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Steven Tyler Fox
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A highly respected and experienced legal advocate, Steve Fox is the owner and founder of the Steven T. Fox Law Firm, LLC. Steve has nearly 25 years of experience as a criminal defense attorney in Columbus, defending clients charged with traffic and criminal offenses in numerous Ohio courts. Mr. Fox enjoys representing clients in various criminal and traffic matters, but focuses primarily on representing individuals charged with OVI & Steve has defended several thousand individuals charged with OVI & DUI and other crimes in a number of Ohio counties, he spends the majority of his time defending clients in Franklin, Madison, Union and Clark counties.Mr. Fox is one of only a handful of lawyers in Ohio to complete the same training course required by police officers to conduct standardized field sobriety testing. Consequently, Steve has been certified in the administration of Field Sobriety Tests, having successfully completed training for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing his time as a DUI & OVI attorney in Columbus, Steve has been recognized by Super Lawyers magazine as a "Rising Star" in the area of DUI & OVI defense. While up to five percent of the lawyers in the state are named to Super Lawyers, no more than 2.5 percent are named to the Rising Stars list which identifies Ohio's top lawyers under the age of 40. In conjunction with this distinction, Mr. Fox was recognized as a Top Young Attorney in Ohio, as published in Cleveland/Cincinnati Magazine, having been selected by peer recognition and professional , Steve has been recognized by the National Advocacy for DUI Defense (NAFDD) as one of the Top 100 OVI attorneys in from the courtroom, Mr. Fox has been a presenter on the topic of DUI & OVI at legal seminars in Ohio as well as a guest speaker at a Columbus-area Driver Intervention Program. Furthermore, he has participated in training police officers at the Columbus Police Academy's Driving Impaired Criminal Enforcement (D.I.C.E.) training by conducting mock trial cross examinations of arresting to founding his own law practice, Steve represented thousands of individuals charged with DUI & OVI and other criminal offenses as a member of the Koffel Law Firm, where he built a strong reputation for himself and the firm as an experienced litigator who can be trusted to handle the most intricate of OVI and criminal matters. Before that, Steve was a Senior Staff Attorney with the Franklin County (Columbus) Public Defenders Office where he handled a high-volume docket and gained invaluable courtroom . Fox is a graduate of Wittenberg University and the University of Toledo College of Law, where he was a member of Moot Court, and competed at the National Appellate Advocacy Competition in Richmond, Virginia. During law school, Steve clerked for the law firm of Gallon & Takacs and defended indigent defendants as a certified legal intern at the Lucas County Public Defender's is a member of the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Ohio State Bar Association, the Columbus Bar Association and NAFDD.Steve is married with three children. In his free time he enjoys coaching youth sports, boating, fishing and just hanging out with his wife and kids.
Attorney Steve Fox provides competent, experienced OVI and criminal defense.
Steve has 18 years of experience as a criminal defense lawyer.
Steve knows how to successfully defend your OVI/DUI case.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
60%
26 years | 1,000 cases
Criminal Defense
40%
26 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020 2019 2018
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Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 26 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
The Steven T. Fox Law Firm, LLC
(614) 567-5032
Mobile
1335 Dublin Road, Suite 205-A, Columbus, OH, 43215
foxcriminaldefense.com/Online Presence
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Posted by Jacob W. | August 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Down to earth person
Steve will work tirelessly for you and make sure you have the best possible outcome on your case. The communication is extremely good and I will always recommend Steve Fox to anyone needing a dependable trustworthy Attorney. I have hired him for multiple different cases over the years and he’s never...
Posted by Todd | August 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
First Time Offender
This was my first time hiring a lawyer and Mr. Fox was very professional and always took the time to call, email, or text whenever I was in need of additional information or had doubts about my case. This is the single most stressful situation I have ever been through in my life, but Mr. Fox is pat...
Posted by Jeff | June 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very Professional
Mr. Fox did a great job at communicating all aspects of my case. He is very confident in the areas of law in which he practices. My outcome was better than expected, and I feel very lucky I had Steve as my attorney.
Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Very professional, thorough, personable lawyer!
This was my first OVI offense so I was nervous about going through the legal process. Steve helped me navigate through the legal system and answered all questions that I had throughout the process and always made time for me. He presented me with and explained all my options, gave me his recommenda...
Posted by Donald | March 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile
First Time Offender
My son got in a bit of trouble for the first time and I was not sure how to go about handeling it. I looked up avvo and saw Mr. Fox’s high rating. After our first meeting I understood why. Throughout the process I could not ask for a more communicative attorney. I could not be happier with the re...
Steven Tyler Fox's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is extremely knowledgeable and experienced. He is respected by both his peers, prosecutors, and judges."
"Mr. Fox is an extremely knowledgable attorney. He knows exactly what to say and when to say it. He will fight for you every step of the way."
"I have known Steve Fox since I was licensed to practice law. Steve fights hard for his clients. As a prosecuting attorney, Steve and I have frequently opposed each other in court. He is pleasant to work with and professional. He knows the law. He is highly respected by the criminal defense bar, the bench, as well as the prosecuting attorney community. Simply put, Steve's intelligence and easygoing personality make him an excellent attorney."
"I cannot count how many DUI/DWI cases I prosecuted with Steve as defense counsel. Without fail, Steve was a strong, knowledgeable, effective advocate for his clients. It was always a pleasure to have a defendant with Steve as their attorney because I always knew I'd be dealing with a professional, seasoned attorney who would do the right thing for his client. I have had many hearings and trials with Steve. This man knows the law and knows how to advocate for his clients. He's a top notch attorney who I continue to recommend to my friends in Ohio when they find themselves in trouble."
"I have been a Prosecutor for 18 years. Over these years, I have handled numerous cases with Mr. Fox on the other side. In every instance, he was exceptionally prepared and professional. He works incredibly hard for his clients to achieve the best outcome possible. He is a skilled and experienced criminal defense attorney."
"Steve and I worked together for 5+ years. He is a highly talented criminal defense and OVI/DUI lawyer in this state. I had the fortunate opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business. Steve is one of the best trial attorneys in the state. He is relentless inside the courtroom to obtain the best possible outcome for his clients. Steve is also well respected by other defense attorneys, Judges and prosecutors. I highly endorse him."
"I have been a municipal prosecutor in Central Ohio for over 22 years, during which time I have been on the opposite side of hundreds of cases with Steve. He is always professional and prepared, and his experience and knowledge base is among the best in the area. I wouldn't hesitate to refer any friend, family member, or acquaintance to Steve."
"There is a small number of attorneys in the central Ohio area who have developed expertise in the area of OVI defense, and Steve Fox is one of those attorneys. We have discussed OVI issues several times, and I am impressed with his knowledge. I am not surprised he is repeatedly asked to teach lawyers and police officers about OVI defense. Steve Fox has earned a reputation as an effective defense attorney, and it's a reputation well-deserved."
"Steve Fox is one of the best OVI / DUI attorneys in the central Ohio area. I have known Steve professionally for 11 years and can personally attest to his ability when it comes to representing his clients at an extremely high level. Steve is adeptly able to both negotiate great pleas for his clients, as well as litigate suppression hearings and/or jury trials when the case calls for it."
"As a prosecutor, I dealt with Steve on a regular basis. I always found Steve to be very knowledgeable about the issues in his cases. In many instances, I observed Steve go to extra lengths to fight for his clients. Should any of my closest friends or family members find themselves in a bind, I would be very comfortable if Steve represented them."
"Steve is one of the best criminal and ovi defense attorneys in Ohio. He has an exhaustive knowledge of the law, exceptional trial skills, and he has won many difficult trials. He is trusted and respected by judges and prosecutors alike. If a friend of mine was arrested and I was unable to represent them, my first call would be to Steve. I trust him, and you can too."
Colin Maher
Criminal defense lawyer
William Nesbitt
DUI and DWI lawyer
Daniel Sabol
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Top 100 Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Criminal Defense Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2017
Nationally Ranked Criminal Law, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2017
Top 100 OVI Attorneys State of Ohio, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2016
Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer in the State of Ohio, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top Lawyers, Columbus C.E.O. Magazine
2015
Nationally Ranked Top Ten Attorney, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Superior OVI Attorney, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Top Young Attorneys in Ohio, Cleveland, Cincinnati Magazine & Columbus Monthly
2013
Superior OVI Attorney, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2012
Top Young Attorneys in Ohio, Cleveland/Cincinnati Magazine
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2006
DWI & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Certification, National Highway Traffic Safety Admin & IACP
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner/Founder, The Steven T. Fox Law Firm, LLC
2004 - 2014
Attorney, The Koffel Law Firm
2000 - 2004
Attorney, Franklin County Public Defender
Associations
2017 - Present
Lawyers of DistinctionMember
2016 - Present
American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember
2015 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - Present
American Association of Premier DUI AttorneysFounding Member
2014 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
National College for DUI DefenseMember
2014 - Present
National Academy of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
2014 - Present
The National Trial LawyersMember
2013 - Present
National Academy for DUI DefenseMember
Ohio State Bar Association
Member
Columbus Bar Association
Member
Education
1999
University of Toledo College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Wittenberg University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Third Annual Summer Specialty CLE
4th Amendment Search and Seizure- 2 Recent SCOTUS Cases
2015
Mayor's Court Training- OVI
Ignition Interlock- The Defense Perspective
2015
D.I.C.E. (Driving Impaired Criminal Enforcement)
OVI Police Training
2013
D.I.C.E. (Driving Impaired Criminal Enforcement)
OVI Police Training
2012
OVI Detetecion and Apprehension
OVI Law Enforcement Training
2011
Franklin County DUI Task Force
OVI Discussion
2010
Driver Intervention Program
OVI Speaker
2009
OVI Seminar
Representing Multiple OVI Offenders
2008
OVI Seminar
Representing Multiple OVI Offenders
Languages
English