About John
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John M. Ogden has over 25 years of courtroom experience in trying and winning cases, including DUI, Criminal Defense, Real Estate cases as well as handling Wills and Estate matters. We are focused on finding ways to creatively solve legal issues in an effective and efficient manner, and we are ready to work for you.
The Law Firm of John M. Ogden is a full-service general practice law firm in York, Pennsylvania. In addition to trial defense, we handle all types of buisiness matters from partnerships and corporations to LLCs. We represent both plaintiffs and defendants in all business matters and contract disputes.
We have a full service title insurance service for commercial and residential real estate transfers. Attorney Ogden has been a Pennsylvania licensed Title Insurance Resident Agent since 2003.
Attorney John Ogden has won major DUI (Driving Under the Influence of alcohol or controlled substances, or both) sentencing decision in the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. The highest Court in Pennsylvania unanimously agreed with Ogden that the way the trial courts were sentencing subsequent DUI offenders was illegal. In its unanimous decision, the high overruled three prior Superior Court opinions. The issue was whether a DUI offender may be sentenced as a repeat offender if there was no conviction between the first offense DUI and a subsequent offense DUI.This occurs when someone is arrested on a DUI charge, but not yet found guilty. If that same person is arrested for another DUI before the conviction on the first DUI, this opinion will apply. Commonwealth v. Haag, 603 Pa. 46, 981 A.2d 902 (Pa. 2009).
Attorney Ogden recognizes that a DUI is a very serious crime and does not in any way condone multiple DUI offenses. However, he believes that everyone in entitled to Equal Justice Under Law and the law should be followed. Attorney Ogden has been fighting for his clients' rights since 1993.
Attorney Ogden recently challenged driver's license suspensions for a large group of driver's whose licenses were suspended up tpo ten years after their criminal case was over. The York County Clerk of Courts audited his office and learned that driver's whose license should have been suspended were never reported to PennDot. In one action, he directed that over 5.000 drivers be reported to PennDot and their licenses were automatically suspended. The law provided no relief until Attorney Ogden fought the case, and won. As a result, a new rule was announced giving relief to those unjustly suspended.
Attorney Ogden constantly attends seminars in all areas of DUI defense and trial techniques.
Attorney Ogden graduated from Dover Area High School in 1979. He graduated from York College of Pennsylvania in 1987 with an Associate of Science Degree and in 1988 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Systems.
Attorney Ogden served in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard rising from an enlisted private in 1983 to being a commissioned Officer in 1987.
Attorney Ogden graduated Cum Laude from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1993.
Attorney Ogden began his career practicing with Law Firm of Kain Brown & Roberts, (which later became known as Rhoads & Sinon, LLP), from 1993 until 1999.
In 1999, Attorney Ogden formed the Law Firm of Holt & Ogden, LLP with Attorney Farley G. Holt, Esquire.
After twelve years, John M. Ogden formed the Law Office of John M. Ogden located at 257 East Market Street, York, PA 17403.
Call today to hear how John Ogden can guide you though the legal system!
Practice areas
- DUI and DWI: 35%
DUI defense and all vehicular crimes
25 years
- Criminal defense: 25%
DUI defense, traffic, vehicular crimes, tractor trailer and CDL issues
25 years
- Business: 20%
Forming corporations, partnerships, limited liability companys and representing the same.
26 years
- Real estate: 20%
Real estate settlements, litigation, rights-of-way, Eminent Domain, buying and selling a business
25 years
Languages spoken
Spanish, English
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Contact
Law Office of John M. Ogden
257 East Market Street
York, PA, 17403
Website
Law Office of John M Ogden
257 East Maket Street
York, PA, 17403
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| PA | Active | 1993 | 11/17/2019 |
| Legal answers | 31 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
| Top 100 Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2017 |
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
| Top 100 Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2016 |
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
| Top 100 Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
| Top 100 Lawyers | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2014 |
| Top 100 Lawyers | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2013 |
| Businessman of the Year | National Republican Congressional Committee | 2005 |
| Excellence in the study of Jurisdiction | American Jurisprudence | 1991 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | Law Office of John M. Ogden | 2012 - Present |
| Lawyer | Holt & Ogden, LLP | 1999 - 2012 |
| Lawyer | RHOADS & SINON, YORK | 1996 - 1999 |
| Lawyer | KAIN, BROWN & ROBERTS, LLP | 1994 - 1996 |
| Appeal Intern | MICHIGAN APPELLATE DEFENDER | 1991 - 1993 |
| Litigation Intern | MICHIGAN ATTORNEY GENERAL | 1990 - 1991 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| DUI Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
| Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2013 - Present |
| Pennsylvania Association for Drunk Driving Defense Attorneys | Founding Member | 2012 - Present |
| National College for DUI Defense - Member NCDD.com GotDUI.COM | Attorney Member | 2010 - Present |
| American Society of Legal Advocates | Member | 1993 - Present |
| Central Pennsylvania Legal Services | Board Member | 1994 - 2000 |
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| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas M. Cooley Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1993 |
| York College of Pennsylvania | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1989 |
| Dover High School | N/A | 1979 |
| York College of Pennsylvania | N/A | 1979 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Commonwealth v. Haag | Supreme Court of Pennsylvania Reversed Lower Court. Successfully argued to change the way the court was sentencing DUI offenders |
| DAVID LEASE v. HAMILTON TOWNSHIP | Reversed the Township, Allowed the Development |
| Citizens For Responsible Development v. WalMart | Successfully decided in favor of my client, Special Exception Denied. |
| In Re Sarver, | Record of the "Committment" was expunged. The guns and ammunition were returned to the Client. |
| Radecke v. York County Board of Assessment Appeals | Commonwealth Court Reversed the lower court. The reassessment was improper. |
| Radecke v. York Cnty. Bd. of Assessment Appeals, 798 A.2d 265 (Pa.Cmwlth. 2002) | Favorable to the land owner |
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Attorney endorsements
(13)George Swartz, Family Attorney on Feb 23, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. John is always prepared and professional. He works hard on behalf of his clients.
George Margetas, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 25, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. John is a very copentent and hard working attorney. He diligent abd will go out of his way to take care of your legal issue. He treats everyone with respect abd courtesy.
Jesse Markley, Litigation Attorney on Jun 12, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. John brings a wealth of experience to bear on each matter he represents. I would retain this lawyer. He is professional and always prepared.
John Hamme, DUI and DWI Attorney on May 5, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Client focused and detail orientated.
Bernard Ilkhanoff, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 23, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. John is one of the few attorneys who can call himself a general practitioner. He has great intellect, works tirelessly for his clients and is ethical. He is always ready to help me when I need an opinion on a case. I would not hesitate to hire John for legal help.
Gavin Markey, Real estate Attorney on Mar 20, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer highly. Attorney Ogden and I have been on opposing sides in municipal and zoning litigation many times. Attorney Ogden is a devoted and aggressive representative for his clients. He is creative in his legal theories and in many instances, sets new standards for the legal matter to be reviewed and acted upon in appeals.
Steven Miner, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Mar 20, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. While being a zealous advocate for his client, he was always professional and courteous to my staff and me.
Joshua Goldberg, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 1, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have attended advanced DUI training with attorney Ogden. I endorse him for his knowledge and skill in DUI law.
Charles Hobbs, Family Attorney on May 4, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
John has a great mind for Criminal Defense law. Provides guidance and advise to many of the lawyers in the community in this area of expertise.
Kathryn Nonas-Hunter, Family Attorney on Apr 23, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent example of a great lawyer!
Paula Silverstein, Child custody Attorney on Dec 5, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse John Ogden without reservation. He is a very talented lawyer with high level skills in the courtroom and he knows many areas of the law and has been a mentor, colleague and has also co-counseled with me as well and gotten very good results.
David Hershey, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Brian Manchester, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 7, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
John is a hard working DUI defense lawyer who knows more than just the law. He spends a lot of time learning about the scientific aspects of the chemical tests the government uses to test for alcohol content. That is what gives him an edge over other lawyers because it is the alcohol and drug content that makes or DUI cases and John knows where to look and what to ask to take apart the prosecutors case. I endorse him highly.
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