David Michael Gast

David Michael Gast

also known as David Gast, David M. Gast

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Cincinnati, OH
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Wrongful Death

150 East 4th Street, 4th Floor, Suite 150, Cincinnati, OH

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Unfortunately, even the best of people run afoul of the law at times. In these unnerving and troubling times I am here to help put your mind at ease and help you find a path to move forward without penalties that could upend you life.

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

Former Chief Prosecuting Attorney who focuses on representation of individuals charged with OVI, DUI and related offenses. Practicing in Clermont, Hamilton, Brown, Warren and Butler Counties.

28 years

25%
Personal Injury 25%

Everyday people are injured through no fault of their own. These injuries can cause physical and mental suffering; loss of employment; and often marital and family strife. The law is designed to put people back, as close as possible, to the state they were in prior to the accident,

27 years

25%
Wrongful Death 25%

When tragedy strikes, we here at Strauss Troy dedicate our entire energy to helping you and your family navigate this turmoil. We understand how difficult and emotional these matters always are, and we provide expert legal knowledge and empathy.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 27 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Strauss Troy

150 East 4th Street, 4th Floor, Suite 150, Cincinnati, OH, 45202

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David Michael Gast's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Laura | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Juvenile OVI Case

David Gast recently represented my son during his OVI case and was able to get the sentence reduced. David is a very passionate lawyer. He let us know what would happen during each step of the case and shared his strategy of how he would help my son. David is a highly skilled and experienced lawye...r. My son and I are truly grateful for his knowledge and hard work.

Posted by Samantha | November 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Lawyer

I highly recommend David Gast. He is very honest. I feel that I have had other lawyer that promised me stuff that couldn't get, and flat out lied to me in some cases. However, Mr. Gast is always up front. He is kind and isn't judgemental. He is a very understanding lawyer. I have been grateful I foun...d him as my lawyer. I am very thankful for all his help at a reasonable price.

Posted by anonymous | December 9, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

David Gast is Excellent

Attorney Gast helped me immensely with a recent criminal hearing. His knowledge of the law, process, and prosecutors led to an amazingly efficient and successful resolution.

Posted by S. | November 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best legal representation that I have ever received

David was able to work with the prosecutor to reduce the mandatory sentence that I was facing which had included jail time. He works very hard for his clients and genuinely cares. David was always in communication with me throughout my ordeal and frankly it's the first time that I've ever had a lawy...er that didn't take a check and disappear until the court date. He's absolutely the best and I highly recommend him for any level of defense.

Posted by Michael | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

DUI Lawyer

My name is Michael and I was very fortunate to have David Gast represent me with a DUI. He was very knowledgeable, straightforward and honest and was able to mitigate my original case (handled by a different lawyer), which in turn allowed me to keep my job. Every single part of the process includi...ng the outcome was explained to me and went exactly how he said it would. You can count on David when he gives you his word. David was great at explaining every aspect of my case to me so that I could understand what was happening and walked me through the entire process. David was available to answer any question or concern that I had and would respond immediately, which was a great relief when dealing with this very stressful ordeal. I put all of my faith in David and it turned out great. I would give the highest recommendation to David Gast if you are facing a DUI.

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David Michael Gast's Lawyer Endorsements

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John O'Shea

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"David is an excellent attorney with that all too rare combination of extensive experience in the private sector and as a public servant. After more than 20 years in private practice, David answered the call to serve as the Chief Assistant Prosecutor to head the Municipal Division for the then newly elected Clermont County Prosecutor. David has now returned to private practice where he uses this invaluable experience to protect his clients in all areas of criminal and civil litigation in the local state and federal courts. David is a tireless advocate who takes care of his clients."

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Paul Minnillo

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"David is an excellent attorney with vast knowledge and experience in OVI law."

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Christian Jenkins

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David Gast is one of the most exceptional attorneys I have worked with in 20 years of practice. I am consistently impressed with his attention to detail and his genuine concern for his clients. I would wholeheartedly recommend him to my closest friends and family."

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Scott Rubenstein

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known David Gast for over ten years. He is a skilled lawyer and an accomplished advocate. He certainly has my endorsement."

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Mark Wieczorek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dave is a great lawyer who world hard for all his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Shea

Litigation lawyer

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Blake Maislin

Personal injury lawyer

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John Williams

Personal injury lawyer

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Christian Jenkins

Class action lawyer

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Christopher Jackson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Meadows

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Scott Rubenstein

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Wieczorek

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2016

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2016

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2016

Ranked #7 on the 2016 Top DWI Attorneys - Cincinnati Ohio List, Best DWI Attorneys

2016

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2014

Field Sobriety, National College for DUI Defense

1997

Chosen Student, American Inns of Court

Work Experience

2025 - Present

Litigation Attorney, Strauss Troy

2021 - 2025

Chief Prosecuting Attorney, Clermont County Prosecutors Office

2014 - 2021

Attorney, Minnillo & Jenkins Co., LPA

2011 - 2014

Attorney, David M. Gast, Attorney

2005 - 2011

Partner, Gast, Turner & Walker, Ltd

1999 - 2004

Staff Attorney, Hamilton County Public Defenders Office

Associations

2016 - Present

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Executive Member

2014 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2001 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Cincinnati Bar Association

Member

Clermont County Bar Association

Member

Ohio Bar Associaiton

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Doss

Acquittal on two counts vehicular homicide

State v. Stonestreet

Acquittal

State v. Larson

DUI Acquittal

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Education

1998

Salmon P. Chase College of Law

Juris Doctorate

1998

Northern Kentucky University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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