make the process very smooth and got me the best results I could have asked for, a probationary sentence. I now have high hopes for the future. I would highly recommend Mr. Arnkoff
5.0 stars
Posted by Steve at AVVO/ December 23, 2021
Excellent Federal Criminal Attorney:
Larry was referred to me by an attorney who did not practice in federal court. At the time I was concerned that an ATF investigation might lead to criminal charges so I really needed an experienced federal criminal lawyer to help advise me. I had never been in trouble before so I was very concerned how things might turn out. For more than a year Larry helped guide me through the investigatory phase. He assured me that he could find a positive resolution despite the seriousness of the matter. He used a proactive approach to push towards that positive resolution. His experience and credibility with the U.S. Attorney’s Office allowed him to negotiate a settlement for me that resulted in a probationary sentence of one year. He always kept me advised of the status of the case and was generous with his time. When he told me something, it happened. He told me I could appear in court without being arrested. He told me I could remain on pre-trial release while the case was pending. He told me he could work out an agreed sentence recommendation to probation rather than prison. He made all that happen for me. Whether it was speaking to the Judge or the Assistant U.S. Attorney Larry was always prepared and confident. My case result could have gone in a lot of different directions with a less experienced attorney. Larry made sure that didn’t happen and I credit him for that. I would recommend him to anyone facing serious federal criminal matters.
Posted by AW/August 5, 2021
I would highly recommend Mr. Arnkoff for anyone looking for a criminal defense lawyer. I was being represented by another attorney in Williamson County who advised me the best plea offer I would get would send me to jail , give me a felony conviction, and have me pay over $30,000 in restitution. I was upset and scared so I did some research and found Mr. Arnkoff online. His experience and confidence were apparent at my first meeting with him.He always kept me informed and returned my calls promptly. His fees are fair and he worked with me on a payment schedule. He was able to negotiate a diversion for me with no jail time, no conviction, and less than $500 in restitution.
Posted by Kim AVVO
June 17, 2021
My son was convicted of a very serious drug crime in federal court. Mr.Arnkoff fought hard for him .The government wouldn't file a waiver of the mandatory 10 year sentence he was facing. Mr. Arnkoff always knew the Judge would have given him a lesser sentence if she could have and he was very upset with the government lawyer. My son has now spent almost 5 years in custody. Recently Mr. Arnkoff contacted me about filing a petition for my son's release due to health and Covid.He told me the Judge was no longer bound by the 10 year sentence and she would most likely reduce his sentence. He put everything in motion and brought in his friend Attorney Michael Holley.The Judge agreed with them that my son deserved to be released and he will be returning home in a few weeks. I can't thank Mr.Arnkoff and Mr.Holley enough for their efforts on behalf of my son .
Update: June 2024: Larry filed a petition to have my son's supervision terminated early which the court granted. Everything is over!
Excellent Federal Attorney
Posted by Elaina on AVVO and Google/March 11, 2021
Mr. Arnkoff represented my brother-in-law on federal homicide charges. This was a very emotional case for the community. The penalty was mandatory life in prison and Mr. Arnkoff was able to negotiate a waiver of the mandatory punishment. The Government recommended a sentence of 25 years. After a very lengthy sentencing hearing the Judge leaned heavily towards Mr. Arnkoff’s arguments and imposed a sentence of 13 years. He was extremely prepared and it was obvious the judge had a lot of respect for him. My family would recommend Mr. Arnkoff for anyone in need of a federal criminal defense lawyer. He communicates well. He returns calls promptly. He is very knowledgeable in the law. He gave my brother-in-law and my family hope for the future. He never stopped encouraging my brother-in-law and I suspect he will continue to follow his progress long after the case is over.
Posted by Nicholas on AVVO/February 22, 2021
Mr. Arnkoff represented me on federal drug charges. The case lasted several years but recently he called me with the best news possible- my case had been dismissed. That is rare in federal court. I could have gone to prison and had a felony conviction but he never stopped working towards a dismissal no matter what the government told him. He was available when I had questions and when there was a lull in the case he would call me to bring me up to date. His determination and creativity made this happen for me. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a federal criminal defense attorney.