Douglas A. Ball

No matter the case, we will find a way to help you For an experienced attorney who will fight for you, you've come to the right place. At our firm in Cincinnati, OH, our primary mission is to stand up for the rights of our clients. Whether you've had an OVI/DUI/DUS, are facing criminal charges, or are in the middle of a family law dispute involving a divorce, dissolution or custody issue, Douglas A. Ball will provide you with experienced legal advice and counsel. Most people don't know how the law works, or how to make sure that others don't take advantage of them in legal cases. Do not take chances with your case. Hire an experienced attorney who knows how to defend his clients. Come see Douglas A. Ball in Batavia or call him for a free telephone consultation today.

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Ohio

Since 1990

Owner

Douglas A. Ball, Attorney at Law

1993 - Current

Extensive experience in litigation focusing on Domestic Relations, Criminal Law, OVI/DUI/DUS, Juvenile Law, Civil Law and Personal Injury

Assistant Public Defender

Clermont County Public Defender's Office

1993 - 2001

• Handled voluminous dockets in Municipal and Common Pleas Courts. • Extensive Bench and Jury Trial experience, as well as Motion and Discovery practice.

Referee/Magistrate

Clermont County Domestic Relations Court

1991 - 1993

Presided over all aspects of cases heard in the Domestic Relations division of the Common Pleas Court, including custody and support determinations, domestic violence and contempt motions.

Law Clerk, Legal Intern & Attorney

Schuh & Goldberg

1989 - 1991

Upon Becoming a licensed attorney was an Associate handling criminal and civil matters including bench and jury trials.

University of Cincinnati College of Law

J.D. (1990) | Law

1987 - 1990

University of Cincinnati

B.A. (1986) | Broadcasting

1982 - 1986

Diploma (1982) | Drama, Music, Performing Arts

1979 - 1982

Above and Beyond Continuing Education

Ohio Bar College

2016

Completion of 24 hours or more of continuing education during a mandatory reporting period to the Ohio Supreme Court.

American Bar Association (ABA)

Member

2017 - Current

Activities: Continuing Legal Education, Research

Court of Common Pleas, Division of Domestic Relations

Chariman of the Domestic Relations Committee

2012 - Current

Cincinnati Museum Center

Docent

2010 - Current

Activities: Lead Rotunda Tours at the Cincinnati Museum Center, as well as Subway, Brewery and various other tours.

National Highway Safety Transporation Association

Member

2000 - Current

Activities: The SAME Certification as police officers have to conduce field sobriety testing.

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (OACDL)

Member

1993 - Current

Tedrick v. Tedrick, 12th Circuit Court of Appeals

The Ohio Supreme Court

April 11, 2016

Douglas A. Ball, Attorney at Law, Clermont County Bar Association

December 15, 2013

Clermont County Bar Association

In depth presentation on the Intoxilyzer 8000 being used to measure breath alcohol in OVI/DUI cases.

Field Sobriety Testing

National Highway Safety Transporation Association

Q. My boyfriend was arrested on a warrant stating probation violation from his dui last year but he paid his fines no po

November 20, 2017

A: You should refer back to his original sentencing information or have an attorney review it to determine what the Court ordered as to the conditions of his probation. You might also contact the Probation Department to clarify what conditions were ordered. Also, the OVI/DUI laws changed in 2017. Did he have any other DUIs than the one you referenced? You should definitely have him contact an attorney in the area where he was convicted. Many attorneys offer a free initial consultation that may be of value to you. I wish you all of the best in the future.

Q. Mom got DUI in truck that is in my name, and had no insurance on it which I thought she did. Will I get in trouble?

November 20, 2017

A: You need to contact an attorney in the area where the alleged charges were brought as soon as possible, if you have not done so already. The State has several options available to them on how to proceed, and you need an attorney versed in the law to discuss your options with you. This could be a problem for you since the truck is titled in your name. Do a search here on Justia to find recommended lawyers. You might also reach out to your local law library for recommendations. Good luck to you!

Q. I resently got a DUI they messed up on my ticket threw it out of court then reissued me a new DUI. Can they do that?

November 20, 2017

A: There is not a short answer, pat answe,r that can be given to your question. There are many factors that could play into the State's decision. You should definitely speak with an OVI/DUI defense lawyer in the area where you were allegedly charged. I would do an attorney search as soon as possible, so that your attorney will have adequate time to file anything that needs to be filed. The Thanksgiving holiday is likely going to cost you 4 days to get an appearance, so if you have done so already, I would highly recommend that you take action to contact an attorney for a consultation.