Andrew Richard Bucher

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Andrew Richard Bucher

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Toledo, OH
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense

413 N. Michigan, Toledo, OH

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About Andrew

Biography

Just OVI /traffic defense, highly Specialized OVI training, Lima & Toledo offices. A real OVI lawyer

Just OVI -Specialized Training in Field Sobriety Testing, Alcohol/Drug Testing Lima & Toledo Offices

Traffic defense across Northwest Ohio, thousands of successful cases.

Successful Criminal Defense associated with OVI and Traffic Charges across NW Ohio

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 90%

Aggressively defends OVI across Northwest Ohio. This is my primary practice area and I continually seek training and further education in the are. I am a member of the National College of DUI Defense and the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and spend time on OVI every day either throughout direct work for my clients or research and interaction with the other top OVI lawyers in Ohio and across the Country.

18 years

90%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 9%

Contest minor traffic citations in an effort to seek dismissal, reductions to no point violations, and reductions to no point / non-moving violations. Also resolves accident cases to stop "per se" liability to be triggered in civil matters. Extensive experience with CDL holders.

18 years

9%
Criminal Defense 1%

Criminal Defense was previously the primary area of practice, however with an increased focus on OVI, the amount of criminal defense matters has decreased. Only the volume of criminal defense matters has decreased, the quality of the representation has not. I still regularly do Appellate work in Criminal law and consult for other attorneys doing appeals.

18 years

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2022 2021
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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 18 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Attorney Andrew R. Bucher of BLD&M - Toledo Office

413 N. Michigan, Toledo, OH, 43604

OviDuiOhio.com

Balyeat, Leahy, Daley & Miller LLC

1728 Allentown Road, Lima, OH, 45805

OviDuiOhio.com

Online Presence

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Andrew Richard Bucher's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

207 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | November 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Possible Outcome - Hire Andy

I can’t recommend Andy enough. I was facing a first-time OVI with an open container. From the very beginning, he was calm, direct, and incredibly strategic. He gave me realistic expectations, answered all my questions, and didn’t sugarcoat anything but he fought hard for the best possible outcome. ... He ultimately negotiated my case down to a 4th-degree misdemeanor reckless operation, with no jail time, no license suspension, no DIP, and only non-reporting supervision. I paid fines, stayed sober, and that was it. He also got my open container charge dropped. He let me focus on my life, my job, and my behavior while he handled everything on the legal side. When I was worried about court dates conflicting with work travel, he made sure things got moved or handled without me having to stress. He told me, “you show up, I’ll do the talking,” and he meant it. Andy got me a free pass that I will never take for granted. If you’re scared or overwhelmed by a charge, but willing to do the work, this is the attorney you want in your corner.

Posted by anonymous | August 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Got the resolution desired

Andrew was highly recommended and did not disappoint, reached a fair agreement with the courts where I was able to keep my CDL. Highly recommended.

Posted by Dan | May 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Quick Response

I contacted Attorney Bucher on a Sunday morning as my arraignment was scheduled for Monday morning at 9:00 a.m. after I was charged with an OVI on Saturday night. Mr. Bucher called me back the same morning and took care of everything for me. I didn’t even have to appear in person for my arraignment.... He was able to get me very generous driving privileges and ultimately got my OVI charge reduced to a physical control charge. I immediately got my CDL license reinstated and for a minimal charge the BMV mailed me a replacement license. Mr. Bucher is very knowledgeable and reassured me during the lengthy court process. If you are in need of an OVI attorney I strongly recommend Andrew Bucher!

Posted by Travis | April 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

#1

Very professional and very, very good. Well worth it! I would definitely recommend Andrew Bucher to anyone!

Posted by Sam | February 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent

Andrew is an excellent lawyer. He knows his stuff when it comes to the legal system. Along with his further education outside of the law. He does everything he can and knows how to do to get the best outcome. I hope I never have to, but I would definitely hire Andrew again. I also recommend him for a...nyone in need

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Andrew Richard Bucher's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Sabol

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andy’s unique experience in pharmacology and his unrelenting will in defending his clients make him an ideal choice for any individual charged with an OVI. Andy has obtained more training and knowledge over the past few years than most law enforcement officials will have in a lifetime, and he is not afraid to put this knowledge to use in the courtroom. Having presented at a few seminars with Andy, I am always impressed with his ingenuity and ability to communicate complicated scientific principles in simple terms. I cannot recommend him highly enough."

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Josh Lee

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Bucher is the future of Ohio's DUI Defense Lawyers. He attends the best of the best DUI/DWI seminars all over the US. He is friends with the nations best experts who he has at his disposal to use in your case. Ohio is lucky to have him representing its citizens as his knowledge and skill are top notch. Anytime I need help in his area I do not hesitate to call him for his input and do no hesitate to send my clients to him for help. I know that you will be in good hands with Attorney Bucher."

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Meredith O'Brien

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andy Bucher is fearless, aggressive, and exceptionally knowledgeable in OVI/DUI law and defense. If you need someone to stand up for you, this is your guy."

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Matthew Exton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Bucher is an exceptional attorney and is one of the best OVI attorneys in the United States. I endorse this lawyer."

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Ammar Alo

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the opportunity to speak to Andrew on a number of occasion. He is well knows for his expertise in DUI/OVI defense, and his zealous advocacy for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Amir Soleimanian

Unknown lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Bryan DePowell

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is a true professional in every sense of the word. He knows his craft inside and out and fights zealously for his clients."

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shannon McAlister

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Andrew Bucher is incredibly knowledgeable and competent in the field of DUI/DWI defense - and for that matter, all representation that he takes on. Andrew teaches on behalf of the Ohio Bar Association, seminars on the topic of DUI/DWI defense. A sign of true competence and trust is when other lawyers and professionals rely upon your knowledge, skill and expertise in their own practice. This is the case for Andrew, as he has advised lawyers and other professionals alike in the field of DUI/DWI defense. I have come to rely upon the knowledge and expertise that I have learned from Andrew and you should too. Andrew genuinely cares about his clients and will zealously advocate for the most favorable result. I refer clients to Andrew, and would recommend that anyone seeking an DUI/DWI attorney contact Andrew for his help today."

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Dennis Sawan

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Andrew Bucher, he is a knowledgeable attorney and strong advocate for is clients."

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John Felter

Unknown lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Andrew. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Robert Wiesenmayer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Bucher is an outstanding attorney who provides exemplary advice on Avvo. I would recommend everyone and anyone to him for representation. Even though I have been practicing fo 24 years, as a judge, magistrate, prosecutors, and in private practice, I learn valuable new information from him every day. A superb attorney."

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Kenneth Bailey

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Other

"Andy is an excellent resource. He's spoken at many seminars teaching attorneys and judges about DUI law. He's eager to learn and eager to help others. His client's are lucky to have him!"

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Samuel Patry

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Andrew and I worked across the table when I was a municipal prosecutor. His tireless efforts for his clients and attention to detail are vital to his success in the field."

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Benjamin Luftman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andrew Bucher is an attorney who is dedicated to learning as much about his craft as possible. He has completed more training than most other DUI attorneys I know. He is also not afraid to put that training to use in motion hearings and/or trials on his clients' behalf and consistently gets excellent results. I highly endorse Andrew Bucher to anyone in need of representation."

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Michael Probst

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Andrew for several years. He is actively involved in the DUI community and regularly attends seminars to better his knowledge in this area of the law. He is very intelligent and articulate. Further, he is insightful and thorough in his approach and defense of OVI cases. He works hard in defending his clients. I recommend Andrew in OVI and criminal defense cases."

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Kyle Bristow

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andrew Bucher is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to alcohol-related traffic infractions. He appeared regularly in the courthouse at which I worked as a public defender, and he was always able to serve his clients well. Whenever I saw him in court, he was representing a client charged with OVI, and the charges were always drastically reduced pursuant to very, very favorable plea bargains."

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Bonnie Rankin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Andrew Bucher served as co-counsel on one of my OVI cases. His expertise in this area is unequaled, and his involvement resulted in a significantly lesser charge for our client. In addition to being a recognized expert in the OVI field, he is trustworthy, professional, and promptly responds to all inquiries. I will absolutely continue to refer other OVI clients, and lawyers with OVI clients, to him in the future."

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Dennis Sawan

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Robert Wiesenmayer

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Samuel Patry

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Benjamin Luftman

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Daniel Sabol

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Joseph Hada

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jessica D'Varga

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Josh Lee

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Justin McShane

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Bryan DePowell

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Eastland

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Forensic Principals of DUID III, American Chemical Society

2015

Trial Skills Instructor, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2014

Trial Skills Instructor, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Forensic Drug Analysis IV, American Chemical Society

2013

Avanced Roadside Impairred Driving Enforcement Certified, La Pier & Associates

2013

Trial Skills Instructor, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2012

Cross Exaination With Terrence Macarthy, Terence MacCarthy, The McShane Firm, Ward & Lee

2012

Forensic Chromatography VI, American Chemical Society

2012

Published Thanks in OSBA Report CLE Lecturing, Ohio State Bar Association

2012

Trial Skills Workshop Graduate, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2011

Drug Recognition Expert Overview Training, Anthony Palacios - State of Georgia DRE Instructor 2002-2008

2011

Standardied Field Sobriety Testing Instrutor Course, Dr. Lance A. Platt - DUI Training Coordinator for the State of Texas

2011

Standardized Field Sobriety Testing 8 Hour Refresher, Dr. Lance A. Platt - DUI Training Coordinator for the State of Texas

2011

Forensic Toxicology for Attorneys 2011, Dr. John Vasiliades, Ph.D., DABCC, DABFT

2011

Completeion of Standardized Field Sobriety Training, Robert LaPier - Idaho State Police Lead DUI Instructor

2011

Factory Certification for BAC Datamaster, John D. Fusco CEO of NPAS & David Radomski Lead Engineer and Vice President of NPAS

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Balyeat, Leahy, Daley & Miller LLC

2007 - 2009

Associate Attorney, Reinheimer & Reinheimer Attorneys at Law

2006 - 2007

Certified Legal Intern & Attorney, Toledo Legal Defender

Associations

2010 - Present

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Board Member

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

Allen County Bar Association

Member

National College of DUI Defense

Member

American Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

State v Ali 2014-Ohio-3757

Case Dismised and LIcense Suspension Vacated

State v JM

All Charges Dismissed After Sucessful Suppresion

State v JB

Dismissed at Motion Hearing

State v JH

Not Guilty by Jury

State v DB

Not Guilty by Court and ALS license suspension vacated

State v GB

Dismissed

State v MG

Not Guilty by Jury

State v BR

reduction to no point violation, no license suspension

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Education

2007

University of Toledo College of Law

Juris Doctor

2004

University of Toledo

BS - Bachelor of Science

2004

University of Toledo

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2015

OVI Update 2015

Intox 8000 Discovery after ILG

2015

OACDL Advanced OVI Seminar - Best in the Midwest

A Scientific and Statistical Assessment of the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and the Drug Recognition Expert Program

2014

OVI Update 2014

Invalid Samples and Breath Testing

2013

OVI Update

DRE Overview

2013

Field Sobriety Testing in OVI cases

DRE is coming to your jurisdiction

2013

CBA OVI Part 2 ARIDE Overview

2012

2012

Lucas County Bar Association

The New OVI, No Alcohol Required, DRE Comes to Ohio

2012

Law Update 2012 DRE Overview

2012

Intoxilyzer 8000 is coming to a court near you 8000 Caselaw Update

2012

Intox 8000 - What You Need to Know to Defend Your Client 8000 Caselaw Update (Perrysburg)

2011

OSBA OVI Update 2011

Are You Ready for the Intoxilyzer 8000 - Essential Motions

2011

Columbus Bar Association OVI Seminar 2011

So You Think OVI Practice is Easy

Publications

2012

Emch Law Office Newsletter "The New OVI in Ohio and What You Need to Know Even if you NEVER Drink

2012

Ohio Association of Municipal Court Judges Thanks for Power Point Contrubutions

2012

Ohio State Bar Association publication Published Thanks in OSBA Report re: CLE Lecturing

Languages

English

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