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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, and various Columbus affiliates. Dan is a regular speaker at seminars across the Country. In fact, his expertise is often sought by other defense attorneys, prosecutors, judges, and even officers.
Dan’s experience and training are unmatched by any attorney in Ohio. In 2017, he became the first private attorney to be accepted into the National Forensics College, which covered a wide array of advanced tactics including DNA, digital forensics, ballistics, and false confessions. Dan has spent weeks in laboratories learning how to test solid drugs and bodily substances, which has enabled him to know and understand when the state’s experts make mistakes. Dan is also qualified as an instructor in standardized field sobriety testing, and typically has as much—or more—training and understanding than the officers he’s questioning.
Dan’s true passion lies in trial practice. He is one of only 14 attorneys in Ohio to be board certified in criminal trial law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Dan has earned a reputation as a savvy and aggressive trial attorney, and he brings passion and enthusiasm to every case he tries.
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
DUI and DWI
50%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 19 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Sabol | Mallory, LLC
(614) 300-5088
Fax
743 S. Front St., Columbus, OH, 43206
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Posted by Shawn | January 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Absolutely resilient
No nonsense. Relentless. Thoroughly diligent. Very high intelligence. Well rounded. Miracle worker. 1 of the best.
Posted by Terri | September 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Dan. Rockstar!!!
Dan got my domestic violence case dropped, dismissed as well as myson's cases. We all three were in front of different judges. I had Janet Grubb and she somehow got them thrown out.
Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Multiple Charges Dropped Completely or Lowered.
Dan Sabol took my case and I had multiple drug charges plus other lesser charges. I walked into court ready for jail time and walked out with everything pretty much dropped. I was amazed at how much he seemed to care about the case. He is hands down worth the money. If anything ever comes up again, I...
Posted by Brad | August 10, 2015 | DUI & DWI
Great Job
Came to Mr. Sabol for assistance with my DUI after blowing decently high and ended up with a stop sign ticket after everything was said and done. Luck was on my side but Mr Sabol did an excellent job defending me in court against a 'well-trained' officer. He was very straight forward and confident w...
Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer.
Dan is who you want to be your laywer. Simple as that. He's very kind, respectful, knowledgable, and quick to respond and be there for you. Dan was able to get my whole case dismissed and cleared off of my record. I am so thankful for him. He's great! Choose him to be your lawyer as well, you will NO...
Daniel James Sabol's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I routinely recommend Mr. Sabol to clients who have been charged with a DUI. He is responsive, experienced, and highly skilled."
"I have worked with Dan Sabol for over two years. There is no one I would send family, friends, or loved ones to before him."
"Mr. is highly respected in the community and an attorney I can recommend for your legal needs."
"I have known Dan since he traveled all the way to SC to take a course aimed at helping him defend DUIs. Not many lawyers will dedicate that kind of time and money to improving their craft. Since then I've followed his work in improving Ohio DUI law for defendants. He is an excellent lawyer and a bright legal mind."
"The Best. Only these two words are needed because Mr. Sabol is widely recognized as the top DUI attorney in Central Ohio. I have witnessed him numerous times in court and would choose him to represent me, my family, and anyone else I knew if they needed help."
"Dan is widely regarded as one of the best and brightest defense attorneys in Columbus, and for good reason. He's aggressive, ethical and results-oriented. He's on my short list of attorneys to whom I refer other cases."
"Sabol has been a fantastic mentor to me over the last several years. His knowledge of the law, ability in trial, and his will to win are second to none. When asked who the best is, my answer every time is unequivocally Sabol."
"I endorse Daniel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Mr. Sabol is a highly skilled attorney that works vigorously for his clients."
"I know Dan Sabol personally as both a colleague and a friend. His passion for DUI / OVI defense and criminal defense is near unparalleled. His passion lends way to his work ethic and in turn his knowledge of the law. I have respected Dan's opinion on OVI / DUI matters for years and he has always been available to assist in complicated matters of the law. He is one of the most ethical and trustworthy lawyers I know. I highly recommend Dan Sabol."
"Dan is truly at the top of the OVI law field. His dedication to his clients is matched only by his tremendous knowledge of OVI defense and talent in a courtroom. I would not hesitate to recommend Dan's services to a close friend or relative. He has my highest endorsement."
"Dan Sabol is one of the premier criminal and OVI defense attorneys in all of Ohio. He is one of the most creative and innovative defense attorneys that I have met, and has been prominently involved in some of the most groundbreaking cases and legal arguments regarding OVI and criminal defense issues. He is a zealous advocate for his clients, and will not back down from a prosecutor until the client's goals are reached. Dan is highly-skilled in the courtroom, and has fought the hard battles in court. Highly recommended."
"Dan is an incredibly intelligent lawyer who stays at the forefront of OVI law. He is an aggressive attorney who will provide his clients with the best possible representation. I had the pleasure of getting to know him and learning from him at an Advanced OVI Seminar and I was very impressed."
"I have co-counseled several trials with Dan and can personally attest to his legal skills. He is a very talented trial attorney that agressively defends his clients. Dan is always on the cutting edge of new legal arguments."
"Dan is one of the most learned and aggressive defense lawyers I know. His commitment to his clients, and their cases is unmatched. If you are looking for an attorney who knows the law and courtroom, is well respected by his peers, and fights hard for his clients' rights, Mr. Sabol shines in all respects. I highly recommend Daniel Sabol."
"I had the good fortune to meet Dan a few years back at an advanced 3 day OVI training that we were both attending. In the passing years we have went from attending multiple trainings together to teaching OVI defense to lawyers around the state. Dan is an excellent trial attorney who stays up to date with all of the most current issues of law in OVI defense. He is a true litigator, always ready for hearing or trial, and you can trust him to take care of your legal defense needs. Dan Sabol is a great lawyer and a great person, he will outwork his opposition, and doubtless already outmatches their skill in the Courtroom. You can trust him, I do."
"Dan is one of the hardest working, most aggressive defense attorneys in Central Ohio. He knows the law and isn't afraid to do whatever it takes to protect his clients. These attributes, combined with the fact that he is genuinely good person, make him an excellent attorney and invaluable resource to the defense bar."
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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
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2014
Top 10 DUI Attorneys in Ohio, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2013
Clients Choice, avvo
2013
Nationally Ranked Superior DUI Attorney, The National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100
2013
Avvo Rated Attorney, Avvo
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Avvo Rated Attorney, Avvo
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Partner, Sabol Mallory LLC
2009 - Present
Senior Associate, Luftman, Heck & Associates, LLP
2007 - 2009
Staff Attorney, Franklin County Public Defender
Associations
2015 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2009 - Present
Columbus Bar Association
2009 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association
2008 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Alihassan, 2012-Ohio-825
Case remanded.
State v. O’Dell, 164 Ohio Misc.2d 36, 2011-Ohio-3946
Breath test suppressed.
State v. Jones, 188 Ohio App.3d 628, 2010-Ohio-2854
Suppression upheld, case subsequenty dismissed.
Education
2006
Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Ohio State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts with Honors
Speaking Engagements
2014
Trial Skills Acadamy
Trial Skills Instructor
2014
OVI Update
Reasonable Suspicion
2014
OVI Defense Update
Navarette v. California
2014
Advanced DUI Seminar
OVI Roadblocks
2013
Trial Skills Academy
Trial Skills Instructor
2013
The Premier Ohio DUI Seminar
The Collateral Consequences of an OVI / DUI
2013
OVI Update
ODH Regulations
2012
OVI Update
Sobriety Checkpoint Cases
2012
OVI Update
Collateral Consequences of OVI Convictions
2012
General Practice
Criminal Law
2011
OVI Update
Attacking the Books in OVI Cases
2011
Ohio Advanced OVI Seminar
Pleadings You Must File in OVI Cases
2011
General Practice
Criminal Law
2009
Ohio Advanced OVI Seminar
OVI Law in the Trenches
2009
Defending Clients Charged with DUI
Motions to Suppress
Publications
2011
Aspatore Book publication
Proven Strategies to Effectively Assert Your Client’s Fourth Amendment Rights (Co-Author)
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers