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Nicholas Klingensmith
also known as Nicholas Anthony Klingensmith
About Nicholas
Biography
Nicholas Klingensmith is a Cincinnati DUI and Criminal Defense Attorney. Before becoming a criminal defense attorney, Nicholas was a prosecutor for the City of Cincinnati. As a prosecutor Nicholas handled a large caseload and tried hundreds of cases, argued countless motions and negotiated pleas. He also argued numerous times on behalf of the State of Ohio and City of Cincinnati before the First District Court of Appeals.
Before Nicholas became a prosecutor he served as a Law Clerk and Constable for the Honorable Judge Melba D. Marsh. Prior to clerking for a Judge, Nicholas worked as a clerk for Katz Teller Brandt & Hild.
Nicholas attended law school at the Salmon P. Chase College of Law and graduated Cum Laude, finishing 12th in his class. Nicholas received his Bachelor Degree from the University of Cincinnati and is a graduate of Elder High School.
Nicholas has been rated Superb by AVVO with a perfect 10.0 rating and has been named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer.
Practice locations
- Cincinnati
- Hamilton County
- Butler County
- Clermont County
- Warren County
- West Chester
- Oxford
- Norwood
Practice Areas
- Criminal Defense
- Misdemeanors
- Felonies
- DUI – OVI
- Traffic Tickets
- Drug Cases
- Expungements
- Underage Consumption
- Diversion
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Kentucky for 10 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2016
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 16 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Nicholas Klingensmith, Attorney at Law
810 Sycamore, Cincinnati, OH, 45202-1902
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Posted by Derek | December 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Very respected Lawyer and person
I was advised by a friend (another Lawyer) to contact Nick about my situation. Not only was Nick personable, he never made me feel uncomfortable about my situation. Even as bad as I felt about my poor decision. After our first meeting he made me feel at ease and explained every step of the process an...
Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
You can't go wrong with Nick
Nick was a strong advocate for me given a very complicated situation. He has a great working relationship with the judges and prosecutors and takes a holistic and pragmatic approach to litigation. Can't recommend him highly enough
Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent lawyer and person
Right off the bat, Nick was genuinely honest and very friendly with me, never passing judgement or making me uncomfortable or akward. He was very thorough, passionate and caring while working with me. Our visits were quick and to the point, and very much was accomplished in a very short amount of tim...
Posted by Kimberly | August 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Traffic violation
Nick exceeded my expectations by quickly replying to my emails and phone calls. Nick was also very respectful of my time which allowed me to stay at work while he represented me in court. He has a strong professional demeanor and I would refer him to my colleagues.
Posted by Brad | August 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Nick was personable and fantastic! Highly recommend!
I received a OVI violation in Cincinnati like a moron while visiting from Pittsburgh. Nick was excellent in handling all needed processes and procedures on my behalf since I lived so far away, and was extremely informative of the law and said processes. His experience, overall personable personality...
Nicholas Klingensmith's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have seen Nick at work as a prosecutor as well as a defense attorney. He is tremendously knowledgeable when it comes to OVI law. He gets his clients great results. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nick works hard for his clients and is a tremendous lawyer. I highly recommend Nick to anyone."
"I absolutely endorse this lawyer. His experience as a prosecutor is a huge asset to his criminal defense practice, and he is a very good attorney."
"Nick consistently represents clients in an effective matter in regards to OVIs and criminal matters. He has a thorough understanding of the process and law to effectuate the best results for his clients."
"I have known Nick since he was prosecutor with the City of CIncinnati. He is an excellent lawyer and advocates aggressively for each and every client. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Talented and intense attorney concerned with achieving great results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Nick has a unique perspective defending criminal cases due to his former position as a prosecutor. I have seen him rely on this experience in the courtroom to obtain excellent results for his client."
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"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. I first met Nick when he was an assistant prosecutor for the City of Cincinnati. Nick was able to use the opportunity to prosecute as a learning experience before launching his career as a defense attorney. Accordingly, he has not only developed skill necessary to successfully defend OVI cases, he also has relationships from his time as a prosecutor that assist in the pre-trial process."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Nicholas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Nick is professional and hard working. Nick has no problem fighting a case or working out a good plea for his clients. He is a great addition to the DUI/Criminal Defense attorney community!"
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2009
Cum Laude, Salmon P. Chase College of Law
N/A
Deans List, University of Cincinnati
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Partner, Treleven & Klingensmith
2012 - Present
Attorney, Nicholas Klingensmith, Attorney at Law
2010 - 2012
Prosecutor, City of Cincinnati
2006 - 2010
Law Clerk, Hamilton County Court Of Common Pleas
2004 - 2006
Clerk, Katz, Teller, Brant & Hild, A Legal Professional Association
Associations
2014 - Present
Greater Cincinnati Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
2012 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersAttorney Member
2011 - Present
Voices From the Heart
2009 - Present
Cincinnati Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. O.S. (Not Guilty Jury Verdict)
Not Guilty
State v. Mackey
Affirmed
State v. Martin
Affirmed
State v. G.T.
DUI reduced to Reckless Driving
State v. J.R.
Reduced to Physical Control after Motion to Suppress
State v. B.W.
OVI reduced to Reckless Driving
State v. R.B.
DUI Reduced
Education
2014
La Pier and Associates
Certificate of Completion
2009
Northern Kentucky University
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
University of Cincinnati
BBA
1999
Elder High School
Speaking Engagements
2012
Moore Law TV Show
DUI
2011
Citizens on Patrol
Community Policing
2011
Boy Scouts of America
Career Day
Publications
2014
Klingensmith Law
What you should do if you are stopped by the police
2012
LawCincy Blog
Be Careful What You Post on Facebook
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
First time offense! Shoplifting $279 at Walmart no criminal record. What type of fines and other pen. Am I facing? In ohio
31 May 2014
Q&A
In Ohio, convicted of non compliance in January, failure to reinstate in May, and another failure to reinstate pending.
04 Jun 2014
Q&A
Can I get probation for a felony 3 conveyance and not have to go to prison?
03 Jun 2014