HB Advocates – Nashville, TN

Empowering Survivors of Sexual Violence

HB Advocates is a boutique litigation firm in Nashville dedicated exclusively to fighting for the rights of survivors. Founded in 2022 by attorney Hayley Hanna Baker, the firm provides a safe, trauma-informed legal haven for victims of sexual assault, harassment, and abuse. Hayley Baker, who began her legal journey advocating for widows and domestic violence victims in Northern Uganda, recognized a critical gap in the justice system for survivors in the South. Along with attorney Gabby Schmidt, the team at HB Advocates is committed to holding perpetrators and their enablers accountable, whether they are individuals, corporations, schools, or religious institutions. The firm operates with a deep understanding of the sensitivity required in these cases, prioritizing the client’s emotional well-being while aggressively pursuing justice.

Focused Legal Advocacy

The firm specializes in civil litigation for survivors of sexual misconduct:

• Sexual Assault & Rape: Representing victims of sexual violence in civil lawsuits to recover damages and hold attackers accountable.
• Workplace Sexual Harassment: advocating for employees who have been subjected to unwanted sexual advances, hostile work environments, or retaliation.
• Title IX Litigation: Protecting the rights of students who have faced sexual discrimination or violence at educational institutions.
• Child Sexual Abuse: Fighting for children and adults who were abused as minors, often taking on institutions that failed to protect them.
• Sex Trafficking: Representing survivors of human trafficking in civil claims against traffickers and benefiting entities.

A Trauma-Informed Approach

HB Advocates distinguishes itself by believing survivors and validating their experiences. The attorneys understand that the legal process can be re-traumatizing, so they tailor their strategy to each client’s unique needs-whether that means pursuing a confidential settlement or a public lawsuit. They operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay no legal fees unless the firm successfully recovers compensation for them. If you need to find a lawyer who will stand by you with compassion and fearlessness, HB Advocates is the firm to trust. They are unafraid of powerful defendants and are dedicated to helping survivors reclaim their power.

Located in Edgehill

The firm maintains a mailing address at 1831 12th Avenue South in the Edgehill neighborhood, just north of the popular 12 South district. To ensure client privacy and safety, the physical office location is shared by appointment only. This discreet approach allows clients to seek legal counsel without fear of exposure. The firm serves survivors throughout Tennessee and is also licensed in Missouri.