Robert Anthony Herking

Robert Anthony Herking

4.5
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Batavia, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

202 E. Main Street, Batavia, OH

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

White Collar, OVI, Felony, Misdemeanor, DUI/OVI, Traffic, Ohio, Kentucky and Federal.

16 years

50%
Litigation 20%

21 years

20%
Juvenile Law 10%

16 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 14 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2011

Suspended

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 19 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2006

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

The Herking Law Firm

202 E. Main Street, Batavia, OH, 45103

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Robert Anthony Herking's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Clint | August 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Take your money and run

Doesn't answer phone calls. Doesn't show up to court when he is supposed too. Doesn't do anything. Will say whatever to get your business and barter you away in court.

Posted by Eric | November 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business

Professionalism unmatched

I have known Mr. Herking for a number of years and have been fortunate to work with him in a multitude of roles. As an Investigator in Law Enforcement I had the opportunity to watch Mr. Herking prosecute cases with a fairness and respect for the law not often seen. In this same capacity I have worked... with him as he began defending cases in which I was involved. In each instance there was a sense of professionalism and thoroughness that can only be admired. However, the most important instance of my dealings with Mr. Herking has been as a small business owner where I was in need of legal representation. As the need arose I did not hesitate in retaining Mr. Herking's service. The preparation he put into this case, as well as his abilities in the courtroom left me convinced I made the right decision in hiring him. I am a firm believer that recommendations are a direct refection of the person giving them, but the integrity, skill and thoroughness seen time and time from Mr. Herking leave me with no trepidation referring his services to anyone in need.

Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Truly An Excellent Attorney!

Beginning my divorce was extremely nerve wrecking for me. After meeting with Robert I immediately felt relieved by his caring nature. He is very personable and I truly felt like he cared about helping me get what I needed out of my divorce. He kept me up-to-date at all times. I could not have found b...etter representation anywhere else!

Posted by anonymous | April 02, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Never been completely happy with a lawyer until now.

I have had many good lawyers, but none stand close to Robert Herking. I have hired Joel G. Deutch, and George P. Montgomery, but neither of them do as good of a job as Herking. I do believe he is the best. Also i went through a divorce and was not happy with either of my divorce attorney's. ...I wish I would have hired Herking earlier.

Posted by Virginia | February 03, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Truly the best attorney in Cincinnati!

Mr. Herking is truly the best attorney in Cincinnati! He was very timely(same day response) in answering e-mails and phone calls, and very flexible about the time and location of scheduling meetings He was empathetic and patient, but also very straight forward about the seriousness of the charge...s against me. I was facing several felony charges in a trial setting, and through his expertise and thorough research of the laws and codes, Mr. Herking was able to walk me out of the courtroom with an acquittal!! In fact, the judge came down and shook his hand and complimented him on his legal prowess. His fees are also very reasonable for an attorney of his caliber. Whether you are a first time offender or multiple, I would definitely highly recommend Mr. Herking!!

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Robert Anthony Herking's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Mooney

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I work as in house counsel for a multi-national pharmaceutical company with offices in 25 countries across the globe. On a regular basis employees from my company contact me and ask me for guidance on a number of legal issues that may be impacting their personal lives outside of our offices. Whether their issue relates to estate planning, personal injury, domestic relations or a criminal allegation, I routinely, and without hesitation, recommend that they call Rob for representation. I have known and worked with Rob for almost seven years and he is an outstanding person that provides impeccable legal counseling. Rob is a tough attorney who will protect your legal interest to the fullest extent. I strongly endorse his practice and look forward to working with him more in the future"

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Nicholas Klingensmith

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Hale

Unknown lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Rob on some criminal matters when he was a prosecutor. Very stand up guy, when he told you he would do something, it would get done."

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Robert Stearns

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the distinct pleasure to spend a year as the public defender assigned to the same courtroom as Rob was when he was a felony prosecutor. I found him to be a hard working, honest and honorable opponent. We both gained a lifetime of experience and learned a lot from each other. I have also seen Mr. Herking in action since his days in the prosecutor's office and have been pleased to see that his prosecutor's skills serve him very well in providing a rigorous defense for his clients. I would not hesitate to hire Mr. Herking to represent me should I ever have the need of a criminal defense attorney."

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R. Keller

Litigation lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I went to law school with Robert and am happy to give my endorsement to him. He's bright, talented, conscientious, hard-working and honest. In short, he is everything you want an attorney to be."

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Richard Maus

Criminal defense lawyer

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Nicholas Klingensmith

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jeffrey Hale

Unknown lawyer

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Robert Stearns

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

N/A

Magna Cum Laude, Chase College of Law

Work Experience

2007 - 2010

Felony Prosecutor, Clermont County Prosecutors Office

2006 - 2007

Attorney, Lerner, Sampson & Rothfuss

Associations

2011 - Present

Ohio Association for Justice

Member

2011 - Present

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2010 - Present

Cincinnati Bar Association

Member, Solo/Small Firm Committee

2009 - Present

Clermont County Bar Association

Member, Grievance Committee

2005 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Accountancy Board of Ohio

CPA

Sample of Legal Cases

Felonious Assault

Not Guilty

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Education

2005

Chase College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of Cincinnati

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

University of Cincinnati Criminal Law

Publications

2012

Languages

English

Activity

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