Ryan Nelson is a battle-tested trial attorney with more than two decades on the front lines of the courtroom. After earning his degrees from Wittenberg University and University of Cincinnati, he spent 23 years at the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office, rising to Assistant Chief Prosecuting Attorney and trying well over 100 jury trials—including murder, rape, robbery, arson, and other high-stakes felony cases.
Ryan knows how the prosecution builds cases—because he did it. Now he uses that insider knowledge to attack the state’s case, challenge evidence, and defend clients facing serious charges. His experience in DUI/OVI law is especially deep; he has trained law enforcement and prosecutors across Ohio and handled complex, high-exposure cases, including DUI-related homicides.
He prepares every case for trial, applies pressure from day one, and doesn’t back down when the stakes are highest. Ryan’s approach is direct: anticipate the prosecution, expose weaknesses, and fight to win.
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Practice Areas
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State: Ohio
Acquired: 1997
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12 East Warren Street, Lebanon, OH, 45036
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Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Result Driven DUI Attorney
Ryan was willing to go the extra mile to get a positive outcome.He was even willing to fight and take the case to trail .You get what you pay for with Ryan.
Posted by anonymous | June 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Incredible Attorney
Ryan is a strategic thinker, fantastic communicator and compassionate attorney. From my initial phone consultation, Ryan’s decades of legal experience were evident. He articulated all of the options, provided solutions and expressed care. His ability to analyze the situation, people and potential hur...
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2021 - 2023
Trial Attorney, Suhre & Associates, LLC
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
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