Bryan Andrew Hawkins

Bryan Andrew Hawkins

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Columbus, OH
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

7716 Rivers Edge Drive, Suite B, Columbus, OH

About Bryan

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 14 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2011

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Location

Dominy Law Firm

7716 Rivers Edge Drive, Suite B, Columbus, OH, 43235

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Bryan Andrew Hawkins's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

56 Client Reviews

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Showing 11 - 15 of 18 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

OMVI / Physical Control

Bryan was extremely diligent in keeping me up-to-date on everything happening with my court case. He knew what to expect from both the assigned Judge and prosecutor on my case. He was able to recommend that I complete certain activities, such as the driver intervention program, prior to further heari...ngs so that I could tackle that hurdle before being sentenced to complete the program. Bryan makes you feel like you're in good hands! i would recommend him for any OMVI situation.

Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Extremely Professional, Knowledgeable, Respected

I made a big mistake. Bryan couldn't fix that, but he was able to make the charges that carried the stiffest penalty go away. I'm grateful. If you face an OVI charge, I highly recommend Bryan.

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Exceptional lawyer, HIGHLY recommend

I was faced with a 2nd OVI charge with a breathalyzer refusal. Because i refused I was looking at 20 days in jail, yellow license plates, and an interlock device. Lets just say the prosecution would have had the cards stacked against me if they had a chance to review the evidence. I was utterly shock...ed when Bryan told me I had the option to accept a plea deal to a stipulated first offense! No jail time or yellow license plates, 1 year suspension. If you’re charged with a DUI, you need to hire a lawyer who specializes almost entirely in this area of the law. Hire Bryan.

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Diligent and Personable

When I was charged with OVI in Morrow County I spent countless hours shopping around for an attorney. I made the decision to hire Bryan because he was one of the few attorneys to be generous with his time and give me his full attention during our initial consultation. Throughout the four month durat...ion of my case Bryan was very accessible, promptly addressing my questions and concerns as they arose. He was sympathetic to the stress I was under but realistic about the potential outcomes of my case. Bryan took the time to get to know me as a client and understood the importance of me having a driver's license for my job. He was able to have an administrative license suspension temporarily lifted so I was able to drive myself to and from work while my case was pending. In addition to being personable and genuine Bryan a very experienced and formidable attorney when it comes to OVI law. By closely examining the small details of the traffic stop that led to my arrest he was able to present an argument to the prosecution which ultimately resulted in a plea deal to have my OVI dropped down to a lesser charge. In my specific case, this was a very favorable outcome. I doubt whether a different attorney could have achieved such a positive outcome. I would strongly recommend Bryan Hawkins to anyone facing a similar situation.

Posted by Sean | September 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great person and lawyer!

After receiving an OVI, I contacted Dominy Law firm and began to discuss my case with Bryan, he was extremely knowledgeable and professional the entire time and made me feel at ease with everything going on. He was able to get my OVI changed to a lesser charge and another charge dismissed. From what ...I was looking at to the disposition of the case, I was extremely pleased and very grateful for his expertise. 10/10 would recommend to anybody facing any OVI case.

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Bryan Andrew Hawkins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jonathan Stanley

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Having worked with Bryan for years, I never hesitate to refer potential clients to him for all levels of criminal matters."

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Daniel Sabol

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bryan brings strong legal knowledge and compassion to every case he handles--and he has the guts to take a case to trial when it's in his client's best interests. He is respected throughout the community, and his reputation is beyond reproach. I trust him, and you can too."

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Meredith O'Brien

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Bryan Hawkins as your attorney. When I started practicing criminal law, I worked with Mr. Hawkins on several matters. Not only did he teach me how to be practical in my approach to OVI related traffic offenses, he taught me an enormous amount about the law itself. Bryan is dedicated, thorough, reasonable, and tenacious. I have watched Mr. Hawkins aggressively litigate cases through jury trial and have personally seen him go above and beyond for his clients. Hire Bryan Hawkins. You will not be sorry."

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Shawn Dominy

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"When I was hiring an attorney for my firm, I asked several judges for recommendations. One person who was highly recommended multiple times was Bryan Hawkins. I was familiar with his outstanding work in the Franklin County Municipal Court. He is intelligent, creative and hard-working. He does a great job for his clients and is a valuable asset to the Dominy Law Firm."

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Ryan Shafer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Bryan for many years. He really understands the practice of OVI law and works hard to get his clients the best results possible. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2021

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2018

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Attorney, Dominy Law Firm, LLC

2012 - 2018

Attorney, Franklin County Public Defenders Office

Associations

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Central Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

Columbus Bar Association

Member

National College of DUI Defense

Member

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board Member

Education

2011

Capital University Law School

Juris Doctor

2008

The Ohio State University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2023

Advanced OVI Seminar

Oral Fluid Testing in Drugged Driving Cases

2019

Ohio State Bar Association

Chemical Testing in Marijuana OVI Cases

2019

OACDL Sunshine Seminar

Update on Mitchell v. Wisconsin

2019

CBA OVI Seminar

Chemical Testing in Marijuana OVI Cases

2018

OSBA OVI Seminar

Speedy Trial Issues in OVI Cases

2018

CBA OVI Seminar

Representing Pilots, Bus Drivers and Taxi drivers in OVI Cases

Publications

2021

The Vindicator (OACDL) Ohio Supreme Court Weighs in on Reliability of Anonymous Tips as the basis for a Traffic Stop

2020

Columbus OVI/DUI Attorney Blog Changing Marijuana Laws Affect DUI/OVI Charges

2020

2020

Columbus OVI/DUI Attorney Blog Can You be Pulled Over for Someone Else's Crime?

2020

The Vindicator (OACDL) Smoke on the Water: Roadside Testing of THC in Oral Fluid

2019

2019

Columbus OVI/DUI Attorney Blog Ohio DUI / OVI And Diversion Programs

2019

The Vindicator (OACDL) How to Handle Evidence of a Test Refusal in OVI Cases

2018

2018

Columbus OVI/DUI Attorney Blog New Ohio Law is Focused on Distracted Driving

2018

The Vindicator (OACDL) Terminating the ALS in OVI Cases: The Inherent Power of the Judiciary

Languages

English

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