Top Rated Ohio Criminal Defense Lawyers

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Ian Friedman is a Partner at Friedman & Nemecek, L.L.C.. He has earned a fierce reputation for successfully defending individuals and organizations in complex criminal and white collar matters. Based in Cleveland, he has served as counsel across O...

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation

The Real World Is Filled With Surprises, Your Legal Matters Shouldn't Be!

Rating: 6.7

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Rob is a former Hamilton County Prosector who is dedicated to helping his clients. He has limited his practice to DUI, criminal and Juvenile cases and is ready to assist you in your Ohio or Kentucky matter. Learn more about Rob below: Rob is a nat...

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Personal Injury and more

Bio: Frederick D. Benton, Jr. is a graduate of St. Joseph’s College and Capital University Law School. He is the principal of a law firm bearing his name. He is licensed to practice law in the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, U.S. District Co...

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Sex Crime and more

Bio: Brad Wolfe is the Founding Attorney of Brad Wolfe Law, L.L.C., a Cleveland-based criminal defense firm known for its strategic advocacy and unwavering commitment to protecting clients’ rights and reputations. The firm represents individuals and en...

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 4 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Drug Crime and more

Bio: Born and raised in Licking County, Attorney Seth Smith earned his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. He went on to graduate from Campbell University School of Law in Raleigh, North Carolina. On r...

Rating: 7.0

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: We know that a criminal indictment can profoundly impact your relationships, career and reputation. We have an unparalleled commitment to navigating each client through the criminal justice impact your relationships, career and reputation. We have...

Rating: 9.9

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice, Landlord & Tenant and more

Bio: I am from New York and grew up on Long Island. I graduated from Plainview JFK in Plainview New York. I worked at the Old Bethpage Village Restoration during summers while I was in undergraduate at GWU. After Graduation from GWU I was in a post gra...

Rating: 9.8

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Federal Crime and more

Bio: Berkman Gordon Murray & DeVan was founded nearly 60 years ago and has always been at the forefront of criminal, civil and constitutional litigation and appeals. In addition to criminal and white collar defense, we represent plaintiffs in personal ...

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Family and more

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Rating: 8.7

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Review: "It is hard to know where to begin with Atty Mark Gardner. Simply put, he's a stand up guy. Yes, he is trustworthy, responsive, knowledgeable and "present" in the case. More than that, I really did/do feel I can trust him with that which is most pr..."

Rating: 9.9

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime

Bio: For over 34 years, Mr. Jordan has dedicated his practice to defending individuals who have been charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes. He has represented clients charged with a felony in Cuyahoga County, Portage County, Geauga County, Lake Co...

Rating: 9.6

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Landlord & Tenant

Bio: With 20 years of experience in criminal defense, OVI/DUI defense and juvenile law, Jeff is uniquely prepared to aggressively pursue his clients’ interests. While specializing in the field of criminal defense, Jeff has successfully represented clie...

Rating: 9.4

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Car Accidents and more

Bio: I am a lifelong Ohio resident and attended law school at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. While attending law school, I had the opportunity to work with the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association and also with the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Of...

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Business and more

Bio: As the owner of Beck Law Office,L.L.C. I focus on protecting the rights of individuals through the legal process. The goal of this company is to translate complex and often intimidating legal matters into a manner that the client can understand an...

Rating: 9.7

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Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Sex Crime and more

Bio: Prior to law school, I worked in multiple legal environments including: intern at Clark County Prosecutor's Office – Appellate Division, Law Clerk at a small general practice firm, Regulatory Analyst, and Compliance Analyst in the Regulatory Compl...

Rating: 8.8

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