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    David Freeman Axelrod

    David Freeman Axelrod

    1.01 review
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 47 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "We retained this firm in 2010 and their work on our case was slow and they were very abrasive to the client and ignored repeated requests by the client to discuss the case with the family. The firm takes on cases in which they do not have knowledg..."
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    Markus Lee Moll

    Markus Lee Moll

    5.04 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: I have dedicated my legal career to protecting the interest and rights of those involved in domestic relations, juvenile, criminal, and civil matters. Throughout my career I have advised, and zealously advocated for clients on a broad range of per...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Bruce Steven Rutsky

    Bruce Steven Rutsky

    4.916 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: I have been practicing Law since 1983. I take great pride in helping my clients as we navigate the legal system. I am a lifelong Clevelander and am married with 4 children. I am a diehard Cleveland sports fan, the Guardians being my favorite. I ha...
    Rating:  9.5
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    Patrick Sean Leary

    Patrick Sean Leary

    4.39 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: Former County Prosecutor now protecting the rights and defending the freedom of the accused. After serving five years as an assistant prosecutor, I have devoted the last 11+ years of my career representing those accused of criminal charges and OVI...
    Rating:  8.5
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    Steven Larry Bradley

    Steven Larry Bradley

    4.04 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Steve is great lawyer. I was fighting 6 counts of felony 1 charges and I walked away with probation, no jail time . Steve has always been reachable I can text him or call he will respond back . If you’re fighting serious charges I would recommend ..."
    Rating:  9.1
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    Brian A. Smith

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    Brian A. Smith

    4.78 reviews
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    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    When the world is on your shoulders, I’ve got your back. Aggressive Defense.
    Rating:  7.1
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    Michael W. Bouldin

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    Michael W. Bouldin

    5.011 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    19 yrs experience in N.Ky. with prosecutors, courts & judges. Call today for Boone, Campbell, Kenton
    Rating:  10
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    Eric Christopher Nemecek

    Eric Christopher Nemecek

    1.01 review
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Rating:  10
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    Jacob Thomas Will

    Jacob Thomas Will

    4.25 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family
    Bio: Attorney Jacob T. Will is a solo practitioner located in downtown Canton, Ohio. He practices in Carroll, Stark, Summit, Tuscarawas, and Wayne County. Attorney Will graduated Magna Cum Laude from Seton Hall University in New Jersey in 2007. He then...
    Rating:  8.4
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    Stacy L. McGowan

    Stacy L. McGowan

    4.610 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Wills & Living Wills and more
    Bio: Criminal charges are serious and often very stressful. Please take a moment to look through my profile and qualifications. I'm a former prosecutor with more than 17 years of legal experience. Because of my previous experience I know exactly what t...
    Rating:  8.0
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    Kenneth Carl Martin

    Kenneth Carl Martin

    5.02 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Family and more
    Review: "Ken Martin handled my dissolution and I would highly recommend him. He explained everything to me and was always available to answer my questions."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Gregg Richard Lewis

    Gregg Richard Lewis

    4.915 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more
    Review: "Greg not sure if you remember me,but you represented me about 10 years ago for joint custody of my daughter Arianna Ross.Now i have a situation with my younger child,ineed custody changed from the mother Amber Ulery to me for school purposes the m..."
    Rating:  10
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    Vincent Italo Pacetti

    Vincent Italo Pacetti

    5.03 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Estate Planning
    Review: "DId a fantastic job for me. Very eager and followed up very promptly and professionally. I'd definitely hire him again for any legal needs."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Ronna S. Lucas

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    Ronna S. Lucas

    5.06 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Debt & Lending Agreements and more
    I will not shy away from vigorously advocating for my clients.
    Rating:  7.9
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    Amber Lynn Vangunten

    Amber Lynn Vangunten

    4.721 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI
    Bio: I have been practicing law for 26 years in Northwest Ohio. My office is located in the Sylvania area. I practice primarily in the area of criminal and OVI defense, family law and personal injury. I practice in a six county area including Fulton, H...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Issa M. Elkhatib

    Issa M. Elkhatib

    4.528 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 7 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I have the knowledge, resources, and passion to ensure that your legal issues are conducted suitably and assertively, especially if it advances to trial. I guarantee every one of my clients that I will zealously work and advocate for your interest...
    Rating:  7.3
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    Eric William Dysert

    Eric William Dysert

    4.996 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
    Bio: Practice focused solely on OVI/DUI Defense at Bret Jordan Co., LPA in Cleveland, Oh. Established practice in OVI Defense for the last ten years. I have successfully defended clients in every municipal court in Cuyahoga County--including outright d...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Anthony G. Rossi

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    Anthony G. Rossi

    5.01 review
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Juvenile
    Review: "Anthony went above and beyond for me divorce case. I could call/text him 24/7...every time he was there for me. I could not have asked for a better attorney to represent me."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Ian Andrew Weber

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    Ian Andrew Weber

    4.210 reviews
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Real Estate and more
    Review: "We have worked with Ian now for over 3 years. In MULTIPLE cases of different subjects. He has handled a child custody case, another case regarding a CPO order unrelated to child custody , and we currently hired him again for my opened case regardi..."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Joshua Guy Bedtelyon

    Joshua Guy Bedtelyon

    5.01 review
    Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Josh went above and beyond to assist me in legal matters during a tough situation. Always easily accessible and willing to listen to me. Would recommend 100% to anyone looking for a hard working attorney."
    Rating:  8.6
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