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    63 criminal defense lawyers serve Independence, KY. Compare the best based on 158+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in Kenton County are listed below.

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    Jeffrey David Brunk

    Jeffrey David Brunk

    5.02 reviews
    The Brunk Law Firm, PLLC
    5294 Madison Pike, Independence, KY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "We needed to consolidate our debt and I was looking at some options. But first we had 3,000 to 4,000 to throw at it to get some of the utilizations down to possibly get a better rate. One is an instalment loan from last summer when our HVAC failed..."
    Rating:  7.9
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    Thomas Kurtland Kruthoffer

    Thomas Kurtland Kruthoffer

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    1954 Yale Ave, Independence, KY
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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    Carol Lavonn Risk

    Carol Lavonn Risk

    4.232 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Ft Mitchell)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice
    Bio: I dreamed of being a lawyer from a young age. I feel privileged to practice in a profession I love. I also feel privileged to use my law degree and skills acquired in the education arena too, as I am also a former Adjunct Professor at the Univerit...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Wesley Matthew Nakajima

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    Wesley Matthew Nakajima

    5.05 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Florence)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Serious Charges Demand Serious Defense, Call For A Consultation!
    Rating:  9.2
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    Michael James McMain

    Michael James McMain

    5.011 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Florence)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I began practicing law on October 14, 1981. I was in private practice until February 14, 1984 when I joined the law firm of Busald Funk Zevely. I became a partner with the firm in 1986 and have practiced with Busald Funk Zevely since then. I have ...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Aaron M Beck

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    Aaron M Beck

    5.07 reviews
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    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Crestview Hills)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Family and more
    We offer flexible evening and weekend appointments to better serve you. Call today so we can help!
    Rating:  10
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    Ryan Michael Beck

    Ryan Michael Beck

    4.36 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Florence)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Child Custody and more
    Bio: Experienced and aggressive representation in your time of crisis. For a free consultation call today. Ryan M. Beck is an award winning attorney recognized for his strong represation of clients and pursuit of defending their legal rights. Ryan grew...
    Rating:  10
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    Wilbur Marks Zevely

    Wilbur Marks Zevely

    5.03 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Florence)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 54 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more
    Bio: Wilbur M. Zevely is a partner in the Florence, KY law firm Busald Funk Zevely, PSC. He has practiced law since 1972. He concentrates his practice in criminal law, domestic relations, and DUI cases. He has defended thousands of clients in criminal ...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Kevin James Moser

    Kevin James Moser

    3.012 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Ft Mitchell)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: Kevin Moser is an attorney who practices primarily in all areas of Family Law and Criminal Law throughout Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana. Mr. Moser received two bachelor's degrees from the University of Kentucky in 2005, where he gradu...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Ryan J. Reed

    Ryan J. Reed

    5.02 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Fort Mitchell)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury
    Review: "Does an Amazing job, this is lawyer you can 100% count on. Helped me in more the one situation after multiple mistakes in my life. Helped me change my life around for the better my eyes are open now and I’m doing much better."
    Rating:  8.8
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    Marvin Allen Knorr

    Marvin Allen Knorr

    5.05 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Lakeside Park)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Wills & Living Wills and more
    Bio: I started my own practice because I wanted to help clients on my terms. I represent clients in Boone, Kenton, Gallatin, Grant, Pendleton, and Bracken Counties. I currently utilize a virtual office for the convenience of my clients, which means tha...
    Rating:  7.0
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    Douglas Jerome Hallock

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    Douglas Jerome Hallock

    5.01 review
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Fort Mitchell)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Debt & Lending Agreements and more
    Bio: I am an innovative, compassionate, and aggressive attorney and regulatory compliance consultant. I exhaust all efforts to maximize outcomes and recoveries while simultaneously remaining conscious of the mounting costs of litigation and dispute res...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Paul J Hill

    Paul J Hill

    5.01 review
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Fort Mitchell)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Paul is a lifelong resident of Northern Kentucky. He graduated from Covington Catholic High School, Northern Kentucky University, and Chase College of Law. Upon graduation from law school, Paul opened his law practice in 1992. Since that date, Pau...
    Rating:  6.7
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    Stefanie Lynn Durstock

    Stefanie Lynn Durstock

    5.02 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Ft Mitchell)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas: Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Family and more
    Review: "Stefanie, is the best lawyer I've ever utilized, as well as even observed! She was as passionate about my case, as though she were fighting for her own children/family! I literally trust her with my life, as my children ARE my life! Not only did s..."
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    Jeffrey John Otis

    Jeffrey John Otis

    2.65 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Florence)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Otis is the best Lawyer for Family and Criminal Court in KY! He's been remarkable for our family. We highly recommend him!"
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    Donald W. Aaron

    Donald W. Aaron

    4.611 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Florence)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: Donald is a native of Northern Kentucky and is active in the community Admitted to Practice Law All Kentucky counties All Ohio counties and municipalities Federal courts in Covington, Lexington, Cincinnati and Dayton Schools Attended Law: Universi...
    Rating:  7.1
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    Richard J Gangwish II

    Richard J Gangwish II

    3.02 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Erlanger)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Real Estate
    Review: "I retained Mr. Gangwish for help with a speeding ticket which could have led to license suspension, multiple points on my license, and significant insurance premium increases. With literally a days notice (though I don't recommend this!) Mr. Ga..."
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    James M. West

    James M. West

    5.08 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Ft Mitchell)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall Accident
    Bio: James M. West’s entire legal career (26+ years) has been focused on representing clients with Personal Injury and Criminal Defense in Northern Kentucky. Mr. West has been an insurance defense car accident lawyer for insurance companies (State Farm...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Larisa Ivanovna Schneider

    Larisa Ivanovna Schneider

    5.06 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Florence)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Divorce & Separation
    Bio: I was born in Russia. I am a graduate of Moscow State University (master's degree in law). I practiced law in Moscow and Moscow Region, Russia, for four years before moving to the United States in 1998. Law is my true passion. I went to law school...
    Rating:  6.7
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    Jonathan Gregory Hart

    Jonathan Gregory Hart

    4.515 reviews
    Criminal Defense Attorney near Independence (Florence)
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Child Custody and more
    Bio: Jonathan G. Hart is a partner at Busald Funk Zevely, P.S.C. in Florence, Kentucky. He concentrates his practice on criminal defense and family law, while also accepting cases in a variety of other practice areas. After graduating from DePauw Unive...
    Rating:  9.1
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