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Mark Edward Godbey Esq
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West Chester, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 28 years experience
(513) 777-1701 8050 Beckett Center Dr. Suite 322
 West Chester, OH 45069
Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, Business and DUI
University of Akron
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I am a native of Cincinnati and have been actively practicing law for over 22 years. We are a full-service law firm of five attorneys, representing clients and small businesses in a variety of matters, including auto accidents and other kinds of personal injury law, bankruptcy and debt consolidation, divorce and other aspects of family law, probate, estate planning, criminal and traffic cases, etc. We have offices in downtown Cincinnati, West Chester, Dayton and Florence, Kentucky. We offer a free initial consultation, affordable rates and payment terms. Our attorneys strive for the best legal results while also giving...
(513) 241-6650 708 Walnut Street
Suite 600
 Cincinnati, OH 45202
(937) 610-1800 120 West Second Street Suite 1600
 Dayton, OH 45402
Dr. Mark Bamberger Esq.
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West Chester, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 9 years experience
(877) 644-8181 9078 Union Centre Boulevard
Suite 350
 West Chester, OH 45069
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Capital University Law School
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Geologist turned attorney with almost a decade of hard-core legal experience. Experienced courtroom attorney with many years of valuable background in turn-key legal representation.
(877) 644-8181 PO Box 189
 Spring Valley, OH 45370
(877) 644-8181 The Mark Bamberger Co., LLC
140 East Broadway Avenue
 Tipp City, OH 45371
(877) 644-8181 41 East Main Street
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 Enon, OH 45323
Charles H. Rittgers Esq
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West Chester, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 39 years experience
(513) 932-9949 9100 West Chester Towne Centre Drive
Suite 205
 West Chester, OH 45069
Criminal, Arbitration & Mediation, Civil Rights and DUI
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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Michael Arthur Newland Esq
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Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 27 years experience
(513) 887-9595 30 N D St
 Hamilton, OH 45013
Free ConsultationCriminal, Domestic Violence, Juvenile and Traffic Tickets
Capital University Law School
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Jeffrey Steven Hale
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West Chester, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 12 years experience
(513) 785-0800 9078 Union Centre Blvd
Suite 350
 West Chester, OH 45069
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Northern Kentucky University
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We have been protecting the rights and interests of our clients since 2004. We provide affordable legal representation. Let us be a friend to guide you through the complex legal system.
(513) 248-1800 101 North Riverside Dr.
 Batavia, OH 45103
(513) 248-1800 4555 Lake Forest Dr.
Suite 650
 Cincinnati, OH 45242
Daniel Gehr Esq
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Fairfield, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 18 years experience
(513) 737-4347 1040 Symmes Road
 Fairfield, OH 45014
Criminal, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University
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Greg D. Porter
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Fairfield, OH Criminal Law Lawyer.
(513) 407-0000 526 Nilles Road, Suite 9
 Fairfield, OH 45014
Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, Consumer and Divorce
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Christopher Paul Frederick Esq
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Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 13 years experience
(513) 737-5100 304 N 2nd St
 Hamilton, OH 45011
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
The University of Toledo College of Law
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John Maurice Holcomb Esq
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Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Lawyer.
(513) 892-8251 6 S 2nd St
Suite 311
 Hamilton, OH 45011
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
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Ched Hagen Peck Esq
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Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 12 years experience
(513) 601-5189 616 Dayton Street
 Hamilton, OH 45011
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
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Experienced in Family Law, Divorce Law, and Criminal Defense, The Peck Law Office provides excellent representation at affordable rates. Schedule a free consultation today.
Andrew Tobergte
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Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 11 years experience
(513) 737-5180 229 Dayton St.
 Hamilton, OH 45011
Criminal, Insurance Claims, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
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Mark Anthony Conese Esq
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Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 34 years experience
(513) 737-7044 26 South 3rd St
 Hamilton, OH 45011
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Thomas W. Kidd Jr.
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West Chester, OH Criminal Law Attorney.
(513) 733-3080 8913 Cincinnati-Dayton Road
 West Chester, OH 45069
Criminal, Appeals, DUI and Personal Injury
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
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Zachary Oliver Zoz Esq
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Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Lawyer.
(513) 646-6979 20 High St
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 Hamilton, OH 45011
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Cassandra Ann Kontos-Rodriguez Esq
Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Lawyer.
(513) 892-3400 315 S Monument Ave
 Hamilton, OH 45011
Criminal, Immigration, Juvenile and Personal Injury
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Clem Pater III
Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Attorney.
(513) 867-1411 315 S Front St
 Hamilton, OH 45011
Criminal, Business, Divorce and Elder
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Damon Lee Halverson Esq
Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Lawyer.
(513) 867-1411 315 S Front St
 Hamilton, OH 45011
Criminal, Business, Divorce and Estate Planning
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John Willard Esq
Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Lawyer.
(513) 844-8181 6 S 2nd St
 Hamilton, OH 45011
Criminal, DUI, Personal Injury and Real Estate
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Jeffrey Wayne Bowling Esq
Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Attorney.
(513) 892-3400 315 S Monument Ave
 Hamilton, OH 45011
Criminal, DUI and Personal Injury
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Robert James Qucsai III
Hamilton, OH Criminal Law Attorney.
(513) 258-1991 20 High St
 Hamilton, OH 45011
Criminal, Business, Collections and Divorce
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Daryle C. Tibbs
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Cincinnati, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 7 years experience
(513) 793-7544 1329 East Kemper Rd.
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 Cincinnati, OH 45246
Free ConsultationCriminal, Estate Planning, Family and Probate
Capital University Law School and Xavier University
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Daryle C. Tibbs is a proud graduate of William Mason High School. She received her bachelor's degree from Miami University in 2006, her master's degree from Xavier University in 2007, and her juris doctor from Capital University in 2010. Daryle C. Tibbs received her Ohio license in May 2010 and her Kentucky license in May 2016.
Douglas Riddell Jr
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Mason, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 11 years experience
(513) 655-7240 7577 Central Parke Blvd
Suite 125
 Mason, OH 45040
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Juvenile and Traffic Tickets
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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Douglas Riddell's practice is devoted to defending clients facing DUI / OVI, traffic and criminal misdemeanor charges. With of years of experience practicing criminal defense in Central Ohio, he personally reviews, analyzes and implements a unique proactive defense strategy in each and every case that comes into to his office.
(614) 361-2804 1335 Dublin Road
Suite 220a
 Columbus, OH 43215
James Dearie Esq
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Lebanon, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 24 years experience
(513) 932-5529 12 E Warren St
 Lebanon, OH 45036
Criminal, Business, DUI and Juvenile
University System of Georgia - University of Georgia
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James A. Dearie has been a practicing attorney since 1993.  He has represented clients in civil, criminal, and traffic cases at all levels of the Ohio court system, including the Ohio Supreme Court.   He is an active member of the Ohio State Bar Association, the Warren County Bar Association, and the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Jim was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia.  In 1990, he graduated with honors from the University of Notre Dame, with a BA in Economics.  In 1993, he graduated with honors from the University of Georgia School of Law.  After graduating law school,...
Charles M. Rittgers
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Lebanon, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 6 years experience
(513) 932-2115 12 East Warren Street
 Lebanon, OH 45036
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Personal Injury
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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Charles M. Rittgers is a trial lawyer with a record of success in criminal defense, DUI, and injury cases. Charlie's record includes not guilty jury verdicts in numerous cases in which no plea bargain was offered by the prosecutor, including murder, DUI, and domestic violence. In injury cases, Charlie is willing to take cases to trial that most lawyers would settle. For example, despite having a $1,000,000 offer from an insurance company to settle a motorcycle crash case, Charlie and his client refused the offer, took the case to a summary jury trial, and received a verdict of $9,000,000. ...
(513) 932-7375 312 Walnut St. #1600
 Cincinnati, OH 45202
Brian Joslyn
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Cincinnati, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 6 years experience
(888) 872-7444 6808 Miami Ave. #300
 Cincinnati, OH 45243
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
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I firmly believe in the United States Constitution, particularly the rights afforded to every individual under the Due Process Clause of the 5th and 14th Amendments. It is not only my job, but also my life passion to uphold and protect those Constitutional rights. With these ideals in mind, I attended the Thomas Jefferson School of Law, where I gained the knowledge to support my passion for law. I refined my knowledge while working with several prominent law firms. However, it was my experiences working at a Public Defender's Office that grounded me and helped deepen my understanding of the...
(888) 872-7444 501 S High St
 Columbus, OH 43215
(888) 872-7444 10 W. 2nd St.
22nd floor, Suite 2
 Dayton, OH 43206
Steven Russell Adams Esq
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West Chester, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 26 years experience
(513) 755-6676 9624 Cincinnati Columbus Rd.
Suite 204
 West Chester, OH 45241
Criminal and DUI
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University
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Steven Adams, founder of The Law Office of Steven R. Adams, LLC, is the kind of Cincinnati DUI lawyer you want on your side when facing DUI/OVI charges. Before becoming a criminal defense lawyer, Attorney Adams served as an Assistant Hamilton County Prosecutor for eight years. Drawing from his experience as a former prosecutor, he knows how to strategically prepare cases because he developed an excellent understanding of criminal trials and how to effectively present criminal cases to a jury. He has argued in front of the Supreme Court twice and won a case 7-0! As a certified instructor in...
(513) 929-9333 8 West Ninth Street
 Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 737-6676 104 S. Beech St.
 Oxford, OH 45056
Charles Anthony McKinney Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 37 years experience
810 Sycamore Street, Third Floor
 Cincinnati, OH 45202
Criminal, Business, Civil Rights and Divorce
University of Notre Dame and Harvard Law School
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My passion is offering each client personal service in aggressively defending and protecting their rights. I provide the highest quality legal services that gives my clients reliable and effective representation in legal matters that arise everyday in the business context. I have the skill and experience to negotiate or go to trial as needed.
6730 Roosevelt Avenue, Suite 306
 Middletown, OH 45005
(937) 461-9000 118 West First Street
 Dayton, OH 45402
H. Leon Hewitt
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Cincinnati, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 16 years experience
(513) 731-4247 8044 Montgomery Road, Suite 700
 Cincinnati, OH 45236
Criminal, Bankruptcy, DUI and Traffic Tickets
University of Dayton School of Law
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H. Leon Hewitt has always had a passion to be of service to others. Over his 13 years of legal practice he recognizes that every case is different with its own set of problems but also its own set of solutions. Attorney Hewitt believes that listening is a skill that is key to helping clients achieve their goals. He will always be a fierce advocate in representing your case and believes in positive client outcome. Prior to entering the field of law, he worked for over twenty years as a licensed pharmacist. He has volunteered his time as a Big...
Matthew T. Dixon
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Middletown, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 16 years experience
(513) 422-4227 16 North Main Street
 Middletown, OH 45042
Criminal, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Probate
Mississippi College School of Law
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A Middletown, Ohio, native, Matthew T. Dixon is a graduate of Edgewood High School in nearby Trenton. He earned his undergraduate degree from his grandfather's alma mater, Mississippi State University, in 1996 and his doctor of jurisprudence, magna cum laude, from the Mississippi College School of Law in 2000. Prior to returning to his hometown, he was employed as the senior associate attorney at the law firm of Henley, Lotterhos & Henley, PLLC, in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing primarily in the fields of debtor/creditor law and insurance subrogation. Previously, he had assisted in criminal defense as a legal...
Joshua Adam Engel Esq
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Mason, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 21 years experience
(513) 445-9600 5181 Natorp Blvd.
Suite 210
 Mason, OH 45040
Criminal, Appeals, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence
Harvard Law School
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Engel began his career as a prosecutor in 2001 by serving as an Assistant District Attorney in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. In 2002, he moved to Ohio and took a position as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney working for Judge Rachel Hutzel in Warren County, Ohio. In Warren County, he handled some of the office’s most challenging and high-profile cases, including death penalty cases and cases featured on national news programs like 48 Hours. Engel rose to lead the office’s appellate division, where he not only handled appeals for the office, but was also called upon by state and national law enforcement...
222 E. Town Street
Suite 2W
 Columbus, OH 43215
Bridget Purdue Riddell
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Mason, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 9 years experience
(513) 655-7240 7577 Central Parke Blvd
Suite 125
 Mason, OH 45040
Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
Ohio State University - Columbus
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After graduating in the top of her class from the University of Notre Dame and then in the top of her class at the Ohio State Moritz College of Law, Bridget joined a major law firm in Columbus practicing business litigation. After five years of practicing in a big firm environment, Bridget joined Riddell Law. Bridget's practice focuses on DUI, traffic, criminal and appellate law.
(614) 361-2804 1335 Dublin Road
Suite 220a
 Columbus, OH 43215
Steven M. Runge Esq
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Franklin, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 41 years experience
(937) 746-6425 401 S Main St
 Franklin, OH 45005
Criminal, Business, Divorce and White Collar Crime
Ohio Northern University
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Serving clients in Warren, Butler and Montgomery counties for more than 41 years
Lisa Marie Wenzel Esq
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Mason, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 14 years experience
(513) 260-3635 7588 Central Parke Boulevard
Suite 127
 Mason, OH 45040
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI and Family
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University
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Lisa Wenzel, criminal defense attorney in Ohio and Kentucky, understands your worries and frustrations. Due to her extensive training and experience in criminal law, she knows exactly what's needed to defend your case successfully, and she has the passion and caring to make sure your rights are fully protected.
(859) 491-3399 300 Madison Avenue
Suite 200
 Covington, KY 41011
Arthur J. Southard
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Cincinnati, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 4 years experience
(513) 441-7770 1219 Sycamore Street
 Cincinnati, OH 45202
Criminal, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Personal Injury
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University
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Daniel Edward Haughey Esq
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Oxford, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 17 years experience
(513) 524-5000 121 W High St
 Oxford, OH 45056
Free ConsultationCriminal, Business, Juvenile and Personal Injury
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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Dan Haughey is a Warren County lawyer who proudly represent clients throughout southwest Ohio in matters of criminal defense, personal injury, and business law. Partner at Haughey & Niehaus, Dan brings exceptional insights to every case he handles. As a former prosecutor, he is backed by the insider knowledge to craft a proactive defense for his clients, even in tough felony cases. As he has been elected to the office of part-time judge, his extensive legal experience has proven invaluable in his personal injury and business law practice. Contact his Warren County law firm 24/7 to find trusted legal answers.
(513) 234-0576 516 West Main Street
 Mason, OH 45040
Gabriel P. Moorman
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Lebanon, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 6 years experience
(513) 228-6024 212 N. Broadway Street
 Lebanon, OH 45036
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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Compassionate, knowledgeable legal representation. Top 40 Under 40 Super Lawyers Rising Star Mr. Moorman is a Beavercreek native and a graduate of Carroll High School. He practices in the areas of Family Law (Domestic Relations) and Criminal Defense. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Dayton, where he was awarded the President's Scholarship and was named to the Dean's Honors List. Gabe attended law school on a merit scholarship at the University of Cincinnati, College of Law, where he was named to the Dean's Honors List. While at UC, Gabe was president of the Intellectual Property Legal Society and a...
David Edward Ernst
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Lebanon, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 32 years experience
(513) 932-2214 11 S Broadway St
 Lebanon, OH 45036
Criminal, Bankruptcy, Family and Personal Injury
University of Dayton School of Law
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Ernst & Associates is an established and well-regarded firm representing a broad spectrum of clients, from major corporations to family-owned businesses throughout Ohio’s southwest counties. With more than 25 years of experience in family law matters, Ernst & Associates is known in the legal and client community as a firm whose team of talented attorneys offers dedicated, innovative and cost-effective legal services.
Stephanie Franxman
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Cincinnati, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 2 years experience
(513) 322-5746 1427 Main Street, Apartment 5
 Cincinnati, OH 45202
Criminal
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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Through proactive use of the law, I work to reduce exposure to legal risks. I partner with small business owners to plan for the future of the business, ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, improve results with vendors and contractors, and reduce exposure to expensive law suits. You can improve longevity, stability, and long-term profitability by taking the necessary steps to properly protect your business. I strive to meet the needs of small businesses by providing affordable services. Initial consultations are free so please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or want to...
Joseph Candito Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Criminal Law Attorney. 30 years experience
(513) 891-5666 9403 Kenwood Rd
Suite A-106
 Cincinnati, OH 45242
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Probate
University of Dayton School of Law
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For over 28 years, Joseph Candito has been providing effective and compassionate legal representation to individuals and families in Hamilton, Clermont, Butler and Warren Counties. My primary practice is in Probate, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Criminal, and Family Law; and have experience in a wide variety of legal issues including but not limited to Small Business Incorporation, Residential Real Estate Practice and Personal Injury matters. We are a full service general practice firm.
Erik Niehaus
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Mason, OH Criminal Law Lawyer. 12 years experience
(513) 234-0576 516 West Main Street
 Mason, OH 45040
Free ConsultationCriminal, Family and Personal Injury
Northern Kentucky University
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Erik Niehaus is a Warren County attorney who proudly serves clients across southwest Ohio in criminal defense, labor, and family law. Partner at Haughey & Niehaus, Erik is backed by extensive insights into the legal system. He served as a Miami University police officer before going on to serve for more than fifteen years at West Chester PD, where he eventually rose to the rank of police chief. During his service in law enforcement, Erik earned his J.D. He now provides insightful, skilled representation for clients facing criminal charges, business disputes, or divorce and custody issues. Call today!

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Whether you are under police investigation, have been arrested, or are facing charges, having an advocate familiar with the criminal justice system.

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