Top Rated Union, KY Criminal Defense Lawyers

36 criminal defense lawyers serve Union, KY. Compare the best based on 69+ reviews and detailed profiles. Related practice areas and nearby towns in Boone County are listed below.

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Union Has 36 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 69 Reviews

10747 Kimberly Dr, Union, KY

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Appeals, Criminal Defense

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1099 Ashton Ct, Union, KY

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 5 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Union, KY

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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9830 Melody Dr, Union, KY

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Government and more

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 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: 9.9

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (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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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 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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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 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: 8.8

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Burlington)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more

Review: "Didnt know what to expect when he came to the jail to see me before my court date. He seemed to know all the prosecutors and got me a much better deal than I expected. I got out of jail that day. I would definitley recommend this lawyer."

Rating: 6.8

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy and Debt, General Practice, Criminal Defense

Review: "I have trusted Michael Lyons to educate me and represent me concerning the law, my rights, and the ins and outs of child custody. He has helped me achieve many positive results in maintaining my rights and privileges as a father and has given me ..."

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Business and more

Bio: I graduated from Ursuline Academy high school in Blue Ash, OH in 2002, Northern Kentucky University in 2006, and Northern Kentucky University, Chase Law School in 2010. I have been practicing law in OH since 2010 and KY since 2011. I'm a member of...

Rating: 7.6

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

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

Bio: Michael A. O'Hara, PLLC, Attorney at Law distinguishes itself from other businesses in Northern Kentucky because of our experience, commitment and dedication. [Experience] -MichaelA. O'Hara hasbeen practicing law since 1994. he is licensed to prac...

Rating: 8.6

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Burlington)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more

Review: "Easy to work with and quick to respond. The explanation of the will and trust process was easy to understand and I feel more comfortable having completed it."

Rating: 6.4

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 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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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Drew Harris is an experienced trial attorney who focuses his practice on criminal defense at Busald Funk Zevely (BFZ Law). Prior to joining BFZ Law, Drew served as Chief Prosecutor for the Kenton County Attorney’s Office in Covington, Kentucky. In...

Rating: 7.3

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 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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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 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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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Burlington)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 24 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Rating: 6.9

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

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Criminal Defense Attorney near Union (Florence)

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

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Which Criminal Defense lawyers have been licensed the longest in Union, KY?

Wilbur Marks Zevely 53 years licensed
Edward G Drennen II 49 years licensed
Michael James McMain 44 years licensed
Claude Joseph Victor 42 years licensed
Teresa L Cunningham 37 years licensed
Michael W Lyons 37 years licensed
Keith Allen McMain 36 years licensed
William Gerard Knoebel 36 years licensed
Robert Kennedy McBride 32 years licensed
Kenneth Russell Kenkel 32 years licensed

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Which Union, KY Criminal Defense lawyers are newest to the area?

Victoria Lynne Vlasis 3 years licensed
Lindsay Nikole Foltz 4 years licensed
Courtney Marie Gerrein 5 years licensed
Jenna Lynn Waymeyer 6 years licensed
Cassandra Aileen Silebi 7 years licensed
Kyle Robert Knauf 7 years licensed
Matthew McDaniel 7 years licensed
Drew Cameron Harris 12 years licensed
Maria Kathleen Ante 15 years licensed
Jonathan Gregory Hart 17 years licensed

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Union, KY Criminal Defense Lawyers

Union Has 36 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 69 Reviews

Kenneth Russell Kenkel