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Bryan Andrew Hawkins
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Biography
Bryan Hawkins grew up in Central Ohio and graduated from high school in Cincinnati. After earning a bachelors degree in History from The Ohio State University, he graduated cum laude from Capital University Law School.
Shortly after passing the bar, he was hired as an attorney in the municipal unit of the Franklin County Public Defender's Office. Over the next 6 1/2 years he handled thousands of cases ranging from simple traffic matters to DUI/OVI and shoplifting to assault and domestic violence.
At the Dominy Law Firm, he continues to practice exclusively in the area of criminal defense. He uses his experience, skill and expertise to help clients achieve the best possible outcome in every case.
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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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Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommend Bryan Hawkins
Attorney Hawkins helped me get my life back on track as quick and easily as I felt was possible.
Posted by Paul W. | August 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The Best Defense
Bryan Hawkins is without a doubt one of the best attorneys in his field. He is well spoken, driven, and arguably the best defense that one can have when going to court. My life is my own again due to the hard work of him and his team. Anyone that is concerned with representation owes it to themselves...
Posted by Aleks | August 01, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Recommended to Others
Bryan was very responsive and helpful during the whole process. He offered great insight and clear. I would highly recommend Bryan.
Posted by Christopher | April 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Bryan wins dismissal of case.
I'm very satisfied with the representation and the results of what I needed Bryan for. Fortunately, I had a good set of facts to support me and he was able to present them and fight on my behalf for a dismissal and we were successful. Thank you, Bryan.
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Bryan Hawkins
I recently worked with Bryan, and with it being my first time in the legal system, I was very nervous and anxious about the whole process. Bryan put me at ease, and he and the team were very communicative from start to finish. He answered all of my questions in a timely manner, and I was satisfied wi...
Bryan Andrew Hawkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"Having worked with Bryan for years, I never hesitate to refer potential clients to him for all levels of criminal matters."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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
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
Columbus OVI/DUI Attorney Blog
Courts in Central Ohio Respond to Coronavirus Pandemic
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
Columbus OVI/DUI Attorney Blog
Does Court’s Ruling Signal A Change In Thinking About Implied Consent Laws?
2019
Columbus OVI/DUI Attorney Blog
High Court Hears Oral Argument In Third Case Involving Warrantless Blood Test
2019
Columbus OVI/DUI Attorney Blog
Should Ohio Use Roadside Drug Test For Marijuana DUI / OVI?
2019
Columbus OVI/DUI Attorney Blog
U.S. Supreme Court Delivers Disappointing DUI Decision
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
Columbus OVI/DUI Attorney Blog
When Is A Bath Robe Evidence Of DUI / OVI In Ohio?
2018
Columbus OVI/DUI Attorney Blog
The Effects Of Ohio DUI/OVI On UBER, Lyft, And Taxi Drivers
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