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Adam Lee Nemann
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Biography
Since entering law, Nemann has defended clients present before several hundred judges and magistrates across Ohio. He has vast trial experience in municipal, common pleas and federal courts. He has argued many cases before Courts of Appeals throughout Ohio.
Adam Lee Nemann grew up in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and moved to Ohio to pursue his education. After graduating from the University of Cincinnati, with an enthusiasm for law and public speaking, he attended Capital University Law School. It was during law school that Nemann thrust himself into the world of trial advocacy. By day, he worked in a prominent criminal defense firm preparing to defend the accused, by night, he attended law school and volunteered for mock trial and trial advocacy clinics. Nemann obtained a limited license to practice law while an intern, representing his own clients during law school.
Nemann first began his legal career defending clients in juvenile, municipal, and common pleas (felony) courts primarily, while working as a part-time assistant prosecutor for the City of Hilliard. Accelerating quickly during his first few years of practice, Nemann has defended clients present before several hundred judges and magistrates across Ohio. He has vast trial experience in municipal, common pleas and federal courts. He has argued many cases before Courts of Appeals, and is frequently requested by judges to handle felony cases on a court-appointed basis for trial and appeals.
Nemann was trial counsel in defense of Derris Lewis, the teenager wrongly accused of killing his twin brother. The trial drew national media attention, and was covered live by Court TV/Tru TV. After the case was ultimately dismissed, Nemann was part of the legal team that secured a $950, settlement against the City of Columbus, for violating Lewis’ constitutional rights. In 2013, as a display of continued support regarding Lewis' innocence, Adam Nemann donated $5000 of his own funds to Central Ohio Crime Stoppers fund as a reward leading to the arrest of the true perpetrator(s). Most recently, Adam Nemann defended a teenager charged in the internationally renowned Steubenville rape case, which aroused the interest of the computer hacking group Anonymous, as well as brought national attention to the effects social media has on the criminal and juvenile justice systems. On behalf of his clients, Mr. Nemann has made numerous national television and radio appearances, including appearances on CNN, ABC's 20/20, CNN HLN, Court TV, Tru TV, CBS, NBC AND ABC evening news programs, and NPR radio appearances on several occasions.
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Licensed in Ohio for 22 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2003
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Nemann Law Offices, LLC
35 E. Livingston Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43215
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Adam Lee Nemann's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Great criminal defense lawyer
Adam helped me navigate a false allegation made against me. He met with me very quickly and took a lot of notes and explained the process moving forward. He navigated the justice system and within a week or so he let me know that charges would not be filed!
Posted by Johnny | September 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Great lawyer
Adam is a great lawyer who has went above an beyond to do what he says he will do for you. I personally had him represent me and get me outta prison 3 yes early I got 10 yrs he had me home in 7 yrs. He don't make promises and don't blow smoke to u .if it can be done he will get it done . If u get him...
Posted by LaTasha Walters | July 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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Adam Fights For For You!
My husband is a repeat offender who had served two prison terms previously. He caught another case before we were about to move out of state and I couldn’t of been more devastated. We had hired all the top lawyers in Columbus before and they either sent their apprentice to our court dates because t...
Posted by Jonathan | May 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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Adam Nemann is great at what he does.
I am facing very serious felony charges and from day one Adam and his team has been aggressive and committed to my defense. Adam gives the best defense money will buy and is worth every penny. If you want bang for your buck go with Mr. Nemann he will not let you down.
Posted by Thomas | November 8, 2012
Mr. Adam Lee Nemann is an excellent attorney
There is absolutely no question that Adam is a very aggressive criminal defense lawyer. He is also meticulous in ensuring that all the I's are dotted and the T's are crossed. He is well respected within the Franklin County legal community. All this makes for a very formidable defense attorney. H...
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"Adam is indisputably one of the finest criminal defense lawyers in Ohio. His success in nationally known matters is well documented; however, I can attest to the fact that he utilizes his great skill and passion in each and every one of his cases. He has a well-earned reputation as a talented litigator, and he has the respect of prosecutors and defense attorneys alike. Adam is a man you can trust, and I highly recommend his services."
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"I have worked with Adam Nemann on various criminal matters, including trial of a case where a woman was accused of murder. I can honestly say, in my humble opinion, that Adam is one of the best criminal trial lawyers anywhere. He cares deeply about his clients and keeping the justice system fair. I would recommend Adam for anyone facing prosecution."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2011
Louisville Slugger Award, Central Ohio Association for Justice
2010
Young Alumni of the Year, Capital University Law School
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Capital University Law School
2003 - Present
Owner, Nemann Law Offices, LLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Federal Bar Association, Federal Litigation SectionMember
2011 - Present
Ohio Association for JusticeMember
2001 - Present
Columbus Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2001 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Education
2003
Capital University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
University of Cincinnati
BA - Bachelor of Arts