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Paul J. Dickman is a native of Northern Kentucky. Born in Covington in 1961, he was raised in Edgewood and Ft. Mitchell, along with his two brothers and four sisters. Paul attended St. Pius Grade School in Erlanger, and went to High School at Covington Latin School, in Covington, Kentucky. He attended Northern Kentucky University, and Chase College of Law in Highland Heights, Kentucky.
Since he started practicing law in 1993 Paul has practiced before state and federal courts throughout Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati. He has tried cases to judges and juries throughout the area and has gained an appreciation for the intricacies of the legal system that allows him to help his clients in dealing with their legal problems. He has successfully resolved complicated and overwhelming legal problems for hundreds of clients over the years.
He has successfully defended clients in courts throughout Kentucky and Ohio in state and federal criminal matters ranging from minor misdemeanors to serious felonies, including manslaughter, murder, rape, arson, and white collar crimes.
He considers himself a “Professional Problem Solver”.
CALL US - WE KNOW WHAT TO DO! Taking care of Kentucky Clients for over 20 Years!
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Appeals
75%
Criminal Defense
25%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 13 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kentucky for 32 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
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Posted by (Trey) Glen Martin | April 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
DUI Case, Total Loss
I hired Paul Dickman for a DUI case over a year ago. He promised to get a lessor charge, resulted in a Triple Charge in 3 states!! Court papers lined out all the "Full Limits of the Charge" which they even went over that. Nothing but excuses from Paul, and he said nothing is guaranteed. Well, for onc...
Paul Dickman
Replied last April 08, 2017Trey resided in Louisiana and hired me to defend him on a DUI case in Boyd County, Kentucky. After examining the facts of the case I advised him that the only defense was to try to suppress the breath results as the methods employed by the officers were, in my mind, suspect. We agreed on a fee and entered into a standard contract. In Kentucky it is unethical to make any guarantees as to the out come of any criminal case- and my contract states that clearly - as pointed out by Trey. Thus his comment that I "promised a lessor charge" is obviously false. After a full hearing wherein we cross examined the officers and challenged the breath results, the Court ruled against us and stated that the jury would be able to see these results. After much deliberation, and, consistent with my advise, Trey entered a guilty plea to the DUI charge as there was no other defense. Since he was from out of state we convinced the judge to give him one full year to pay his fines, and complete the Alcohol class that is required for any Kentucky DUI. Kentucky also requires a suspended license for any DUI. I explained to Trey multiple times that since he was from out of state, his home state may very well suspend his license as well - which they did. I went out of my way to find a class for him in Louisiana and made arrangement's for him to take the class. After seeing this review I contacted him and learned that in fact he had not taken the class as arranged, and had moved to another state and applied for a license. Had he simply taken the class and paid the fines he still would have faced suspension in his original home state of Louisiana but the case would have been resolved by now. Moving to another state while this was all pending without having taken the class or paying the fines only made matter worse. Trey was a nice guy but wanted to be "his own lawyer" and not follow my advice after the plea. Lesson here is - follow your lawyers advice! P.S. The claims that I didn't return calls or emails are simply false. Any client of mine knows that I return calls and even give out my personal cell number to all clients.
Paul Joseph Dickman's Lawyer Endorsements
"Paul is an exceptional lawyer with a proven track record of getting the best outcomes for his clients. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated attorney who fights for his clients' rights."
"I've worked as opposing counsel against Paul, and he is a good lawyer. He is willing to fight for his clients and take the case all the way through trial, if necessary."
"I have worked countless cases alongside of Paul Dickman. We have taken cases to trial and settled many more. Without a doubt, his years of experience, his no holds bars strategies and his dedication to his clients produces fantastic results. You can't go wrong hiring Paul to handle you case!"
"I have worked many cases with Paul as opposing counsel. I find Paul to be an aggressive advocate for his clients, as well as a worthy adversary in the litigation process."
"Paul is a strong advocate for his clients. I truly respect and enjoy working with him."
"Paul Dickman is an excellent advocate for his clients. Paul's high work ethic coupled with his vast knowledge of the law is truly impressive. I personally refer clients to Paul as I know he will achieve the best results possible. I fully endorse this attorney."
"Paul has a rare quality of being both intelligent and humble. Everyone likes Paul. He uses this to his advantage both in and out of the courtroom. I had a case where Paul was on the other side. Paul did very well for his client because he was methodical in all his legal decisions but was a pleasant person to work against. He is very good at disarming his opposing party due to these tactics. I hope I do not have him as opposing counsel in the future as he is very good at his job. However, I have recommended him in the past to family and friends and will continue to do so in the future."
"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Paul is an excellent DUI attorney. I recommend him highly."
Nicholas Nighswander
Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Aug 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Paul has an engineer's degree and is very knowledgeable in the area of environmental legal matters. This experience has enabled him to have seven figure outcomes for clients. If you have an environmental issue, Paul is the attorney to talk to about it."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel
2015
Hon. Kentucky Colonel, Governor of Kentucky
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel
2013
Rated Attorney, Lead Counsel
1995
Donated Legal Services Award, Northern Kentucky Bar Association
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Owner, Dickman Law Office P.S.C.
1995 - 1997
Partner, Dickman & Moser
1993 - 1995
Assistant Attorney, Meredith L. Lawrence & Associates
Associations
2000 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2000 - Present
Kentucky Justice Association
1993 - Present
Northern Kentucky Bar Association
1991 - Present
Kentucky Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Com. v. Ealy
NOT GUILTY
Com. v. Hardy
NOT GUILTY
Atkins v. Lakeside
settled
Wilson v. Interplastics
$4.75 Million Settlement
Education
1993
Northern Kentucky University, Salmon P. Chase College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Northern Kentucky University
Speaking Engagements
2002
2002 CLE
Geotechnical Issues in Construction Litigation
2001
2001 CLE
Recent Developments in Environmental Law
2000
2000 CLE Event
Brownfields 2000, The Development of Contaminated Properties
1999
1999 CLE Event
Legal Remedies for Petroleum Contamination
1996
Kentucky Career Institute, 1996
Real Estate Law
Publications
2001
Lex Loci, Northern Kentucky Bar Association
“Mold: The Next Toxic Tort”
1997
Lex Loci, Northern Kentucky Bar Association
Lead Based Paint and the Law
1994
Northern Kentucky Law Review
Law Review / Chase College of Law
Languages
English
German
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
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22 Aug 2023