Martel Criminal Lawyers

I am a former Assistant City Prosecutor for the Columbus, Ohio City Attorney's office and have been handling criminal, traffic and DUI felony and misdemeanor classification offenses for 20 years. I have handled cases throughout Franklin County, Delaware County, and throughout the state of Ohio. I have handled numerous suppression and evidentiary/oral hearings, jury trials and bench trials during my years of practice. I have also served as General Counsel for a small minority owned construction firm prior to starting my practice and joining the law firm of Walton & Brown, LLP as Of Counsel. In addition to my...

Josh is a seasoned litigation attorney focusing his practice in the areas Family & Juvenile Law, Personal Injury and Criminal Defense matters. Josh joined attorney Robert J. Beck, Jr. to start the law firm Beck Peistrup, Ltd. in January 2020 to serve the citizens of Union County and the surrounding areas. Josh has represented hundreds of parents in custody, children’s services and child support proceedings, as well as juveniles and adults that have been accused of committing crimes. Josh’s twelve years of experience include representing clients in both civil and criminal jury trials, as well as custody trials and bench...

Attorney John Philip Milton Rutan is the Managing Attorney and Founder of Rutan Law. Rutan Law was opened up in November 2010. His legal career begin in 2002 while attending a paralegal school in downtown Columbus Ohio. After working and training as a paralegal in Columbus for 2 years, John moved to Fort Lauderdale Florida where he was modeled by Roberto Stanziale into the attorney he is today. In 2007 John began law school at The University of La Verne in Ontario California. Before coming to Ohio John concluded his law clerking and paralegal experience in the Public Defender’s office...

Bryan Hawkins grew up in central Ohio and attended Dublin Schools. After graduating from high school in Cincinnati, Mr. Hawkins returned to central Ohio to attend The Ohio State University. There, he studied history and graduated from O.S.U. with a Bachelor of Arts degree. While attending Ohio State, Mr. Hawkins grew increasingly interested in the law and decided to attend law school. Mr. Hawkins graduated Cum Laude from Capital University Law School in 2011 and was admitted to the Ohio Bar that same year.

During law school, Bryan Hawkins worked as a law clerk in the Common...

Ashley Dollins works as a associate attorney for Joslyn Law Firm. She understands court proceedings in Ohio, including municipal courts and mayor's courts. Before working as a attorney she was a deputy clerk in several divisions of the Franklin County Municipal Court, including the Criminal Division and the Traffic Division.

Ashley graduated from Kent State University after being named to the Dean's List. She earned a Paralegal Certification from Akron University.

I am an attorney that represents clients in criminal, traffic, and juvenile matters as the majority of my practice in the Central Ohio area. I also represent clients in bankruptcy proceedings.

Attorney Zachary Olah is driven by helping people. When potentially life-changing criminal charges confront his clients, he knows they will face obstacles. And while he can’t always make the obstacle go away, he can guide them through difficult times. Originally from Reynoldsburg, Ohio, Zach pursued a legal career after a school trip to the State House, where he witnessed arguments concerning the laws that affect people’s lives. After attending college and Capital University Law School, where he clerked with the county prosecutor’s office, Zach began practicing criminal defense law. He spent 17 years with the Franklin County Public Defenders Office, working...

Tamas Tabor graduated cum laude from Ohio State University’s Moritz College of Law. He also holds a B.A. in philosophy summa cum laude from the University of Akron and a master's degree in the same discipline from Central European University. He scored in the 97th percentile on the Ohio Bar Examination.

Tamas' vast experience in the criminal law distinguishes him as a practitioner and an academician, capable of elucidating complex legal issues at trial, while simplifying intricate theories for clients. He honed his communication skills while serving as an adjunct professor at the University of Akron, Walsh University, and Malone University.

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While providing the personal attention of a small firm, our experience, knowledge of the law, qualified/trained staff, and cutting-edge technology, allow us to provide our clients with the highest quality legal services. We use prompt, effective communication and action to assist individuals and small businesses in resolving their legal needs. We keep clients advised in all phases of their legal issues, including planning, strategies, negotiations, alternative dispute resolution, and litigation. We utilize a network of affiliated professional consultants, including other attorneys, to provide our clients with specialized counsel in a wide variety of legal matters.

Zachuary Meranda is a dedicated criminal defense lawyer practicing in the Columbus, Ohio area. Attorney Meranda graduated cum laude from Thomas M. Cooley Law School and was admitted to the Ohio State Bar in 2008, as well as the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio in 2009. Today, he pursues his passion of defending individuals who have been wrongfully accused of all types of crimes. Attorney Meranda began his career as a public defender with the Washtenaw County Public Defender’s Office. He came to realize that he was the last line of defense for many, which cultivated his...

I represent individual and entities who are either under investigation, or being prosecuted, for criminal offenses. I handle a wide range of cases in both federal and state courts. I have jury trial experience in federal and state courts and have also argued appellate matters.

Before launching his own practice, Brian served as an Assistant Public Defender in Portage County, Ohio. While there, Brian made a name for himself by putting his own freedom at risk in order to defend his client's rights. When ordered by a rogue judge to proceed to trial after a mere two hours assigned to the case, Brian declined to begin the trial because he did not want to sacrifice the client's right to effective assistance of counsel and a fair trial. Brian was immediately arrested for refusing the judge's illegal orders. The case garnered national attention. The National Association...

Steve has been recognized in Ohio and nationally for his exceptional skill and experience in the area of DUI/OVI and criminal defense.  As a DUI / OVI attorney in Columbus, OH, Steve has handled cases in many Central Ohio Counties, as well as all local Mayor's Courts.  As a result of his 16-plus years of legal experience, Steve is the criminal defense lawyer in Columbus, OH to call if you are in need of solid legal representation if you've been charged with OVI (Operating a Vehicle Intoxicated), DUI (Driving Under the Influence), Drunk Driving, Domestic Violence, Assault, Theft or various other offenses.

Ryan Shafer is a skilled and experienced criminal defense attorney who defends the rights of those facing criminal charges in Central Ohio. Shafer is an attorney at Joslyn Law Firm in Dayton, Ohio. There he handles a variety of cases, including DUI, drug crimes, violent crimes and white collar offenses. Shafer studied business and minored in political science at the University of Cincinnati, where he graduated Cum Laude in 2002. He earned his Juris Doctor at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh in 2006 and became licensed to practice law in Ohio the following year. Shafer began his...

The Law Office of James D. Owen, LLC is one of the top criminal defense law firms in Columbus, Ohio. Attorney Jim Owen won his first murder case over 25 years ago. Ever since, he has been collecting “not-guilty” verdicts in all kinds of major criminal cases, including aggravated murder, bank robbery, kidnapping, attempted rape, gross sexual imposition, aggravated drug trafficking, and more. If you’re facing similar offenses, hiring attorney James D. Owen is one of the best things you can do to protect your future. Don’t just hire any law firm when it comes to your freedom. We have...

The Maher Law Firm (MLF) is a Central Ohio DUI/OVI defense firm. Owned and operated by attorney Colin Maher, we pride ourselves on helping achieve great results in your time of need. With over 2,000 cases successfully handled, you can be certain that MLF has the experience to aggressively defend you.

Being a criminal defense lawyer is more than a job for Nicholas Fagnano. Whether it involves negotiations with prosecutors, filing motions, or trials, when necessary, he knows what’s on the line for his clients and is excited about defending people in a system that often gets things wrong.

Before opening Campbell Law in Dublin, Ohio, April Campbell was a prosecutor. She began her career in the Columbus City Prosecutor's office, where she prosecuted a wide range of traffic offenses, and represented the BMV, helping citizens with suspended licenses get driving privileges. She later moved on to prosecuting serious felony offenses in Montgomery County. April Campbell has practiced throughout Ohio exclusively in criminal law, and has successfully litigated numerous cases in hearings, at trial, and on appeal. The focus of April Campbell's criminal experience has been in handling OVIs, drug and weapon offenses, and violent crimes.

Darrin C. Leist grew up in Groveport, Ohio graduating from Groveport-Madison High School. Following college graduation, Darrin worked for seven years in government and politics throughout the state of Ohio before ultimately pursuing his lifelong goal of becoming an attorney. He entered law school full-time studying at Capital University and Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland, before completing his studies and obtaining his law degree from The Ohio State University in 1998.

Michael’s practice is wide ranging. He handles both criminal and civil matters and can help most individuals with just about any legal problem they encounter. Mike has represented clients facing a variety of felony and misdemeanor criminal charges including DUI, theft, assault, fraud, and drug possession/abuse. In civil matters, he has successfully represented clients in both state and federal courts in legal disputes arising from contracts, land use, foreclosures, automobile accidents, collections, Lemon Laws, and other consumer protection statutes. As a former Guardian ad Litem for the Franklin County Courts, Mike is well versed in juvenile and family law. He...

It is important to move a case forward after a conviction has been affirmed on appeal. Although the Ohio Supreme Court does not accept all criminal appeals, appealing to it will exhaust state remedies to allow federal review of constitutional claims. The time limit to file a jurisdictional appeal to the Ohio Supreme Court is 45 days from the date of the appellate decision. I offer a free consultation for appeals to the Ohio Supreme Court from anywhere in Ohio. I am also licensed in the United States Southern District of Ohio, the United States Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals...

Ben Weisbuch has dedicated his legal career to fighting for the civil rights of his clients in criminal courts. Over the last 15 years, Ben has handled hundreds of criminal matters involving DUI/OVI, drugs, guns, violent offenses, white collar crime and juvenile offenses. He is licensed in both Ohio and Massachusetts and has litigated in municipal, state and federal courts. Ben excels at courtroom advocacy, successfully handing dozens of trials in complex criminal cases. He distinguishes himself from other attorneys through his ability to boil complex problems into opportunities and solutions, empathize with his clients and provide aggressive but thoughtful...

Bradley P. Koffel is currently one of the Top 50 lawyers in Columbus (Ohio Super Lawyers) and is one of only three lawyers in Ohio listed in "Best Lawyers in America" for DUI / OVI. He has also been awarded the highest rating by Martindale-Hubbell.

He practices all across Ohio defending individuals charged with alcohol and drug offenses, serious vehicular crimes, sex abuse allegations and sex offenses, white collar crimes, and more. Mr. Koffel has a winning record in numerous jury trials and bench trials since he started his practice in 1993. He has tried cases in every county of...

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Greg earned his undergraduate degree from Taylor University. After graduating from Capital University Law School, he was admitted to the Ohio Bar and the Bar of the United States District Court in 1988.
Greg’s legal experience is the type you want on your side. As a former prosecutor and special prosecutor for the City of Columbus, Greg knows both sides of the courtroom. He is currently...

I have a wealth of experience across a wide range of practice areas. I have over a decade of experience handling criminal, traffic, and family law matters. Clients trust me for personal service, attention to detail and aggressive representation no matter the complexity of their situations. Although I am frequently in court, I remain available for office consultations and client meetings. I am sympathetic to a client's case as it is probably the most stressful time of his or her life. I am trained in dispute resolution and collaborative law and offer alternatives to resolving cases.

Diligent and hardworking litigation attorney with over 10 years of experience, who consistently takes initiative and delivers creative solutions to achieve positive results for clients. Possesses an unyielding work-ethic, passion and skill, while bringing a positive attitude and sense of humor to the legal field. Skilled advocate for legal rights and protections.

Mr. Benton offers over 35 years of legal experience. He has successfully defended clients charged with virtually all major felonies, both state and federal, including capital murder, RICO violations, white collar crimes, narcotic offenses, sex offenses and DUI. His practice also includes civil litigation, business, real estate, and personal injury.

Mr. Benton is known as a skilled litigator who aggressively advocates for his clients.

Mr. Benton is licensed to practice law in the United States Supreme Court, United States Court of Appeals, United States District Court, the Ohio Supreme Court and all related courts in Ohio....

As founder of Soroka & Associates, LLC, Roger R. Soroka represents the rights of people in Columbus, Ohio. He focuses his practice on handling criminal defense cases. In 2004, Mr. Soroka received a Bachelor of Science in finance from Miami University in Ohio. He then earned a Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School in 2007. Protecting his clients' rights is Mr. Soroka's priority. He knows the serious consequences associated with a criminal charge or conviction. He has spent his career taking on even the most challenging cases. A skilled litigator, he knows how to build a strong...

Born and raised in Licking County, Attorney Seth Smith earned his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. He went on to graduate from Campbell University School of Law in Raleigh, North Carolina. On return to Ohio, Seth interned in the Licking County Prosecutor’s Office where he discovered his passion was actually for criminal defense. Since pursuing private practice, Seth has represented numerous clients charged with felonies, misdemeanors and federal crimes. Seth also regularly practices in Franklin County Domestic Relations and Licking County Domestic Relations court representing clients in complicated custody battles, divorces, and other family issues....

Attorney James A. Giles has been serving the legal needs of the people of Knox County, Ohio since 1981. Mr. Giles is dedicated to providing the highest quality legal services to the people of Mount Vernon and Knox County, protecting the family, and the rights of the accused. His office is in Mount Vernon, Ohio, next door to the Knox County Courthouse. Mr. Giles is also associated with ACS Title & Closing Services of Knox County, a full-service Real Estate Title Insurance Agency.