Samuel Harry Shamansky

Charges 2x to 3x what other lawyers charge for OVI case. Flat fee of $4,500 for OVI defense. He had no motivation for due process when he already had been paid. He showed up at first pre-trial with no documentation that I sent to him in my defense and what documentation he requested. He immediate...ly filed for a continuance without consulting me which gave up my right to Due Process and asked for me to send the documentation again. I do not believe he even discussed anything with the prosecutor. Did not return phone calls and never explained how he approaches the defense. Never spent any time with him discussing the case in person outside of pre-trials .. even then he never discussed the rather overt wrongful OVI citation or the evidence that proved my innocence, including a BAC of under .03 and misconduct by law enforcement officer. He kept me in the dark for 4 months. Completely missed a wrongful ALS suspension until pointed out by the judge at the final pretrial so my license was suspended for 4 months due to the lies of a police officer. Has a cavalier and cocky personality and was very disrespectful.

Sam is a high profile attorney. Respected by the legal system in Central Ohio. If you are in need of assistance he is the best. Lawyers are sorta like poker players. Some are good but very few are great. No question which one he is. Your freedom and rights are in someway being effected right now if y...ou are reading lawyers reviews. Don't second guess if you want the best. If like myself sometimes it is wise to be accompanied by your personal advocate such as a trusted family member or friend to get your full account to him because while in distress people cannot always remember every detail as that is the most important thing. If your wrong your wrong you know. But if your right you will be @lright in his presences. I am a Central Ohio Contractor with my own unique type of "Public Relation" skills. A faithful attorney. He is the real deal and focuses on your best interests as he took and honored his duty by the oath as all attorneys most do, but not all care like him. Just my honest oppion from my experience knowing Sam Shamansky.

Mr. Shamansky was hired in March 2012 to handle my DUI case. During, he was challenged with many obstacles, yet he perservered and was able to negotiate a plea to a lesser offense. My case wasn't your typical DUI case as it also included a criminal charge of fleeing. That charge was dismissed base...d purely on Mr. Shamansky's skill and dedication to his client. That skill and dedication included getting another driving violation charge stemming from the 2012 case in 2013 being dismissed. And, finally this year, he yet again managed to successfully advocate for me with an expungement of the 2012 criminal charge. Mr. Shamansky is a true advocate for his clients. He will not allow anything to get in the way of doing his best by you.

I hired Sam to represent me in my case, and this guy is phenominal. He listens to everything you have to say, and is very detailed in your case. He is highly respected by each and every judge and prosecutor in Columbus. When he walks in the court room, he is greeted by everyone there. His reputation ...is 2nd to none, and I feel he is by far the best attorney in columbus Ohio. He handled my 2nd dui case and it was reduced to wreckless op. Sam is truly an amazing lawyer, and a wonderful person. Thank you again Sam, and I will continue to send anyone and everyone I know to you if they need a lawyer.

Sam handled a case for my son (2nd case) this week. He is probably the most knowledgeable attorney I have ever met. He knows the rules, and knows how to use the rules to your advantage. Both times we have used Sam, he has "saved" us from what could have been a very severe outcome. He is honest, f...orthright, and someone you can count on to get a good result. I would highly recommend him.......best in town and highly respected in the court system.