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I grew up in Cleveland and attended public school, graduating from Midpark High School. Having wrestled and placed in the Ohio State finals taught me a great deal about discipline and hard work. This has followed me throughout my life causing me to put everything in to whatever tasks I face. As an attorney, I feel it is very important to listen to my clients and understand that while interaction with the courts and law enforcement is an every day event for me, it is NOT for my clients. I believe in a client's right to have their day in court and while I may give them my professional opinion on a matter, it is ultimately up to them to decide how they wish to proceed.
In true instances where a state official is seen clearly violating the rights of a private citizen, I feel it is important for people to have someone to protect their rights and make certain that persons are held accountable. While I fully support law enforcement, bad officers give the good ones a bad reputation. That is why I have directed more of my professional efforts toward representing citizens who have had their civil rights violated by overzealous, unprofessional officers. I am proud to be a Clevelander and enjoy all of the wonderful things the city has to offer.
I enjoy the outdoors, hunting, hiking with my dogs, and taking long trips with my wife on our Harley Davidson.
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27 years
27 years
25 years
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State: Tennessee
Acquired: 2025
No misconduct found
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Professionalism
Posted by Brian | March 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Attorney in CLE
In 47 years of life, I never stepped foot inside a courtroom. I had no clue what I needed to do or how to get it done. Tim expertly took care of it all and made the process understandable and manageable. The outcome was the best that could be hope for. If ever I need legal counsel again, I will not h...
Posted by anonymous | March 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
DUI
I have had a few run in with an certain officer, and after a very frustrating morning taking my daughter to school I received a phone call and a ticket shortly after that from this same officer who was not even on the seen at the time. I felt that i was being harassed and the charges and the things h...
Posted by Joshua | June 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Lawyer
Timothy was and excellent lawyer all the way through our lengthy pretrial. He kept a level head and helped with everything that was needed even with some difficulties due to the prosecution. He was also very quick with his responses to both phone calls and txt msgs. I would definitely recommend his s...
Posted by anonymous | April 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
OVI that got knocked down
It was my first offense with an OVI, complete stupid mistake on my part. Tim could tell that this was just a mistake, so he was very flexible with his payments and worked very hard to get it knocked down so it wouldn’t be on my record forever. He was very diligent in all his work and research on the...
To be clear, physical control, like any driving infraction can NOT be expunged. But, it is not an enhanceable offense which means that if charged with an OVI in the future, the physical control does not enhance the penalties of that new OVI. With a BAC of .159, this was definitely a good outcome.
Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Five Stars Isn't Enough
Tim Hess went above and beyond what he was paid to do. Throughout the entire experience, I felt like a person to him and not just a client. He fought for more than anyone else would have, or thought possible, because he knew it was the deserved outcome. I highly recommend Tim and his drive to fight f...
"I endorse this lawyer. Highly skilled lawyer with a great reputation. Very diligent and always prepared. He also rides a Harley, what more can I say!!!"
"Tim is a highly skilled, detail-oriented lawyer who is always looking to improve his craft. We belong to a couple of the same bar associations and I am continually impressed by the results he gets for his clients and his tenacity in the court room. He definitely fights for his clients and their interests!"
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Tim has a subtle, but firm and aggressive approach to making sure his clients' rights are fully protected. He brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to the forefront for the clients who are fortunate enough to retain him."
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2018
10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2017
10 BEST ATTORNEYS IN OHIO, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2005 - 2023
Attorney, T. Hess & Associates, LLC
2016 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
United States Concealed Carry AssociationCritical Response Attorney
2010 - Present
National College of DUI Defense
2010 - Present
American Bar Association
2006 - Present
Cuyahoga Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2005 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2003 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Affirmed by the Ohio Supreme Court
Client agrees to 25 year sentence
2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
State and Local Regulations & Lianbility Concerns
2017
Gun Laws and Rights
English
Legal Answers
Is this illegal search and seizure?
16 Aug 2023
My husband is on probation and was pulled over they found 2 oz of weed and a gun?
18 Oct 2019
My Ovi was dropped but had no insurance! Wasn't told I need an sr-22 a year ago! Let My license expire what do I do?
09 Jun 2019