3 Best DWI & DUI Lawyers in Columbus, OH

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SHAWN RICHARD DOMINY

DOMINY LAW FIRM, LLC
7716 Rivers Edge Drive, Suite B,
Columbus, OH 43235

Since 1997

Specialty:

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence (OVI) Drugged Driving First Offense Repeat Offenses Vehicular Homicide Vehicular Assault Misdemeanor Drug Offenses Traffic Ticket Defense felony offenses Criminal Record Expungement

"Shawn Richard Dominy completed his Bachelor of Arts at Ohio State University and Juris Doctor at Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. He is the past president of the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the state delegate to the National College for DUI Defense, and a founding member of the National DUI Defense Lawyers Association. He is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Central Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Columbus Bar Association, Delaware County Bar Association, and Ohio State Bar Association. Shawn Dominy is a leader in the areas of DUI/OVI defense and serious vehicular crime defense. He is the author of the Ohio DUI/OVI Guide, the Ohio Vehicular Homicide Guide, and the Ohio Vehicular Assault Guide. He also wrote a section of "Defending DUI Vehicular Homicide Cases" (2012, West/Aspatore) and contributed a section of " Drunk Driving Defense, 8th Edition" (2021, Walters Kluwer). His magazine articles have been featured in state and national publications. Dominy Law Firm defends clients charged with DUI/OVI and serious vehicular crimes in Columbus, Ohio, and central Ohio. Dominy Law Firm, LLC uses flat fees, so clients know the exact amount of the fees at the outset.

2026 Update: Dominy Law Firm, LLC provides telephone consultation at no charge. Shawn Dominy practices DUI/OVI defense in courts throughout central Ohio. He practices in Municipal Courts, Common Pleas Courts, and Mayor’s Courts."

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Shawn Dominy is named as 'Top Lawyers' in the area of DUI defense in the Columbus CEO Magazine list of the Top Lawyers in Columbus, Ohio
License #0068108

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DOUGLAS RIDDELL

RIDDELL LAW LLC 1335 Dublin Road, Suite 220a,
Columbus, OH 43215 Directions

Since 2005

Specialty:

DUI/OVI Speeding Tickets Traffic Violations Underage Drinking Resisting Arrest Reckless Driving Theft Criminal Damaging Disorderly Conduct Domestic Violence Drug Crimes and Paraphernalia Fraud Juvenile Crimes Hit Skip Probation Violation and Vandalism Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana First Offense High Test OVI/DUI Penalties Second Offense DUI/OVI Penalties Misdemeanor DUI/OVI Careless Driving License Suspension License Revocation Drunk Driving Field Sobriety Test

"Douglas Riddell is the founder of Riddell Law LLC. He completed his JD at the University of Cincinnati. He is a member of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association, Columbus Lawyer Finder, Columbus Bar Inc., Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Columbus Bar Association, and Ohio State Bar Association. Douglas's practice area concentrates on criminal defense, including DUI/OVI, misdemeanor, and traffic charges. His experience also includes representing clients in county, municipal, and mayor's courts throughout Ohio, facing OVI, traffic, and criminal charges. Douglas's pragmatic, proactive strategic approach has helped numerous clients achieve favorable results in their criminal and traffic cases. As an experienced Ohio OVI attorney, he represents clients facing drunk driving charges throughout Ohio. Riddell Law LLC is a well-known law firm in Columbus, Ohio. Having handled thousands of cases in and around Columbus, the firm has the local experience you need to fight your case. If you face charges in a Columbus-area mayor's or municipal court, they can help. Schedule a free consultation at Riddell Law LLC.

2026 Update: Douglas Riddell completed the DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) Practitioner Course, having been trained under the approved curriculum developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)."

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Top Lawyers in Columbus by Columbus CEO Magazine in 2017
License #0079839

Price:

Most Duiovis:
Starts From $900
Up To $1500
Most Speeding Tickets In Franklin County (Columbus): $150
Failure To Control Traffic Accident:
Starts From $200
Up To $400
Driving On A Suspended License:
Starts From $175
Up To $500
Hit Skip (Leaving The Scene Of An Accident):
Starts From $250
Up To $500
Most Commercial Trucking (Cdl) Violations:
Starts From $200
Up To $400
Domestic Violence:
Starts From $650
Up To $850
Most Other Misdemeanor Charges:
Starts From $250
Up To $850

Contact:

(614) 361-2804 (614) 381-2804

Mon-Fri: 7am - 7pm
Sat & Sun: 7am - 5pm

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ADAM BURKE

625 City Park Avenue, Suite 200A,
Columbus, OH 43206 Directions

Since 1999

Specialty:

Driving Under the Influence Operating a Vehicle Impaired Drug Offenses Assault and Battery Domestic Violence Theft Federal Crimes Blood Alcohol Tests OVI Offenses OVI Penalties Driving Privileges Felony DUI Drinking and Driving Aggravated Vehicular Homicide Driving on a Suspended License Drug Offenses White Collar Crime Trafficking Violent Crimes

2026 Update: Adam Burke is passionate about defending the rights of men and women facing criminal charges. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the Ohio State University and his Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School. His practice is built on a strategic, client-centered approach. Every case is carefully analyzed to identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case and develop a strong, tailored defense. He earned the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for achieving the highest grade in the Criminal Law Course taught by the renowned former Professor and Criminal Defense Attorney Max Kravitz. He has conducted more than 50 trials. He prioritizes clear communication, ensuring clients fully understand their options and feel confident throughout the legal process. He works with a team of specialized legal professionals, including paralegals, investigators, and expert witnesses, to build strong defense strategies. He represents clients in federal and state courts in Columbus, Ohio, and surrounding areas. He is licensed to practice law in the Supreme Court of Ohio, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio and the Supreme Court of the United States. He manages urgent or time-sensitive cases by prioritizing immediate action, quickly reviewing critical details, and developing a rapid response strategy. He provides regular case updates through email, phone calls, and client meetings on a weekly basis. He offers a free initial consultation of up to 30 minutes.

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License #12356

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(614) 280-9122

Open 24 Hours

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