3 Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Cincinnati, OH

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11+ YEARS IN TBR
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WILLIAM R. GALLAGHER

ARENSTEIN & GALLAGHER
2115 Luray Avenue,
Cincinnati, OH 45206 Directions

Since 1987

Specialty:

Drug Crimes Drug Trafficking Manufacturing and/or Distribution Possession of Marijuana and Crack Cocaine Heroin Crystal Meth and/or Other Hard Drugs Conspiracy and Related Offenses Federal Drug Offenses Felony Habeas Corpus and Appeals Internet Crimes Juvenile Crimes Misdemeanor OVI/DUI Seal and Expungement Theft Crimes Violations of Probation Weapons Offenses White Collar Crimes Manslaughter or Murder Assault and Other Violent Crimes Arson Sexual Assault Drug Offenses Trafficking and Manufacturing Robbery Burglary Embezzlement Mortgage Fraud Insider Trading

"William R. Gallagher obtained his B.A. from the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, Illinois, and his Juris Doctor from the Chicago-Kent College of Law at the Illinois Institute of Technology. He served as a trial attorney in the Lake and Cook County Public Defender Offices in Illinois for over 8 years. Gallagher has defended clients in 13 capital murder trials across three states, securing outcomes in every case that spared them from the death penalty. He previously served as president of the Greater Cincinnati Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. He formerly served on the Board of Directors for the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and currently serves as Chair of the CLE Institute for the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. He is a founding member of the Ohio Innocence Project located at the University of Cincinnati Law School. William R. Gallagher is one of the attorneys at Arenstein & Gallagher, a firm with more than 60 years of combined experience defending individuals in Cincinnati and the surrounding communities against criminal charges. They are known for providing effective representation for clients in a full range of criminal matters. Contact Arenstein & Gallagher to book a free consultation.

2026 Update: William R. Gallagher has been providing criminal law service for over 38 years."

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NACDL, Champion of Justice Award in 2002
Received Heeney Award from the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL) in 2009

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9+ YEARS IN TBR
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ALEX DEARDORFF

THE LAW OFFICES OF STEVEN R. ADAMS, LLC
8 West Ninth Street,
Cincinnati, OH 45202 Directions

Since 2015

Specialty:

Murder/Manslaughter Drug Crimes Drug Trafficking Domestic Violence Juvenile Offenses OVI/DUI Felony Misdemeanors Expungements Sexual Assault Violent Crimes Burglary/Robbery Traffic Offenses Aggravated Assault Aggravated Robbery

"Alex Deardorff earned her undergraduate degree from Denison University and her JD from the University of Cincinnati College of Law. In 2018, she attended The National Criminal Defense Lawyers College in Macon, Georgia, a two-week trial school taught by some of the best criminal defense lawyers in the country. Alex Deardorff has many years of criminal law experience, which has given her an immense knowledge of Hamilton County's legal systems and operations. Following law school, Alex worked as a Municipal Attorney at the Public Defender’s Office. She knows the system from both sides and clearly understands the process of the police officers, the judges, the prosecutors, the victims, and now the defense and the accused sides. The Law Office Of Steven R. Adams is committed to protecting their client's rights, explaining your choices, and supporting your case's every move for your interests. They are focused on winning in the trial, preparing actively, and reaching the client's best result every time. Make a call to get an appointment with the Law Office of Steven R. Adams. They also serve in Anderson Township, Butler County, Brown County, Cincinnati/ Hamilton County, Clermont, Colerain Township, Highland County, Montgomery County, and Warren County.

2026 Update: Alex was recognized by the NACDA for her outstanding achievements in criminal defense."

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Bradley J. Groene - Cincinnati, OH Criminal Defense Lawyers
Bradley J. Groene - Cincinnati, OH Criminal Defense Lawyers
Bradley J. Groene - Cincinnati, OH Criminal Defense Lawyers
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BRADLEY J. GROENE

LUFTMAN, HECK & ASSOCIATES LLP
810 Sycamore Street, Floor 3,
Cincinnati, OH 45202 Directions

Since 2009

Specialty:

Alcohol Crimes Arson and Property Damage Assault Domestic Violence Drug Crimes DUI / OVI Juvenile Crimes Kidnapping and Abduction Manslaughter Public Nuisance Robbery and Sex Crimes Theft and Traffic Offenses Violent Crimes Weapons White Collar Crimes Driving with a Suspended License Vehicular Homicide Hit and Run Reckless Driving Moving Violations Burglary Eluding Driving without a License

"Bradley J. Groene is an award-winning criminal lawyer who specializes in handling criminal cases, including minor misdemeanors and serious felonies. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Business from Miami University of Ohio and a Juris Doctor from Northern Kentucky University. Bradley J. Groene has successfully represented clients charged with offenses ranging from minor misdemeanors to serious felonies. He is certified and trained by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to perform field sobriety tests that law enforcement officials typically conduct. Luftman, Heck & Associates LLP is led by defense attorney Bradley J. Groene, a compassionate and industrious legal advocate who has been practicing criminal law in the Cincinnati area for years. Groene has successfully represented clients charged with a wide variety of offenses ranging from minor misdemeanors to serious felony cases. If you have been arrested or charged with a crime, contact a criminal attorney to schedule a free consultation with a criminal lawyer near you.

2026 Update: Bradley J. Groene is a member of the NORML, National College of DUI Defense, National Trial Lawyers Association, Kentucky Bar Association and the Ohio State Bar Association."

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