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James Giles
Mt Vernon, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 43 years of experience
DUI & DWI, Business, Criminal Defense and Divorce
Ohio State University - Columbus
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.
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Troy Wisehart
Mansfield, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Juvenile and Traffic Tickets
The University of Toledo College of Law
Troy Wisehart is an aggressive, dedicated Ohio criminal defense attorney. Over the years, he has represented clients on high-profile felony cases including murder charges, rape allegations, and drug trafficking. He works to protect his clients' constitutional rights and mount a strong defense to ensure the best possible outcome. If you are facing a criminal charge including, DUI, drug theft, or sex offense, call Troy Wisehart to see how he may be able to defend your rights.
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R. Rolf Whitney
Mansfield, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 42 years of experience
DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Ohio counties of Practice: Richland, Perry, Crawford, Morrow, and Ashland
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Dale M Musilli
Mansfield, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 38 years of experience
DUI & DWI, Appeals, Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
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Jodie Dees
Mansfield, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer
3 N Main St
Mansfield, OH 44902
DUI & DWI, Business, Criminal Defense and Personal Injury
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Douglas E. Riddell
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense and Traffic Tickets
University of Cincinnati College of Law
Douglas Riddell's practice is devoted to defending clients facing DUI / OVI, traffic and criminal misdemeanor charges. With of years of experience practicing criminal defense in Central Ohio, he personally reviews, analyzes and implements a unique proactive defense strategy in each and every case that comes into to his office.
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Brian Joslyn
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Cannabis Law, Criminal Defense and White Collar Crime
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Brian Joslyn’s decision to become a criminal defense attorney was shaped by unique personal hardship. His life has been and remains a testament to the pursuit of justice for those subjected to overzealous law enforcement. He firmly believes in the dignified, respectful treatment of every person before the law.
In Brian’s Pursuit of justice, he has become one of Ohio’s most recognized and skilled criminal defense attorneys. His success has been heralded by many reputable organizations including Columbus CEO Magazine naming him as a top lawyer, the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys selecting him as one of the 10...
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Shawn R. Dominy
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 27 years of experience
DUI & DWI and Criminal Defense
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
The focus of the Dominy Law Firm is representing clients for criminal offenses, DUI / OVI charges, and serious vehicular crimes in Columbus, Ohio (Franklin County) and the central Ohio are. The Dominy law firm is one of only four firms in Ohio ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a "Tier 1 Best Law Firm" for DUI/OVI defense and also ranked as a "Best Law Firm" for general criminal defense.
We recommend educating yourself about your situation before making any decisions about your case. One great way to do that is the website of the Dominy Law...
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Benjamin L. Luftman
Dublin, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense and Traffic Tickets
Capital University Law School
I am believer that people accused of a criminal offense deserve the most competent and experienced legal counsel possible for a fair and reasonable cost of representation. My team of criminal defense lawyers vigorously defends the rights of Ohioans accused of all types of State or Federal criminal offenses.
I grew up in the Central Ohio area (small town of Bexley OH) and attended The Ohio State University for my undergraduate degree before obtaining my Juris Doctorate in Law at Capital University Law School.
When I'm not in the court room, I like to spend my time with my family, volunteering with...
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Amanda Burgess
Gahanna, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Amanda Burgess is a Keating Firm LTD. associate that practices in the areas of personal injury, criminal defense, and traffic/OVI defense. Burgess is a member of the Ohio State, Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Kentucky Bar Associations.
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David Shaver
Worthington, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 39 years of experience
(614) 547-7111
67 E. Wilson Bridge Road
Suite 101
Worthington, OH 43085
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Capital University Law School
Mr. Shaver is an experienced and aggressive attorney practicing primarily in the are of family and criminal law. He graduated in 1986 from Capital University law school (Magna Cum Laude) and is a member for Phi Beta Kappa from Denison University (also Magna Cum Laude). He has served as President of the Fairfield County Bar Association and as an Acting Judge in the Fairfield County Municipal Court. His public service includes being the Mayor of Pickerington and a city councilman. He also serves as a Guardian Ad Litem in Juvenile and Domestic cases.
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Joseph J. Kunkel
Dublin, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense and Traffic Tickets
Ohio Northern University and Ohio University
Associate attorney Joseph J. Kunkel focuses on criminal , DUI / OUI, and traffic law at Luftman, Heck & Associates. He looks forward to litigating on behalf of his clients as a growing member of the team at Luftman, Heck & Associates.
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Bryan Bowen
Dublin, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense and Traffic Tickets
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
Attorney Bryan Bowen is from Worthington, Ohio, where he was a National Merit Scholar and played volleyball on the 1990 Boys State Championship-winning Worthington High School team.
After graduating from Worthington High School, he attended The Ohio State University, graduating magna cum laude with a degree in History.
Law school followed, at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, where Mr. Bowen was awarded the distinction of being named a Public Service Fellow for his commitment to providing legal representation to underserved communities through the Legal Aid Society of Columbus.
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Mr. Adam Gregory Burke
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Capital University Law School
Adam Burke is a criminal defense attorney practicing in Columbus, Ohio. He is passionate about defending the rights of men and women facing criminal charges. Since 2008, Mr. Burke has concentrated his practice on aggressively defending clients charged with serious felony and misdemeanor offenses.
Mr. Burke earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from The Ohio State University and his Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School. While attending Capital University Law School, he earned the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for achieving the highest grade in the Criminal Law Course taught by the renowned former Professor and Criminal...
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Jon Joseph Saia
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 37 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Nursing Home
Capital University Law School
Attorney Jon J. Saia is a founding lawyer at the Ohio firm, The Law Offices of Saia & Piatt, Inc. Mr. Saia is a member of the Delaware Bar Association, the Columbus Bar Association, and the Ohio State Bar Association. With over 23 years of legal experience, Attorney Saia is highly qualified to take on even the most complicated criminal cases. If you would like to find out more about the benefits of working with Attorney Saia, do not wait to contact The Law Offices of Saia & Piatt, Inc.
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Ryan Nelson
COLUMBUS, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI and Criminal Defense
University of Cincinnati College of Law
With extensive experience in the field of DUI/OVI, Mr. Nelson regularly taught, trained and lectured at the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and other police agencies in the State of Ohio. In addition to trying cases, Mr. Nelson was also responsible for instructing newer junior prosecutors on how to practice, and regularly lent his DUI/OVI expertise to senior prosecutors in DUI/OVI related homicide prosecutions.
Mr. Nelson’s knowledge base and reputation for clarity, integrity, honesty and realism has few peers and he is fiercely dedicated to seeking the best possible resolutions for his clients.
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Brandon Shroy
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense and Domestic Violence
Capital University
Brandon Shroy has practiced exclusively criminal law in Central Ohio since 2006. After graduating from Capital University Law he accepted a prosecution position at the Columbus City Attorney's Office. Brandon quickly developed a reputation as an aggressive litigator with an ability to expertly apply detailed legal knowledge to his cases with outstanding results.
With experience as both a prosecutor and criminal defense attorney, Brandon is adept at perceiving and addressing weaknesses in the prosecution's case, which has proved an invaluable asset in his criminal defense practice.
As a trial attorney, Brandon has been invited to consult with local law enforcement agencies...
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Peter J. Scranton
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense and Traffic Tickets
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
Mr. Scranton believes in the concept of innocent until proven guilty, and that everyone deserves the right to a fair trial. He knows that when someone is in trouble with the law, they need an attorney who is willing to fight for them and keep them well-informed.
In his spare time, Mr. Scranton enjoys spending time with his family and playing tennis.
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Michael Stephen Probst
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Capital University
Michael S. Probst is a criminal defense attorney who represents clients throughout Central Ohio. Mr. Probst is a former prosecutor who has been handling criminal law cases since 1999. Michael S. Probst represents adults and juveniles. He defends the rights of clients facing charges in state, federal and mayor's courts. In addition to his experience as a negotiator and trial lawyer, Mr. Probst is experienced in criminal appeals.
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Anthony William Greco
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Capital University
The Law Office of Anthony W. Greco is committed to providing each and every Client with professional, aggressive and practical representation, while being sensitive to the Client’s unique concerns and goals. With more than 20 years of experience as a Columbus Ohio Divorce Attorney and Child Custody Lawyer, our “results driven” firm is equipped with the experience and attitude necessary to deal with each and every issue involved in Divorce, Dissolution, Child Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support, Grandparent Custody or Visitation, as well as all other legal matters involved in any Family Law case. From the financially complex, “high asset”...
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Marcus A. Ross
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense and Traffic Tickets
Capital University Law School
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...
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George Michael Wolfe
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Estate Planning and Probate
Capital University Law School and Ohio State University - Columbus
I have had extensive trial experience since licensure in 1994. I handled thousands of criminal trials, hearings, probate estates, and divorce or custody related hearings. I can practice anywhere in Ohio and Federal court. My reviews under Wolfe Legal Services on Google and Avvo.com show only a fraction of the clients we have represented. Please contact me any time for a free phone consultation, or you can send a text message requesting a callback.
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James S. Sweeney
Powell, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Capital University Law School
James S. Sweeney is the founder and managing member of James Sweeney Law, LLC. A native of Central Ohio, James was born in Columbus and grew up in Marysville.
Prior to starting his own practice, James worked at the Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. While in law school, he also worked at the Reynoldsburg City Attorney’s Office, where he served as a Prosecutor at the Reynoldsburg Mayor’s Court, and also worked at the Ohio Attorney General’s Office. He formerly served as the Village Solicitor of Alexandria, Ohio.
Prior to attending law school, James lived for several years in...
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Bryan Hawkins
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 13 years of experience
DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense and Traffic Tickets
Capital University Law School
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...
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Ryan Shafer
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Duquesne University School of Law
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...
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Robert J. Beck, Jr.
Marysville, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Family and Personal Injury
University of Akron School of Law
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Joseph Edwards
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 40 years of experience
DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense and White Collar Crime
University of Dayton School of Law
Columbus, Ohio Criminal Defense attorney Joe Edwards works vigilantly to defend and produce the best legal outcome for his clients. Prior to starting his criminal defense law practice, Attorney Edwards has experience as Assistant Attorney General in the federal litigation section, as well as experience as an Assistant Prosecutor for the Franklin County Prosecutor’s office where he prosecuted a variety of crimes in Franklin County, Ohio. He has experience on both sides of of the courtroom, providing Joe a unique insight in his ability to handle your case.
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Kathryn Sarah Wallrabenstein
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(614) 220-0238
41 South High Street
Suite 1800
Columbus, OH 43215-4216
DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense and White Collar Crime
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
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.
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Christopher Junga
Dublin, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
University of Toledo College of Law
Attorney Christopher Junga has always had a passion for public service. Between private practice and his work with various Public Defender Offices in Ohio, he brings over 23 years of criminal defense experience to Luftman, Heck & Associates. With his wealth of legal knowledge and nearly 100 jury trials across the state, Chris is a resource for clients and a zealous advocate for those facing life-changing circumstances.
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Bradley Dennis Keating
Gahanna, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Capital University Law School
At The Keating Firm LTD, we focus solely on personal injury cases. Our attorney, Brad Keating, has spent the past decade helping Ohio clients who have been injured due to the negligence of others. When you call our law firm, you will immediately recognize the level of commitment that we take toward your claims. You will speak directly with Brad, and he will explain the options that are available to you to help you recover compensation.
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Zachuary Meranda
Newark, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI and Criminal Defense
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D. - Cum Laude
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...
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John Harold Bates
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Juvenile and Personal Injury
Capital University Law School
John Bates is a Columbus, Ohio based attorney who handles criminal defense, traffic, motor vehicle accident, child custody, divorce, and Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases. I practice in central Ohio, which includes Franklin, Delaware, Union, Knox, Licking, Fairfield, Pickaway, and Madison counties. I have been representing families and their legal needs since 1993. I represent clients at all levels of the Ohio state and federal court systems. With over 20+ years of legal and litigation experience, I am strongly qualified to handle your specific legal situation. As your attorney, I provide quality and affordable legal representation...
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Tamas Tabor
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Attorney
DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
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.
Prior...
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Adam Lee Nemann
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
Capital University Law School
Adam Lee Nemann grew up in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and moved to Ohio to pursue his education. After graduating from the University of Cincinnati, with an enthusiasm for law and public speaking, he attended Capital University Law School. It was during law school that Nemann thrust himself into the world of trial advocacy. By day, he worked in a prominent criminal defense firm preparing to defend the accused, by night, he attended law school and volunteered for mock trial and trial advocacy clinics. Nemann obtained a limited license to practice law while an intern, representing his own...
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John Philip Milton Rutan
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of La Verne College of Law
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...
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Daniel James Sabol
Columbus, OH DUI & DWI Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI and Criminal Defense
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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April Campbell
Dublin, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 12 years of experience
545 Metro Place South
Suite 100
Dublin, OH 43017
DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, 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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Carl McCoy
Newark, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Family and Personal Injury
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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Nicholas Fagnano
Dublin, OH DUI & DWI Lawyer with 6 years of experience
Free ConsultationDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, 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.