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We provide Effective, Efficient Legal Services!

  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! 

 

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Practice areas

Real estateBusinessCriminal defenseDUI and DWI
  1. DUI and DWI: 35%

    DUI defense and all vehicular crimes

    27 years

  2. Criminal defense: 25%

    DUI defense, traffic, vehicular crimes, tractor trailer and CDL issues

    27 years

  3. Business: 20%

    Forming corporations, partnerships, limited liability companys and representing the same.

    28 years

  4. Real estate: 20%

    Real estate settlements, litigation, rights-of-way, Eminent Domain, buying and selling a business

    27 years

Languages spoken

Spanish, English

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Contact

257 East Market Street
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Law Office of John M. Ogden

257 East Market Street
York, PA, 17403

Website
http://www.johnmogden.com/

Law Office of John M Ogden

257 East Maket Street
York, PA, 17403

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
PAActive199301/02/2021
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2017
Top 100 LawyersAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2017
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2016
Top 100 LawyersAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2016
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2015
Top 100 LawyersAmerican Society of Legal Advocates2015
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers2014
Top 100 LawyersNational Advocacy for DUI Defense2014
Top 100 LawyersNational Advocacy for DUI Defense2013
Businessman of the YearNational Republican Congressional Committee2005
Excellence in the study of JurisdictionAmerican Jurisprudence1991
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
LawyerLaw Office of John M. Ogden2012 - Present
LawyerHolt & Ogden, LLP1999 - 2012
LawyerRHOADS & SINON, YORK1996 - 1999
LawyerKAIN, BROWN & ROBERTS, LLP1994 - 1996
Appeal InternMICHIGAN APPELLATE DEFENDER1991 - 1993
Litigation InternMICHIGAN ATTORNEY GENERAL1990 - 1991
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember2014 - Present
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2013 - Present
Pennsylvania Association for Drunk Driving Defense AttorneysFounding Member2012 - Present
National College for DUI Defense - Member NCDD.com GotDUI.COMAttorney Member2010 - Present
American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember1993 - Present
Central Pennsylvania Legal ServicesBoard Member1994 - 2000
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Thomas M. Cooley Law SchoolJD - Juris Doctor1993
York College of PennsylvaniaBS - Bachelor of Science1989
Dover High SchoolN/A1979
York College of PennsylvaniaN/A1979
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Commonwealth v. HaagSupreme Court of Pennsylvania Reversed Lower Court. Successfully argued to change the way the court was sentencing DUI offenders
DAVID LEASE v. HAMILTON TOWNSHIPReversed the Township, Allowed the Development
Citizens For Responsible Development v. WalMartSuccessfully 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 AppealsCommonwealth 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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HONEST & STRAIGHT UP

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I had consultations with two other Attorney's in York before meeting with Attorney Ogden who I chose to represent me. He explained everything in detail about my case and the charges against me in and for the first time in weeks, I knew and understood what I was up against. I was finally aware of both the best and the worst possible outcome in the criminal case against me. There was no more guessing. Lucky for me, because of Attorney Ogden, my case ended with the BEST possible outcome.

GO NOWHERE ELSE FOR DUI!

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Ogden does his homework and doesn't use a "cookie-cutter" approach to DUI. He researches before court. I was MUCH happier with him than with my other attorney AND with our results!

Drawn Out Divorce

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After hiring the wrong lawyer, I decided to go it alone and complete my own divorce. Although I made decent progress, I suggest not doing that. I needed some help, so after consulting with a second lawyer who helped me for a bit until they retired early, I needed to complete my divorce. I was now over 900 days into this divorce and needed closure. I called the office of John M. Ogden. I made an appointment and we sat down and discussed my situation. John agreed to take on where I left off and help me finish an arduous and time consuming divorce. I can not leave out the help from John's assistant Chamaine who kept me up to date on the progress of my divorce. I greatly appreciate the work they have done to finalize my divorce. I can not thank them enough for alleviating the stress that I have dealt with for just shy of 3 years. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again if I ever need legal representation.
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John Ogden's response: Thank you for the review. It was a pleasure to help you get this divorce behind you.

Very knowledgeable, professional, helpful, and will get you justice.

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The experience was calming and structured from the beginning. John stayed in contact throughout the process. He Won for us, we would recommend to anyone.
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Professional & Prompt

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I’ve used John a couple of times for myself with all ending good. I recently went to him with a issue my daughter had that needed immediate attention and within 2 days resolved it. Have a situation and need someone you can trust and not feel like their in your back pocket give him a try, Thanks again John.
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Expert Guidance

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Provided expert guidance; received a favorable judgement for the traffic citation from a difficult Judge who seemed to have an attitude who interpreted Traffic Regulations differently from the written law.
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Outstanding

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Mr. John Ogden has represented me on numerous occasions. He has always gone above and beyond what was needed from him. He is not a typical lawyer who tells you what will happen. He truly counseled me on which way things could go. I appreciate all this lawyer has done and he will continue to be my lawyer if I should get into anymore situations.
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Compassionate Legal Expertise

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Attorney Ogden has the expertise and experience to navigate the legal system but also does it with compassion and understanding. He has a way of putting your mind at ease. You can be confident he will do everything he possibly can to help you. Attorney Ogden also takes the time to explain the process in a way that is easy to understand. You will leave his office with a sense of relief.
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John showed concern and empathy towards my minor son when he was charged with felony, conspiracy to commit when it was clear he was in the wrong place at the wrong time with the wrong friend. John was able to get the charges dropped.
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Personal Service

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John is the ideal lawyer for those who hate lawyers...personal, understanding, and tenacious with an unequaled knowledge of the law.... handled my court appearance quickly and in my favor, he handled multiple cases for me Tenant Landlord, Traffic and also referred me to equally competent attorneys outside his realm
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George Swartz, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 23, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. John is always prepared and professional. He works hard on behalf of his clients.

George Margetas, Real estate 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

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, General practice 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, Litigation Attorney on Mar 20, 2017
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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, Business Attorney on Mar 20, 2017
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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
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I have attended advanced DUI training with attorney Ogden. I endorse him for his knowledge and skill in DUI law.

Charles Hobbs, Criminal defense Attorney on May 4, 2015
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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, Litigation Attorney on Apr 23, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent example of a great lawyer!

Paula Silverstein, General practice Attorney on Dec 5, 2013
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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, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 19, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.

Brian Manchester, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 7, 2011
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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.