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Nicholas Fagnano
Columbus, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
University of Akron School of Law
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.
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April Campbell
Dublin, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 12 years of experience
545 Metro Place South
Suite 100
Dublin, OH 43017
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
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.
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Brandon James Henderson
Cleveland, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and Personal Injury
Case Western Reserve University
Attorney Brandon Henderson founded his own law firm, Brandon J. Henderson Co. L.P.A., in 2003 after his experience working for a multitude of law firms during law school. HMW is comprised of our two partners: Brandon Henderson and Justin Weatherly.
Attorneys Brandon Henderson and Justin M. Weatherly lead our criminal defense team. They exclusively focus on criminal defense law and have dedicated their careers to pursuing justice for their clients.
At HMW Law - Ohio Trial Attorneys, we can provide the legal representation you need for your criminal or personal injury case. Our team recognizes the profound effects a legal matter...
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Jennifer M. Atzberger
Bay Village, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and Juvenile
Cleveland State University
With over eighteen years of experience in her combined areas of practice, Ms. Atzberger brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding to the unique needs of your case. Having worked in both the public sector and in private practice, she has provided expert legal advice and representation to a diverse community of clients in Cuyahoga, Lorain, and Geauga County.
Ms. Atzberger has experience in education law, representing clients in suspension and expulsion cases, helping to obtain 504 Plans and IEPs, and defending students against civil rights violations and bullying. She also represents clients in juvenile delinquency proceedings, and previously worked as...
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Daniel James Sabol
Columbus, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
Daniel Sabol is one of Ohio’s most recognized and skilled criminal defense attorneys. His talent has been acknowledged by many Ohio and National organizations, including America’s Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Columbus CEO, and Columbus Business First. Dan is a regular speaker at seminars across the country, and his expertise is often sought by other defense attorneys, prosecutors, judges, and officers.
Dan has engaged in extensive training to give him an edge in the courtroom. He completed several courses of forensic science in a laboratory, which culminated in a designation of “lawyer scientist” by the American Chemical Society. Further, Dan became the...
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Joseph Donald Hada
Mayfield Heights, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Cleveland State University
Joseph Hada is a defense attorney representing clients across northeast Ohio. Mr. Hada dedicates his practice to the defense of charges relating to OVI/DUI, Criminal and Traffic offenses. He is deeply rooted in Northeast Ohio and built a reputation as a strong advocate for his clients.
Mr. Hada graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Heidelberg University and went on to receive his J.D. from the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. He began his career as a public defender in Lake County, Ohio, representing juveniles and adult defendants accused of all type of criminal offenses,...
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Patrick DiChiro
Independence, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Cleveland Marshal College of Law
After being admitted to the bar in 1989, Patrick DiChiro began his practice primarily in the areas of Criminal Defense, Domestic Relations, Civil Litigation, and Probate Law where he has obtained favorable verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients. Over the years, Patrick DiChiro has expanded services to his private practice, and is recognized as a reputable Trial Lawyer.
As a Trial Lawyer, Patrick DiChiro has used his extensive experience to establish favorable outcomes within the Trial Court and throughout various Appellate Courts, on behalf of clients and other attorneys in need of assistance with their complex cases.
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Daniel Williams
Cleveland, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and Bankruptcy
Dan Williams represents clients in criminal matters, including juvenile, adult misdemeanor and felony, DUI/OVI defense, and expungements. He was admitted to the Ohio bar in 2012. He represents clients throughout NE Ohio including Lake, Geauga and Ashtabula counties. After working tirelessly for the past three years advocating for the rights of indigent criminal defendants throughout Lake County, Dan joined Dworken & Bernstein. After receiving his undergraduate degree from Miami University, Dan moved to Chicago where he worked as an Account Executive for a nationwide mortgage lending company. But his pride in his hometown never wavered, and he returned to Cleveland...
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Casey Cramer
Fairlawn, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
University of Toledo
Attorney Casey Cramer is the owner and creator of Cramer Law Firm LTD. Attorney Cramer believes in the "Essence of Compassion" and planned on forming a law firm which focuses on compassion for its clients. In 2014, Attorney Cramer was recognized for her commitment to clients and was awarded "Top 40 Under 40" by the National Trial Lawyers. "Membership into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under 40 is by invitation only and is extended exclusively to those trial lawyers practicing civil plaintiff and/or criminal defense law. Invitees must exemplify superior qualifications, trial results, and...
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Jonathan Jennings
Kent, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy, Business and Consumer
Case Western Reserve University School of Law and Malone College
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Carl McCoy
Newark, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Capital University Law School
I am Carl McCoy, Attorney at Law. I have provided personalized, competent and affordable legal services to residents of central Ohio for more than 30 years. I assist individuals with issues in family law, probate and estate planning, criminal defense, personal injury law, and other areas where legal help is needed.
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Thomas L Erb Jr
Medina, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
As the founding attorney of Erb Legal LLC, Thomas L. Erb, Jr. has dedicated his practice to representing Medina residents and their families in a variety of cases under Ohio law, including family law, juvenile law, estate planning, criminal defense, and personal injury cases.
Attorney Erb graduated from Case Western Reserve Law School in 2012 and was admitted to the State Bar of Ohio shortly after. Today, Tom’s practice covers clients from Medina and Wayne Counties.
You trust Attorney Erb to protect you and your family’s legal interests in cases like divorce, parentage, child custody, adoption, juvenile law, estate planning, probate, misdemeanor...
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Richard Joseph Stahl III
Middleburg Heights, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 18 years of experience
(440) 891-8388
18051 Jefferson Park
Suite #102
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Criminal Defense, Appeals, Bankruptcy and Divorce
Ohio Northern University
Rick is an attorney in Middleburg Heights, Ohio who works mainly in Family Law (Divorce, Support, Custody, etc.). In additional to representing litigants in divorce, custody, and support matters, he also acts as a Guardian ad Litem and represents the rights of children. His practice also includes work in Probate (Wills, Trusts, Estates, etc.), Criminal, and Appellate Advocacy, and provides services throughout Cuyahoga, Lorain, and Medina counties. He graduated from Ohio Northern University with his Bachelors of Science Degree in 2003 and went on to receive his law degree from Ohio Northern University in 2006. ...
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Simon Wynn Johnson
Beachwood, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(440) 477-6075
23811 Chagrin Boulevard, Suite 227
Chagrin Plaza East
Beachwood, OH 44122
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Cleveland State University
Simon W. Johnson operates a full service, general practice law firm where he continually strives to provide premier service to satisfied clients at affordable rates.
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Robert Benjamin Botnick
Shaker Heights, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 20 years of experience
(216) 245-9245
20600 Chagrin Boulevard
Suite 495
Shaker Heights, OH 44122
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Cleveland State University
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Matt Mishak
North Ridgeville, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 18 years of experience
(440) 678-0000
35888 Center Ridge Road
Suite 3
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and White Collar Crime
Cleveland State University
Described by his clients as a natural-born problem-solver, Attorney Matthew A. Mishak is the best choice for helping you through your legal issues in Lorain County.
After graduating summa cum laude, in the top ten percent of his class from the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in 2006, Attorney Mishak served as an assistant Lorain County Prosecutor (LCPO) (Dennis P. Will) for six years before becoming the Chief Prosecutor for the City of Elyria.
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As an Assistant County Prosecutor, Attorney Mishak represented various County entities, including the Lorain County Commissioners, Lorain County Job and Family Services (LCJFS), the Lorain County Health Department,...
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Mr. George N. Wukovich
North Olmsted, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Administrative, Business and Personal Injury
Case Western Reserve University School of Law and Miami University of Ohio
George N. Wukovich is an attorney licensed to practice before all Federal and State courts and agencies exercising jurisdiction within the State of Ohio. Since 1985, Attorney Wukovich has been in private practice as a small firm litigation associate (1985-1997) and as a sole practitioner (1997-present). He successfully represents the interests of individuals, families and small businesses. Attorney Wukovich is also presently active in several professional or legal organizations and other unique special interest groups.
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William Lawrence Summers
Cleveland, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 56 years of experience
(216) 696-0727
5910 Landerbrook Drive
Landerbrook Corporate Center, Suite 200
Cleveland, OH 44124
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Administrative, Appeals and Immigration
Cleveland State University and University of Miami School of Law
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Aaron Brockler
Cleveland, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Juvenile, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
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Brad Koffel
Columbus, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 32 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and White Collar Crime
Capital University Law School
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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Michael Timothy Cox
Columbus, OH Criminal Defense Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
Capital University Law School
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...
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Ashley Dollins
Columbus, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
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.
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Ms. Merisa K. Bowers
Columbus, OH Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
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James David Owen
Columbus, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
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...
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Chad Kristian Hemminger
Westerville, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(614) 636-3384
470 Olde Worthington Road
Suite 200
Westerville, OH 43082
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Cleveland State University and Ohio State University - Columbus
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Gregory Mathews
Westerville, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 36 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Business, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Capital University Law School
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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...
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Robert Bergman
Reynoldsburg, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 55 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Bankruptcy, Business and Divorce
Capital University Law School
I am the chief integral element of the Bergman and Yiangou Law firm. I received my BA from the Ohio State University in 1966, and my JD (Juris Doctor) from Capital University Law School in 1970. I spent a year as an Assistant Attorney General in the Workers' Compensation Section. I have been in private practice since 1972. I am a member of the Ohio State and Columbus Bar Associations, and a Trustee for the CEC (Consumer Education Coalition).
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Sean A. Boris
Elyria , OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Criminal Defense
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
I have been licensed to practice law in Ohio since 2008. I am a graduate of Case Western Reserve University School of Law.
I have devoted my entire legal career to the practice of criminal defense. I have represented clients on a variety of criminal matters throughout Northeast Ohio. I love being a criminal defense attorney.
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Christopher Piazza
Cleveland, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 3 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
I'm a recent graduate of Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. I passed the bar in July 2021. I focus on Criminal Law, Social Security Disability, and Bankruptcy. I have a passion for criminal justice and making sure that all individuals, regardless of race or socioeconomic status have equal access to justice. I have been working in the area of SSI and SSD for 10 years, including attending many hearings during that time. También hablo español.
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Zachary Barnett Simonoff
Elyria, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 26 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Consumer and Probate
Cleveland State University and The George Washington University Law School
Zachary B. Simonoff has been representing people since his admission to the Bar in 1998. He generally represents the little guy but operates a general practice. His Motto is "I Defend Freedom One Client at a Time!!!" Zachary B. Simonoff proudly served in the the Reserve Component of the Army and rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant.
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Christina Marie Turovskiy
Cleveland, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(216) 970-7102
The Caxton Building
812 Huron Road, Suite 290
Cleveland, OH 44115
Criminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and Immigration
Cleveland State University
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Thomas Inglesby Perotti
Chagrin Falls, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Business, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Our law office understands that when people hire an attorney, they need immediate help. We take the time to listen to all their concerns and to get all the facts about their case. We provide thorough research into the legal matter to make sure there are no surprises that can affect the outcome. Don’t let your legal situation get worse, call or email us today for a consultation.
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Kevin Wayne Rumes
Brunswick, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Cleveland State University and Baldwin-Wallace College
Charged with a crime? You want to retain a lawyer who has experience in both Litigation and Criminal Defense. Choosing the right Criminal Defense Attorney to vigorously defend you is the most important decision you will make. With Attorney Kevin Wayne Rumes, your case will be treated with the seriousness it deserves! Attorney Rumes has handled thousands of cases as both a prosecutor and as a defense attorney, and has earned many outstanding legal victories, along with an excellent reputation as a premier Defense Attorney in the Cleveland area. Now practicing in all counties and courts in Ohio.
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Ronald David Yarwood
Youngstown, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Appeals and DUI & DWI
University of Tulsa
Criminal Defense and DUI trial lawyer. Lead trial lawyer in capital murder cases. Defense lawyer in multiple violent offense cases, white collar crimes, DUI, theft, and drug offenses. Defense trial lawyer in eight murder/manslaughter trials to a jury. In addition, lead or co-counsel on nine cases with charges of aggravated murder with death penalty specifications. Five of the six capital murder cases tried to a jury. Lead trial lawyer in civil jury trials. Trial counsel in civil cases involving complex contract issues, business transactions, personal injury, defamation claims for public servants, and defense of intellectual property...
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Steven Maas
Youngstown, OH Criminal Defense Attorney with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Personal Injury, Traffic Tickets and Workers' Comp
Wake Forest University School of Law
Steven D. Maas worked in the steel mills when he was a young man — and it was there where he decided that he wanted to become a lawyer who would help working people.
Atty. Maas worked for Republic Steel and Copperweld Steel over the course of six summers to help finance his undergraduate and law school educations. He came to realize the need for workers to have quality legal representation when they’re hurt on the job.
“Working with the people there, I realized that I thought I could do a good job representing them,” Atty. Maas recalls. “And I knew right...
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David Engler
Youngstown, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 39 years of experience
(330) 729-9777
725 Boardman Canfield Road
Unit S3
Youngstown, OH 44512
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Divorce, Elder and Family
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
David L. Engler has litigated highly complex civil rights, domestic relations, probate and criminal matters. His reputation is as a skilled courtroom litigator that fights for his clients. He is a former County Commissioner, City Councilman and current long-time County School Board member. He is admitted into the federal courts in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Kentucky. He is currently litigating both civil rights matters in Kentucky and a complex custody case in North Carolina. He has represented clients in European civil disputes, negotiated a record deal for a top R&B group and once represented the...
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Jared Roberts
Wad, OH Criminal Defense Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
University of Akron School of Law
Admitted to the Ohio Bar in 2007, Attorney Roberts began his career as an assistant prosecutor. After three years as an assistant prosecutor he worked for a general practice law office for six years. In 2016 he started Ondrey & Roberts, LLC, with friend and colleague Kevin Ondrey.
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Dustin Mikel Blake
Columbus, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
University of Akron School of Law
Dustin Blake is one of Ohio’s premier criminal defense attorneys and trial lawyers. Mr. Blake represents individuals and professionals charged with felony and misdemeanor crimes (i.e. DUI / OVI, drug crimes, federal crimes, white collar crimes, sex crimes, etc.). Mr. Blake has a track record of obtaining superior results for clients prior to Trial. Dustin Blake also has a track record of obtaining Not-Guilty Verdicts for clients at Trial.
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Adam Charles Stone
Bucryus, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Criminal Defense
University of Dayton School of Law
Adam Stone was raised in Bucyrus, Ohio and represents criminal defendants all across Crawford County. He graduated cum laude from Wittenberg University and received his law degree from the University of Dayton School of Law. He is a seasoned litigator who has extensive experience trying and winning cases in court. In addition to practicing criminal law, Mr. Stone is actively involved in our local community’s initiatives and activities. Mr. Stone is widely regarded as a dedicated legal advocate by the community and he is passionate about mentoring our society’s youth. He is admitted to practice law in the state of...
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Darrin Leist
Columbus, OH Criminal Defense Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Consumer and Personal Injury
Ohio State University - Columbus
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.