Compare Ohio Criminal Defense Lawyers

Compare verified criminal law attorney profiles, read client reviews, and request free consultations across Ohio

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If you need legal help with criminal defense matters in Ohio, understanding the local legal landscape is the first step. Ohio attorneys handle cases involving felonies, misdemeanors, drug offenses, assault, theft, and white-collar crimes, and the state's specific rules — from filing procedures in Court of Common Pleas to applicable deadlines — can directly shape the strategy and outcome of your case.

Criminal cases in Ohio are prosecuted through Court of Common Pleas, with appeals handled by the District Courts of Appeals. Your constitutional rights apply, but Ohio's own rules of criminal procedure determine how the case unfolds in practice. Early representation is critical — the decisions made in the first days after arrest often define the trajectory of the entire case. The Ohio State Bar Association maintains standards for criminal defense practitioners in the state.

When selecting a criminal defense attorney in Ohio, consider their specific experience with cases like yours, their familiarity with Court of Common Pleas procedures, and their track record. The attorneys listed on this page serve clients throughout Ohio and have profiles that include their credentials, practice areas, office locations, and client reviews. Comparing multiple attorneys helps you find the right fit for your situation and budget.

Before you choose an attorney, it helps to understand the legal landscape. Read our complete guide to criminal defense law in Ohio to learn about filing deadlines, state-specific rules, and what damages or remedies may be available in your case. Then use the directory below to find and compare qualified lawyers across Ohio.

J. Reid Yoder - Attorney
J. Reid Yoder
0/5 (0 reviews)
DiCaudo, Pitchford & Yoder
 209 South Main Street 3rd Floor Akron OH 44308
(330) 762-7477
University of Akron (2003)
English
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Domestic Violence Juvenile Law
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Sarah Kovoor - Attorney
Sarah Kovoor
0/5 (0 reviews)
Kovoor Law, LLC
 PO Box 310 Warren OH 44482
(330) 974-1212
University of Akron School of Law (1996)
Bar #0069223
6th Circuit Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Civil Rights Criminal Law
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J.R. Bernans - Attorney
J.R. Bernans
0/5 (0 reviews)
Rittgers & Rittgers
 121 W. High Street Oxford OH 45056
(513) 524-5000
University of Cincinnati College of Law (2016)
English
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Cannabis & Marijuana Law Criminal Law Domestic Violence
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Geoffrey Lynn Oglesby - Attorney
Geoffrey Lynn Oglesby
0/5 (0 reviews)
Oglesby & Oglesby Lawyers At Law
 618 W Washington St Sandusky OH 44870
(419) 625-9500
English
Bar #0023949
Ohio Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Bankruptcy Business Law
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Mark W. Baserman Jr. - Attorney
Mark W. Baserman Jr.
0/5 (0 reviews)
Baserman Law Office
 45 S Monroe St Millersburg OH 44654
(330) 674-4300
Capital University Law School (2009)
Ohio Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Appeals & Appellate Business Law
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John M. Jurco - Attorney
John M. Jurco
0/5 (0 reviews)
John M Jurco, Lawyer at Law
 PO Box 783 St Clairsville OH 43950
(740) 296-9258
Ohio Northern University
English
4th Circuit Court of Appeals Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Bankruptcy Criminal Law
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Tad K. Brittingham - Attorney
Tad K. Brittingham
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Law Offices of Steven R. Adams, LLC
 9624 Cincinnati Columbus Road West Chester OH 45241
(513) 929-9333
Hanover College (2005)
English
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
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Loretta Riddle - Attorney
Loretta Riddle
0/5 (0 reviews)
Loretta Riddle, Attorney At Law
 614 Columbus Ave. Sandusky OH 44870
(419) 722-1932
English
Bar #63408
Michigan Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Civil Rights Consumer Law
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Ian Nathan Friedman - Attorney
Ian Nathan Friedman
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1360 E. 9th Street Suite 650 Cleveland OH 44114
(216) 928-7700
Cleveland State University (1994)
English
Ohio Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Communications & Internet Law Criminal Law
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Emily Huddleston - Attorney
Emily Huddleston
0/5 (0 reviews)
Emily Huddleston Law, LLC
 7577 Central Parke Blvd Suite 125 Mason OH 45040
(513) 341-9456
Bar #0079182
Ohio Bar
Active License
Verified
Criminal Law DUI & DWI
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Daniel Lee Bennett - Attorney
Daniel Lee Bennett
0/5 (0 reviews)
Daniel L. Bennett, Attorney At Law
 805 N. Limestone St. P.O. Box 2231 Springfield OH 45501
(937) 886-6130
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
Bar #0071965
Ohio Bar
Suspended License
Verified
Business Law Collections Criminal Law
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Bret Jordan - Attorney
Bret Jordan
0/5 (0 reviews)
Bret Jordan Co. LPA
 50 Public Square #1900 Cleveland OH 44113
(330) 541-1446
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (1989)
English
Ohio Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Family Law
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David C. Shook - Attorney
David C. Shook
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of David C. Shook
 3450 W Central Ave., Suite 326 Toledo OH 43606
(419) 720-0066
The University of Toledo College of Law (1987)
Federal Circuit Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Criminal Law Divorce
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Dwight Dean Brannon - Attorney
Dwight Dean Brannon
0/5 (0 reviews)
Brannon & Associates
 130 W 2nd St. Suite 900 Dayton OH 45402
(937) 228-2306
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University (1974)
Bar #0021657
Ohio Bar
Active License
Verified
Business Law Criminal Law Divorce
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Ronna Lucas - Attorney
Ronna Lucas
0/5 (0 reviews)
 4901 Hunt Road Suite 103 Cincinnati OH 45242
Capital University Law School (1994)
Illinois Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Collections
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Blake Paul Somers - Attorney
Blake Paul Somers
0/5 (0 reviews)
Blake P. Somers LLC
 311 Elm Street Suite 220 Cincinnati OH 45202
(513) 587-2892
Bar #0078006
Ohio Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law Divorce
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David Jay Sternberg - Attorney
David Jay Sternberg
0/5 (0 reviews)
Manning & Associates
 7547 Mentor Ave. Ste.301 Mentor OH 44060
4409426267202
The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
Ohio Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Business Law Civil Rights
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Natalie Laszcz - Attorney
Natalie Laszcz
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Natalie M. Laszcz
 1220 West 6th Street, Suite 203 Cleveland OH 44113
(440) 907-0445
Capital University Law School (2017)
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Domestic Violence DUI & DWI
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Kyle D. Tisdale - Attorney
Kyle D. Tisdale
0/5 (0 reviews)
Tisdale Law LLC
 573 S. High Street Columbus OH 43215
(614) 852-7812
English
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Business Law Criminal Law
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Scott Allan Pullins - Attorney
Scott Allan Pullins
0/5 (0 reviews)
 110 East Gambier Street Suite 3 Mount Vernon OH 43050
(740) 392-3505
Ohio University
English
Ohio Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Appeals & Appellate Business Law
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Scott Friedman - Attorney
Scott Friedman
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Scott J. Friedman
 1360 E. 9th Street, Suite 600 IMG Building Cleveland OH 44113
(216) 241-1007
Cleveland State University (2006)
6th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law Military Law
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Keith M. Melvin - Attorney
Keith M. Melvin
0/5 (0 reviews)
Micheli, Baldwin, Mortimer, McLendon, Whitacre LLP
 3808 James Court Suite #2 Zanesville OH 43701
(740) 454-2545
Capital University Law School (2013)
English
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Business Law Criminal Law
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Jonathan Todd Sinn - Attorney
Jonathan Todd Sinn
0/5 (0 reviews)
 300 South Main Street Suite 200 Akron OH 44308
(330) 431-0160
University of Akron (1991)
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law Domestic Violence
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Dr. Mark Bamberger - Attorney
Dr. Mark Bamberger
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Mark Bamberger Co., LLC
 The Mark Bamberger Co., LLC 140 East Broadway Avenue Tipp City OH 45371
(877) 644-0548
Capital University Law School (2003)
English
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Appeals & Appellate Bankruptcy
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Jay Perez - Attorney
Jay Perez
0/5 (0 reviews)
Jay Perez Law
 5930 Venture Dr., Ste D Dublin OH 43017
(614) 515-4950
Capital University Law School
Spanish
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce Immigration Law
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Mr. Jeremy Matthew Tomb - Attorney
Mr. Jeremy Matthew Tomb
0/5 (0 reviews)
Klein, Tomb & Eberly, LLP
 124 W Main St Troy OH 45373
(937) 339-3939
The University of Toledo College of Law (2002)
Federal Circuit Bar
Active License
Business Law Criminal Law Divorce
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David Engler - Attorney
David Engler
0/5 (0 reviews)
 725 Boardman Canfield Road Unit S3 Youngstown OH 44512
(330) 729-9777
Case Western Reserve University School of Law (1982)
English
Ohio Bar
Active License
Civil Rights Criminal Law Divorce
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Jesse E Knowlden - Attorney
Jesse E Knowlden
0/5 (0 reviews)
Cohen, Todd, Kite & Stanford, LLC
 250 E Fifth St Suite 2350 CINCINNATI OH 45202
(513) 333-5215
University of Cincinnati College of Law (2016)
English
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Criminal Law DUI & DWI
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James Patrick Tyack - Attorney
James Patrick Tyack
0/5 (0 reviews)
Tyack Law Firm
 536 S High Street Columbus OH 43215
(614) 221-1342
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law (2000)
Ohio Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Insurance Claims Medical Malpractice
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Benjamin Asebrook - Attorney
Benjamin Asebrook
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hanna & Fisher
 822 Oakwood Ave Napoleon OH 43545
(419) 599-1010
University of Dayton School of Law (2020)
English, Russian
Indiana Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Collections Consumer Law
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James S. Arnold - Attorney
James S. Arnold
0/5 (0 reviews)
Arnold Law Office, LLC
 8833 Chapelsquare Ln Suite C Cincinnati OH 45249
(513) 984-8313
Ohio Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Appeals & Appellate Business Law
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Roger Kirk - Attorney
Roger Kirk
0/5 (0 reviews)
 114 E 8th St Cincinnati OH 45202
(513) 651-2525
University of Cincinnati
English
Ohio Bar
Active License
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law Domestic Violence
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John Raymond Crilly - Attorney
John Raymond Crilly
0/5 (0 reviews)
 155 North Pardee Street Wadsworth OH 44281
(330) 336-6666
University of Akron School of Law (1995)
Ohio Bar
Active License
Bankruptcy Business Law Criminal Law
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Troy Wisehart - Attorney
Troy Wisehart
0/5 (0 reviews)
Kademenos, Wisehart, Hines, Dolyk & Zeiher Co., LPA
 6 W 3rd St Ste 200 Mansfield OH 44902-1200
(419) 871-8085
The University of Toledo College of Law (1988)
English
Ohio Bar
Active License
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Juvenile Law
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David Reuven - Attorney
David Reuven
0/5 (0 reviews)
 3681 Green Rd., Suite 410 Beachwood OH 44122
(216) 360-3000
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
English
Ohio Bar
Active License
Business Law Criminal Law DUI & DWI
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