State Years

Kentucky - KY 14 years

Ohio - OH 23 years
Licensed for 14 years

State KY

Acquired 2009

Status
Active No misconduct found
Licensed for 23 years

State OH

Acquired 1999

Status
Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Joseph Bernard Suhre IV

DUI and DWI Attorney at Cincinnati, OH

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The Best DUI/OVI Attorney in Cincinnati

From day one Joe was very knowledgeable, professional, and respectful. I hired Joe after receiving my 3rd OVI in 6 years. His knowledge of the laws, his relationship and repetition with the court staff was very impressive. He was able to get my 3 OVI refusal amended to a 1st OVI refusal. With the 3rd I was looking at 60 days to 1 yr. in jail, 1 to 5 yr. license suspension, ignition interlock, yellow plates, driving privileges after 1 yr. just for work. After Joe worked his magic I have 5 days in jail with 18 house arrest with work privileges. 24/7 driving privileges immediately with ignition interlock with NO yellow plates. Joe has saved my life. I would have lost my jobs if I had received the plates. I would highly recommend Joe to anyone. He is the best there is!

Joe Suhre is SUPERMAN

Joe did an amazing job with my case. When searching for representation, so many lawyers made me feel like there was no hope- No way out of a TERRIBLE situation. Joe took my case with open arms and said, "We are going to get this thing done." He did not disappoint. Joe was able to save my job, my relationship, and bring me closer to my family. Joe makes you feel like you can breathe when all is closing in on you. Thank you Joe for doing an AWESOME job and I would highly recommend Joe SUPERMAN Suhre.

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I'M A DUI CRIMINAL DEFENSE, AND TRIAL ATTORNEY AND I LOVE WHAT I DO. FORMER POLICE OFFICER, FREE CONSULTATION, RESULTS ORIENTED.

My name is Joe Suhre - and I am committed to DUI defense. I am a graduate of Xavier University where I received a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. I continued my legal education at the University of Cincinnati where I received my Juris Doctorate.

I am licensed to practice in Ohio, Kentucky and the United States District Court, Southern District of Ohio.

Cincy Magazine named me leading lawyer in the field of DUI defense every year since 2006, one of the longest running honors bestowed by the magazine.

The Leading Lawyer Award includes the prominent and powerful legal minds of the Greater Cincinnati Area. Hundreds of members from the Greater Cincinnati legal community nominate colleagues for this honor. Nominees are judged by a jury of peers to ensure fairness and impartiality.

I received the Ohio Police Officer Training Academy certification and worked for nearly six years as an auxiliary police officer. I truly believe my experience as a former police officer make me uniquely suited to effectively and aggressively defend my clients charged with DUI.

I am or have been a member of the following professional organizations:

Ohio State Bar Association
Cincinnati Bar Association
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Greater Cincinnati Criminal Defense Association
Northern Kentucky Bar Association

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Suhre & Associates, LLC

(888) 257-8256 Office

(513) 333-0032 Fax

600 Vine Street

Suite 1004

Cincinnati, OH, 45202

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Suhre & Associates, LLC

(888) 257-8256 Office

130 W. Second St.

Ste. 310

Dayton, OH, 45402

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Suhre & Associates, LLC

(888) 257-8256 Office

175 S. Third Street

Suite 200

Columbus, OH, 43215

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Posted by Kim | November 19, 2013

The Best DUI/OVI Attorney in Cincinnati

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Posted by Kyle | June 1, 2013

Joe Suhre is SUPERMAN

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Posted by Bethany Kelly | June 5, 2023

Highly recommend

I was referred to Joe by one of my friends parents when I ended up with a DUI right before Christmas. I’ve never been in any kind of trouble before and was entirely unfamiliar with any kind of court process but he made it smooth and easy. He gave me every reason to believe that things would work out in my favor and with his help they did! He was able to get all charges reduced so I didn’t end up with a dui on my record. I highly recommend him for anyone that’s ended up in a sticky situation.

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Posted by Brian | May 15, 2023

Thank you, Joe.

I am writing to express my gratitude for the exceptional work Mr. Suhre did on my case. His professionalism, expertise, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcome were evident throughout the entire process. His attention to detail and thorough understanding of the law were invaluable in guiding me through the complexities of the legal system. And his ability to communicate clearly and effectively with me, as well as with other parties involved in the case, was greatly appreciated. I would highly recommend his services to anyone seeking legal representation.

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Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2023

Joe Suhre: Professional, Strategic and Cares

Joe had a heavy work load and yet was able to take our case and apply real focus to it. We had frequent touchpoints, a good strategy, and he cared about us and the outcome (which was favorable!). Thank you Joe and team.

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2023

Above and beyond

Joe was able to get me a once in a lifetime break being this is my first and last.

Posted by anonymous | February 9, 2023

Happy with the outcome

Joe Suhre did a great job on our case. He was always well prepared for court and was great about keeping us informed in the process of our case. There were never any surprises, which put our minds at ease. Joe did everything he had promised and we are very satisfied with the outcome. I highly recommend his service!

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2023

Thank you!

I originally hired a lawyer on our case that but wasn’t very successful.. Joe, stepped up and provided excellent service and brought my partner back home. I really appreciate all his assistance and time. Our family is complete again. I will recommend him to anyone that’s in need of a good lawyer.

Posted by Robert | January 5, 2023

Lawyer

Joe got me the bare minimum. He is worth every penny. I recommend him to anyone! He is very knowledgeable in Ovi cases.

Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2022

Very Supportive and Helpful

I hired Joe to represent me in a DUI case. Through the pre-trail efforts he was able to have the DUI dismissed along with other charges. Joe was very professional and helpful through the process and answered all of my questions. He was very supportive through a difficult and scary process and I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2022

DUI

I had hired Joe to represent me for a DUI charge. Not only was he able to reduce the charges in pre-trial but was also capable to bring out the most favorable outcome. Highly recommended !!

Posted by Ward Gilley | July 29, 2022

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Posted by Joe | May 27, 2022

Highly Recommend Joe Suhre

I retained Joe Suhre in October 2021 after being charged with several misdemeanor charges where I was facing significant penalties including jail time and a loss of my drivers license. To say I was impressed with Joe and his team is an understatement. Joe is a very compassionate and highly skilled attorney. After seven months of court proceedings all but one minor charge have been dismissed! Words cannot express my gratitude. With the help of Joe Suhre and his team including Henri Heywood I am now able to regain my license and return to work. Highly recommended!

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Posted by Benjamin | April 12, 2022

Great attorney and person

I started Surhe and associates with a different lawyer in the firm but she had an opportunity come up she had to take. Joe took my case no problem and it was seemless. He and his team did their due diligence and kept in constant communication even for a small case like mine. I hope I won't need legal counsel anytime soon but if I do I know who I am calling. Thank you Joe. You are a mensch.

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Posted by Katie | March 18, 2022

Wonderful help for my student at Miami of Ohio

Joe was very professional, courteous and knowledgeable in every interaction we had. He assisted my son with his Minor in Possession charge as well as a destruction of property charge. He had everything resolved in a timely manner. He was recommended to me by an attorney in Michigan, so his reputation for being exceptional spans several states. I would not hesitate to recommend Joe to anyone.

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Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2022

Great experience

It was great working with Joe. He took my call immediately and walked me through the process and answered all of my questions. Easy to work with and explained things in layman terms. Appreciate his prompt and professional handling of the case

Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2022

Expungement

When I was first looking to get my record expunged the courts & another lawyer told me I had to wait 5 years & it was for a half of joint in ky good thing I didn’t give up & found Joseph he kept me updated which I loved that got my whole case expunged in no time I didn’t even have to go to court there law form gets my approval!

Posted by anonymous | March 7, 2022

Great job

I was in an extremely difficult situation looking at a severe potential sentence. But Joe was able to turn it around and I ended with the best case scenario involving no time being served.

Posted by anonymous | February 25, 2022

Great Job

Joe helped me in a situation where I was falsely accused of doing something I didn’t do. He sped up the process when it was being dragged out and made me feel comfortable through the process. Would definitely recommend.

Posted by Dan | October 19, 2021

Fantastic Counsel

Joe returned calls on the first day before I hired him. He always returned texts with text or calls when I requested. Ovi charge dismissed actually all charges dismissed. Reinstatement fees were waived I highly recommend Joe he’s really good!!

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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Managing Attorney
Suhre & Associates, LLC
1999 - Present

Aux. Police Officer
City of Blue Ash
1995 - 2000

Firefighter/EMT
Sycamore Township
1992 - 2003

Education

La Pier & Associates, LLC
NHTSA - Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement
2014

La Pier & Associates, LLC
NHTSA - Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Certification
2011

University of Cincinnati College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999

Xavier University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1996

St. Xavier High School - Cincinnati
High School Diploma
1992

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Legal Cases

State v. Kostyuchenko
Defendant's win affirmed

State v. Brown
Defense win

State v. Nicholson (trial)
Client acquitted

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Associations

Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
2014 - Present

National College of DUI Defense
Member
2014 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association, Criminal Law Section
Attorney Member
2009 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
2006 - Present

Greater Cincinnati Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
2001 - Present

Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers
Member
2000 - Present

Cincinnati Bar Association
Member
1999 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association
Member
1999 - Present

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers / Cincinnati Magazine
2016

Leading Lawyer - DUI
Cincy Business Magazine
2016

Leading Lawyer - DUI
Cincy Business Magazine
2015

Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers / Cincinnati Magazine
2015

Leading Lawyer - DUI
Cincy Business Magazine
2014

Leading Lawyer - DUI
Cincy Business Magazine
2013

Tri-State Success Award
Cincy Business Magazine
2012

Rising Star Super Lawyer
Cincinnati Magazine
2012

Leading Lawyer - DUI
Cincy Business Magazine
2012

Leading Lawyer
Cincy Business Magazine
2011

Super Lawyers Rising Star
Cincinnati Magazine
2011

Top 10 Cincinnati Criminal Defense Firm
Cincinnati City Guide
2011

Tri-State Success Award
Cincy Business Magazine
2011

Leading Lawyer
Cincy Business Magazine
2010

Top 10 Cincinnati Criminal Defense Firms
Cincinnati City Guide
2010

Leading Lawyer
Cincy Magazine
2009

Leading Lawyer
Cincy Business Magazine
2008

Leading Lawyer
Cincy Business Magazine
2007

Leading Lawyer
Cincy Business Magazine
2006

Certificate of Appreciation
United States Air Force
2005

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Publications

www.suhrelaw.com
Ohio ALS
2009

www.suhrelaw.com
Ohio Breath Tests
2009

Speaking Engagements

Ohio vs. Kentucky Probable Cause + Worker's Comp 101
Probable Cause in Ohio vs. Kentucky
2017

Annual Advanced DUI Seminar - Louisville
HGN - Theory and Defense
2016

Advanced DUI Seminar - Northern Kentucky
DUI Defense
2016

Annual advanced DUI seminar
HGN - A Daubert Challenge
2015

KACDL Annual Advanced DUI Seminar
Kentucky's New Interlock Law
2015

Cincinnati Lawyers Club Monthly CLE
KY & OH DUI
2015

Cincinnati Bar Association
OVI DUI Law
2014

Annual Thanksgiving DUI Seminar
Entering Canada After a DUI Conviction
2014

Hamilton County PD Training
DUI - From Arraignment to Pre-trial
2013

OVI/DUI Seminar
OVI Law - Police Training
2013

New Lawyers Training CLE
Professionalism
2012

Prosecutor-Defense OVI Seminar
DUI Arrest and Prosecution
2012

Police Explorer Competition Trainng
Courtroom Testimony
2012

D. Russel Lee Paramedic School
Legal Issues in Pre-hospital Care
2005

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Michael Zimmerman

DUI and DWI Attorney | Apr 28
Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Joe Suhre is a hard working and brilliant criminal litigator. As a former county prosecutor I can say that no one had a better reputation than Joe and no one made me work harder to present the State's case. When I left the county prosecutor's office I joined Joe's firm, where I litigated along side him for a year. From that perspective I was able to see his tremendous dedication to his clients first hand. I have since returned to active duty military service, but the best endorsement I think a lawyer can give to another lawyer is to say "I would hire him". If I was in trouble I would hire Joe Suhre."

Charles Rittgers

DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe and his partners are attorneys on the cutting edge of DUI defense. Their knowledge, dedication, and hard work results in successful outcomes for their clients. I highly endorse Joe in the area of DUI/OVI defense."

Peter Le

Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 03
Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse attorney Joe Suhre. Mr. Suhre is a seasoned and accomplished attorney. He knows his trade. He is dedicated to his clients, and enthusiastically works to achieve the best results for his clients. Mr. Suhre would be a great hire."

John Felter

Unknown Attorney | Sep 18
Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Scott Rubenstein

DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joe and I went to law school together. He is a great guy and a better lawyer. He gives his complete attention and effort to his client's interests. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a hard working, diligent, and aggressive legal advocate."

Michael Waddington

Criminal defense Attorney | May 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

Michael Menninger

Criminal defense Attorney | May 22
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Joe Suhre has always demonstrated adherence to the highest ethical standards, vast knowledge of the law and criminal justice system, and superior client service. I strongly endorse Joe."

Jeffrey Hale

DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Nadine Jett

Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. This lawyers contributions to this site are invaluable. I happily endorse this lawyers work, ability and charity to those asking for advice. Further, I like to endorse good lawyers, because I find the AVVO rating system to be dishonest and corrupt. Frequently, disgruntled litigants on the opposing side (not your clients) will bash a lawyer on this site, pretending to be "your" client. When this situation is brought to AVVO attention, Avvo refuses to do anything to investigate and remove the false, slanderous "client" reviews. AVVO is a mean petty internet blog site trying to make money off of lawyers, and does not care if the public receives truthful information."

Ronald Burdge

DUI and DWI Attorney | Jan 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorneys know each other's reputations perhaps better than the general public does. Attorney Suhre has a great reputation for his years of strong advocacy, terrific knowledge of the law, and his care and concern for his clients. His web site has lots of information and he's been recognized repeated by local consumer magazine reviewers as being the best at what he does. If you need his help, I highly recommend him to you."

William Strubbe

DUI and DWI Attorney | Dec 30
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I refer all my DUI and criminal cases to him, and he always does an excellent job. He is as good as it gets."

Carl Spector

DUI and DWI Attorney | Dec 14
Relationship: Other

"Mr. Shure is an excellent DUI attorney. He takes the time to understand the needs of his clients. Joe Shure finds useful and creative ways to apply the law to his clients cases that benefit his clients. I strongly recommend Joe Shure."

Edward McTigue

Criminal defense Attorney | Oct 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I think Joe is an excellent attorney, always prepared and always ready to accept any challenge. Additionally, and probably more importantly, he has a demeanor that allows him to accomplish more than most lawyers are able to accomplish. I would give him the highest rating."

David Wagner

DUI and DWI Attorney | Sep 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the opportunity to watch Mr. Suhre's work for several years in the Hamilton County court system. His background in law enforcement, diligence on behalf of his client, and thorough understanding of the law, is unparalleled in our community. When I have a question regarding OVI law, he is absolutely the first attorney I seek out. He is respectful to clients, judges, and prosecutors and he has clearly earned the respect of all those who deal with him. I strongly endorse Joe Suhre."

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