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Colin is an experienced DUI, criminal, and traffic defense attorney serving clients in Columbus Ohio and the surrounding areas. He is a member of the Columbus Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association, and the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He will fight for you every step of the way to ensure you get the positive results you deserve. With over 80 trials under his belt, he knows what it takes.
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Acquired: 2009
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Acquired: 2010
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1335 Dublin Rd #214a, Columbus, OH, 43215
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Posted by Christina | August 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I am writing this review to help people looking for a lawyer TO STOP! I was in trouble with a serious traffic offense, stood to lose everything I had. Colin was available to me 24/7. Even texted to just check in. Although there was a wait time with court appearances, he went in to stand up for me. I ...
Posted by Carlos | October 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Colin was AMAZING!!! to say the least. I had a Traffic Violation from almost 4 years prior which also held a bench warrant and Colin took care of the Court cost and Warrant was lifted and erased out the system in no time, literally within less than a hour of me retaining him. I would definitely recom...
Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I had to take Colin's help for a speeding ticket. He was the one to pick my call when i started calling random lawyers from Google. When everyone else had voicemails, Colin was at work pretty early during the day. From very first call, till the final moment when he took care to dismiss my case - Coli...
Posted by Nic | March 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I just want to say what a fantastic experience I had as a client of Colin Maher. To anyone looking for a knowledgeable, professional traffic lawyer, I cannot recommend him highly enough. I used Colin's services in February 2017 as a first time client. From the first call to the case dismissal, Col...
Posted by Vikram | February 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I have now retained Colin on two occasions. On both occasions Colin represented me successfully to my complete satisfaction. He is very competent and his fees is very reasonable. Highly recommended.
"I went to law school with Colin, and it was very clear that he's intelligent, focused, and personable. It's no surprise that Colin has quickly developed a solid reputation in the Columbus area as an excellent attorney!"
"Colin Maher is a hard-working attorney who cares about his clients. His dedication to the law and his clients makes him a rising star in the areas of criminal defense and DUI defense."
"I endorse Attorney Maher. He has the legal experience and expertise to defend his clients in all aspects of criminal law. He is well respected in the legal community and fights tirelessly for his clients."
"Colin Maher is an excellent criminal defense attorney with a great reputation in the legal community. He is very knowledgeable and knows the court system. He works hard for his clients and is dedicated to his practice."
"Colin has invested a considerable amount of time and effort into growing his criminal defense practice and is quickly gaining a solid reputation in the legal community. Based upon my observations, I believe Colin provides the type of zealous, effective representation commensurate with the best attorneys around. I'd recommend him."
"Colin is an extremely knowledgable DUI attorney in Central Ohio. If you are seeking a tough and experienced attorney, Colin will work tirelessly fighting for your rights."
"Colin is an aggressive defense attorney that fights zealously inside and outside of the courtroom for his clients. He is dedicated to delivering successful results for his clients."
"Collin is knowledgeable and conscientious. He protects his clients' rights and is an extremely experienced and gifted litigator."
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2016
10 Best 2016, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2016
Best DUI Lawyers in Columbus, Expertise
2012
NHTSA Certified Field Sobriety Test Practitioner, NHTSA
2013 - Present
Attorney, The Maher Law Firm
2010 - 2012
Deputy Public Defender, City of Aurora Public Defender's Office
2009 - 2010
Municipal Staff Attorney, Franklin County Public Defenders Office
2007 - 2009
Law Clerk, Franklin County Public Defenders Office
2006 - 2007
Legal Intern, Public Defender's Office, Lucas County
2006 - 2006
Legal Intern, The Us District Court, Northern District Of Ohio
2013 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2012 - Present
Columbus Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
Case dismissed.
DUI Dismissed
Case dismissed.
Case dismissed.
Case dismissed.
DUI reduced to reckless operation with no license suspension.
Dismissal
Dismissed
Dismissed
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BS - Bachelor of Science
2012
Voir Dire and The Constitution
2011
Bad Faith Continuances
2007
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2007
English
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19 Sep 2013
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14 Sep 2013
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07 Sep 2013