Patrick David Quinn

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Patrick David Quinn

4.9
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 49 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Cleveland, OH
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Personal Injury, Birth Injury

2802 SOM Center Road, Suite 102, Cleveland, OH

Virtual Consultation Available

About Patrick

Biography

Certified expert in OVI/DUI. Call the DUI guy. 42 years of experience.

We handle cases involving Pre-natel and Post-natel birth defects.

Certified expert in OVI/DUI. Call the DUI guy. 42 years of experience.

National Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney. 37 years of experience handling personal injury claims.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 80%

Certifed in Field Sobriety Tests, Blood and Urine testing. 37 years trial experience. Scientifically trained in breath testing machines and drug analysis. National Board Certified Trial Attorney. I have more skills and training than most prosecutors that is why I can obtain the best result for you.

50 years | 4,000 cases

80%
Personal Injury 15%

National Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney. 37 years of experience handling personal injury claims from fender benders to serious injury and death claims. I have extensive medical training and understand how to work with your doctors to obtain the best physical recovery possible. First we have to make sure to get the best possible medical attention and then obtain the best value for your claim. I have the best expert witnesses available to make sure you have the best results possible.

50 years | 5,000 cases

15%
Birth Injury 5%

Pre-natel and Post-natel birth defects including but not limited to, cerebral palsy, shoulder distocia, oxygen deprevation and hypoxic escemic encephalicpathy.

40 years | 15 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2018 2017
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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 49 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1976

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Patrick D. Quinn

2802 SOM Center Road, Suite 102, Cleveland, OH

ohduiguy.com

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Patrick David Quinn's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

104 Client Reviews

Showing 16 - 20 of 39 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Koti | November 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best OVI Attorney in Clevland

Patt is passionate about his profession. He diligently works to find the evidence and resources to support you in your case. He is very approaching and works with you to find the best possible solution. I was charged with an OVI & Reckless Driving which he was able to dismiss the OVI and came out fin...ally with Reckless Operation Only. A Big Relief . Thanks Patt

Posted by Michael | September 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Pat Quinn is the DUI Guy!

I was charged with OVI (with 2 priors), Refusal, and Speeding. It only took one court appearance and I plead guilty to Speeding, 2 points on my license and the automatic license suspension AND OVI were dismissed. I feel like I have a second chance to make sure this never happens again! Pat Quinn i...s the man!

Posted by Nick | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The Best DUI Attorney There Is!!!!

If you have received a DUI/OVI and are not sure where to turn, contact Patrick Quinn......immediately. I received an OVI at 4:00am on Memorial Day weekend and was due in court a few days later. Not sure where to turn, I started look online and learned that the only thing that most attorneys cared abo...ut was my financial situation if they even called me back at all. Speaking with some friends who had dealt with a similar issue, I was told to contact Patrick and he would have my OVI reduced. I was told that he was not cheap but he would provide the results that I needed. Since I drive for a living, a positive outcome was critical to my career and financial future. I called Patrick on Monday and he took the time to discuss my case and set expectations on what we would be dealing with as well as the cost. He price was reasonable, he was direct and honest and I agreed to move forward with his services. Let me be clear - he provided me with more service and better service than I could have ever expected. He knows everyone in the court system and has a great working relationship with the Judges and Prosecutors. He is highly respected and although he's very smart, he takes the time to help you understand what to expect as you move through the court process. He took every avenue to fight my case which was complex and did not look very promising since I did not perform a breathalyzer. After several court appearances, Patrick was able to have my OVI reduced - thus saving my job and career. If you are ever in need of a DUI/OVI attorney and you are fortunate enough to come across this article - the smartest thing that you can do (other than not drinking and driving) is to contact Patrick. I recommend that you do it quickly since time is of the essence - especially when you are dealing with an OVI. Good luck.

Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

July 2- Continued...

First off, this is the review after the court case was settled. Please refer to "July 2" for my initial review... On August 09, 2015, the court case was handled. I was originally pulled over for no display of front plate and OVI refusal. At Mr. Quinn's advice, I plead guilty to Physical Control (Min...or Misdemeanor) and was sentenced to pay the max fine. No points were assessed and my drivers license was restored. During this time, and after...my employer(s) were threatening suspension and/or termination, Mr Quinn went out of his way to file additional motions on my behalf to help secure my employment. Mr. Quinn was direct, very knowledgeable and effective throughout the entire process! He represented me extremely well and sought the best possible outcome for me in my situation! I would have liked to seen this whole matter dropped completely...but wouldn't we all? Mr. Quinn was right from the beginning...he told be to trust him and not to lose sleep over this...although I did (and still am), I now understand why he advised that! He is a great lawyer and I would say unconventional, in that he will do exactly what is required...even if it means a house call, after-hours call, additional court motions and extra time to see the matter through with you. Whenever I called him, his return phone calls were prompt and to the point. When motions needed to be filed, generally they were all same day! Mr. Quinn is an excellent lawyer and if you wind up needing an OVI Specialist and have a professional job (or not even)...this is the man you want representing you! Thanks Mr. Quinn for everything!!!

Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2015 | DUI & DWI

high tier OVI reduced to reckless operation

I was arrested for an OVI on July 26th, 2015 and enlisted Pat for legal defense. The circumstances of my case were bleak: I was pulled over for driving the wrong way down a one way street, bombed the field sobriety tests, and blew a 0.192 at the station which put me in the high tier OVI category. W...ith all of this, the state had a rock solid case against me. The only things I had going for me was that this was the first time I’ve been arrested, otherwise have a clean record, and was cooperative with the arresting officer. I’m in a very junior position in a field in which this type of charge can have huge consequences. I was looking at future with limited upward career trajectory, embarrassing public disclosure to colleagues and superiors of a conviction, and potential in-patient alcohol treatment costing up to $30,000 just to stay in the field. After researching a number of lawyers in the Cleveland area, I called Pat’s office. I first talked with his staff and explained my situation. Within 20 minutes of my call, Pat called me from his cell phone and we discussed my options. After looking into a few other lawyers I decided to go with Pat based on his stellar record and reputation in OVI defense. Later that day, Pat drove to my house and we sat down and discussed the situation and my options. Pat was very upfront about the outlook for my case (read: not good!). He recommended that we take a proactive approach to deal with things head on. I enrolled in a Driver Intervention Program (DIP) and took a voluntary alcohol and drug abuse assessment before my pre-trial hearing. Needless to say, I was very apprehensive going into the hearing. Pat was able to use his knowledge and reputation in the field as leverage and got my charge reduced to reckless operation. I paid a $1,000 fine to the court at the hearing and within 20 days of being arrested the matter was completely resolved. I took 4 points on my license, but I now have my driving privileges back in full, no record of any alcohol related charges, no party plates, nothing! This was the best possible outcome for me and went well beyond what I thought was plausible given my circumstances. When the judge read his sentence he cited Pat’s prowess and reputation in the field as one of the primary reasons for this deal with the prosecutor. Throughout all of our interactions Pat was nothing but a straight shooter. He didn’t sugar coat anything, but treated me with respect and took the time to explain what was happening and how we were going to deal with it. He even took my calls (sometimes late at night) to personally answer questions I had about my case. If you or someone you know ever find yourself in the unwelcome circumstances of being charged with an OVI in the Cleveland area, hire this man to defend you! You won’t find a lawyer with more knowledge of how to beat an OVI charge or more respect from those on the other side of the bench. Hiring Pat was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Because of him I can now move on with my life without having to live down a poor decision that I will never make again.

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Patrick David Quinn's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Quillin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Lash

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Pat. We've known each other for many years. We have collaborated on cases on many occasions. Pat is the best in his field."

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Daniel Williams

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pat is an experienced and passionate defense lawyer with a great reputation in the legal community. He fights hard for his clients and achieves the best possible results."

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Jeffrey Kakish

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pat represents his clients with the utmost passion and dedication. His experience within the Courts of Northeast Ohio is unmatched and his knowledge of the intricacies of DUI law is superb. Pat utilizes a very detail-oriented approach to each of his clients' cases and excels as an effective communicator. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer."

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Patricia Smith

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Pat is an experienced and talented attorney. I have worked with him on DUI/OVI matters and he is extremely competent. Pat works hard for his clients. He is also a member of the National College for DUI Defense and attends the seminars to continue to build upon his already polished skills."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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David Koerner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Thiel

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Pat is a great OVI attorney. He has seen it all and knows how to win. Great brief writter and fantastic infront of a jury. He has always been nothing but honest and trustworthy in every dealing I have had with him."

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Nathan Dineen

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pat is an excellent DUI/DWI attorney. He is a great person and fantastic attorney. I recently spent a week with Pat at the Axion Laboratories Seminar on DUI blood testing and solid drug analysis. Pat has the experience and technical knowledge necessary to represent anyone charged with DUI or drug possession. If I ever needed to refer a case in his area, I would not hesitate to call him."

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Joseph Hada

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Pat is very knowledgeable and works hard for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2014

DUI Defense Law Intensive, National College for DUI Defense

2014

DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

2014

Personal Injury Law-Plaintiff; Drunk Driving Defense, Lead Counsel

2013

Forensic Drug Analysis, Axion Training Institute

2013

Top 100 Lawyers, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2012

Forensic Chromotography, Axion Training Institute

2011

Instruction recognition/Handling First DUI Case, Law Review

2010

DUI Detection and Standarized Field Sobriety Testing, NHTSA

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Owner, Quinn Legal Associates Co., Inc.

2001 - Present

owner, Quinn Legal Associates Co., Inc.

1986 - 2001

Owner, Patrick D. Quinn Co., LPA

Associations

2007 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2006 - Present

Stella Maris-Chemical Treatment Center

Board Member

2003 - Present

National Board of Trial Advocacy

Board Certified Trial Attorney

1997 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Attorney Member

1989 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Member

1980 - Present

U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio

Attorney Member

1976 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Attorney Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Ohio v. Huffman

Jury verdict of not guilty

State of Ohio v. Schultz

There was a negotiated outcome of 120 days residential treatment at the Oriana House.

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Education

2018

NHTSA/Standardized Field Sobriety Test

certified instructor

2015

Axion Training Institute, Inc.

Forensic Chromatography VIII

2015

AXION Laboratory Blood Course in gas chromatography, liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry

Graduate

2013

Axion Training Institute, Inc.

Forensic Drug Analysis II

2012

Axion Training Institute, Inc.

Forensic Chromatography VIII: Theory & Practice

2010

Harvard University Law School

DUI Defense Law

2010

DUI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing

24 hour course

2008

National College of DUI Defense

Mastering Scientific Evidence

1976

Marshall College of Law

JD

1976

Cleveland State University

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

University of Michigan

BA/Political Science with distinction

Speaking Engagements

2017

Parma Bar Association

Field Sobriety Testing

2014

2014 Summer Session

DUI Defense

2011

Law Review CLE Handling First DUI Case

Languages

English

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