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Robert Edward Calesaric
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Biography
My practice is limited to three specific areas: DUI/OVI; Criminal Defense; and Personal Injury/Wrongful Death. If the case involves an automobile, than the odds are it is a case that I will litigate whether it is from the DUI Defense perspective or prosecuting a personal injury case involving a motor vehicle crash.
I graduated from OSU in Criminal Justice. I was a private investigator for two years prior to entering law school. After law school, I spent six years as an assistant prosecuting attorney learning the skills necesary to handle complex litigation. Currently I spend approximately 70% of my practice on DUI defense, 20% on criminal defense, and 10% on personal injury/wrongful death cases. I am on the OACDL DUI committee and I am certified in Breath Testing Procedures, ARIDE and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Procedures. I speak annually at various seminars and orginizations. I have co-chaired the OACDL Advanced DUI Seminar.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
70%
32 years
Criminal Defense
30%
32 years
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Licensed in Ohio for 31 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Robert E. Calesaric Attorney at Law
35 South Park Place, Suite 150, Newark, OH, 43055
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Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
The Best of the Best
Rob is at the top of his game. This is the man you need on your side when the law isn't on your side. This man took me out of the hardest situation of my life and got us the best possible outcome we could receive. He is thorough, trustworthy, and keeps the communication following at all times. If you...
Posted by Tim | February 02, 2014 | DUI & DWI
Rob is awesome!
Rob has done a wonderful job for me. I had a case that lasted almost a year. I had a 3rd ovi offense in 6 years. The court wanted lengthy jail time and to forfeit my car. Through Rob's hard work and diligence, he got the DUI reduced to physical control. Thanks to Rob I got to keep my job and didn't ...
Posted by S. D. | December 07, 2009 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
CASE DISMISSED!!!
Rob held the Officer to the same degree of technical legal standards that the Officer applied in making my traffic stop. The Officer failed the test(s) and my case was dismissed.
Posted by Donn | September 09, 2009 | Criminal Defense
Found NOT GUILTY
Rob was very good in his defense. He used techniques when talking to the Jury pool that would help the Jury to discount the Prosecusion witnesses' testamonies without having them appear to be lying. I thought this especially effective and considerate of their honor and integritty "what you thought ...
Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2009
Review of Robert Calesaric
Robert is personable, smart, and to the point. He has twice been of great service to me. He is very competitive, which is obviously something you would want in a lawyer. He is one of the top lawyers in his field, recommended to me by two other lawyers I know who are family friends. I personally canno...
Robert Edward Calesaric's Lawyer Endorsements
"Rob offers his clients a unique perspective in the courtroom due to his experience both as a prosecutor and defense counsel. His experience makes him equally comfortable and highly competent in front of a jury, a judge or simply a pretrial conference. His background and knowledge are indeed an asset to anyone who seeks his counsel. I greatly recommend Rob."
"I know Robert to be an excellent attorney who spends time helping answer questions to people in need of advise. I highly recommend this attorney!"
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"I endorse Rob as a criminal defense/ OVI lawyer. Rob is personable and responsive to his clients' needs and makes sure their questions are answered. He has an excellent reputation among his peers and the respect of the Judges. You cannot go wrong choosing Rob to assist you in your legal matter."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Rob has been a wonderful mentor since I started practicing OVI defense and for good reason-he is highly skilled, knowledgable, and dedicated to his clients. He practices in a jurisdiction where many attorneys fear to go and he flourishes there because of his high-quality representation."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Rob is a sharp and hard-working DUI defense attorney. His wit, work ethic and diligence enable him to produce favorable verdicts and outcomes for his clients. He is truly a leader among the peer group of DUI and criminal defense lawyers in Ohio. I commend Rob’s approach to DUI and criminal defense and I am grateful for the example he sets for his peers."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Calesaric is one of the most aggressive and knowledgeable OVI/DUI attorneys in Ohio. Mr. Calesaric has lectured on OVI topics for state and local bar associations. He wins cases for his clients."
"Rob is a DUI Defense GURU! He has recently been doing a Fabulous Job Fighting the new Intoxilyzer 8000 breath testing machine across the State of Ohio! Rob is called upon by Attorneys across Ohio to instruct them on proper DUI Defense Tactics and Procedures! Rob is a frequent presenter at OACDL DUI Seminars, and other DUI Seminars across the State of Ohio. Rob is a really down to earth guy, and I know that many DUI attorneys approach him for their most difficult questions and cases. Anyone facing an OVI ( DUI ) would be well-served by Rob's TALENT!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable and helpful."
"I had the pleasure of working with Robert on a case and I have found him to be very competent and knowledgeable in his area. He is responsive and easy to work with. I recommend him without hesitation."
"One of the best in the Columbus area and the State of Ohio. This guy really knows his stuff and he always works very hard for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's efforts to educate the public about criminal law including drunk driving law."
"Smart attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Rob and I have worked together at DUI seminars and have called on each other for adivice on cases that we have each had to deal with. I have tremendous amount of respect for his ability to think outside the box and his "no holds barred" approach to representing his clients."
"I have worked with Rob on seminars for DUI defense and criminal defense. I am very impressed with his knowledge and skills, and I highly recommend him. If I were charged with an offense in Licking County, Ohio, my first call would be to Rob."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2023
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2022
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2021
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Who's Who in the World, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2020
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2020
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2019
Super Lawyers, Thomas Reuters
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2018
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Who's who in American Law, Marquis
2017
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2016
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Highly Rated in Both Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2015
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2015
Who's Who in AMerica, Marquis
2015
Top Lawers, AVVO
2015
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2014
Marquis, Who's Who In American Law
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2013
Highly Rated in Both Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top 100 DUI Attorneys in Ohio, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2012
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Who's Who in American Law, Marquis Who's Who in American Law
2011
Bar College, Ohio State Bar Association
2010
Bar College, Ohio State Bar Association
2008
Bar College, Ohio State Bar Association
2001
Award of Appreciation, Licking County Prosecutor's Office
1994
Order of the Curia, Capital Law School
Work Experience
1994 - 2001
Assistant Attorney, Licking County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
Associations
2011 - Present
Licking County OVI Court Advisory CommitteeMember
2010 - Present
Ohio State Bar Associationtraffic law committee
2009 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2004 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersDUI committee
2001 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2001 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Licking County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2012
NACDLMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Pataskala vs J.H.
Not Guilty
State v JH
Not Guilty
State v. D.C.
Dimissed
Pataskala v. C.R.
Not Guilty
Pataskala v Houck
Appeal of trial court granting suppression affirmed. Case dismissed.
State v. Blair
Dismissed prior to trial
State v. R.O.
Dismissed prior to trial
State v Whitt
case dismissed
State v. WA
Case dismissed.
State v. DS
Not Guilty
State vs. JK
DISMISSAL
SK vs. Insurance CO
settlement
Education
1994
Capital University
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
Ohio State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2024
OACDL Advanced OVI Seminar
OVI Motion Hearings
2017
Criminal Justice
OPOTA Security Instructor Criminal Justice
2017
Advanced DUI Seminar
Marijuana OVI
2016
Dugged Driving
DUI
2016
Advanced DUI Seminar
DUI
2015
Criminal Justice
Arrest powers
2015
Advanced DUI Seminar 2015
DUI
2013
Driver Intervention Program
DUI
2012
Driving Intervention Program
DUI/OVI
2012
Advanced DUI Seminar
DUI/OVI
2012
5th Annual OVI MOCK JURY TRIAL C.L.E. SEMINAR
DUI/OVI
2011
Driver Intervention Program
DUI/OVI
2011
Defending OVI cases
DUI/OVI
2011
Advanced DUI Seminar
DUI/OVI
2010
Lecture
Criminal Law
2010
Driver Intervention Program
DUI Law
2010
Advanced DUI Seminar
DUI defense
2009
OVI Seminar
OVI case law
2009
DUI Update
DUI Law
2009
DUI update
DUI/OVI
2009
DUI update
DUI defense
2009
Driver Intervention Program
DUI Law
2009
Advanced DUI Seminar
DUI/OVI
2008
Handling DUI cases in Ohio
DUI Law
2008
DUI update
DUI/OVI
2008
Driver Intervention Program
DUI Law
2008
Advanced DUI Seminar
DUI defense
2007
Stregies in Handling OVI cases in Ohio
DUI Law
2007
DUI update
DUI/OVI
2007
Driver Intervention Program
DUI Law
2007
Advanced DUI Seminar
DUI defense
2006
Advanced DUI Seminar
DUI/OVI
Publications
2021
Thomson Reuters
superlawyers
2010
Newark Advocate
Seminars directed to only judges and prosecutors are troubling
2010
888oviohio
Defense counsel being denied attendance at prosecutor and judges only seminars
2009
Newark Advocate
Including cell phones in Fourth Amendment makes sense
2008
Proposed breath alcohol test mired in litigation
Proposed Breath alchol tests mired in litigation
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Q&A
Can you get a dui days after an accident where no one was injured except the driver?
09 Apr 2024
Q&A
Can a parole office search my house?
31 Jan 2022
Q&A
ADMINISTRATIVE LICENSE SUSPENSION/REFUSAL
29 Dec 2021