1. Dominy Law Firm — Northwest Columbus & Dublin
Criminal defense only.
Dominy Law Firm handles OVI charges as part of a defense-only practice, from Farmers Drive.
2545 Farmers Dr, Suite 160, Columbus, OH 43235
The Best OVI Lawyers in Columbus (2026)
The best OVI lawyers in Columbus in 2026 include Dominy Law Firm, Huey Defense Firm for serious charges, Freeman & Lund, Riddell Law, and Maher Law Firm.
The list at a glance
| Firm | Office | Focus | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Dominy Law Firm | Northwest Columbus & Dublin | OVI | Clients wanting a defense-only firm |
| 2. Huey Defense Firm | Northwest Columbus & Dublin | OVI and vehicular homicide | OVI involving a crash |
| 3. Freeman & Lund | Brewery District & German Village | OVI | Students and Brewery District clients |
| 4. Riddell Law | Grandview & Dublin Road | OVI | Dublin Road clients |
| 5. Maher Law Firm | Grandview & Dublin Road | OVI | Dublin Road clients |
Ohio calls drunk driving OVI, operating a vehicle while impaired. An arrest often brings an immediate administrative license suspension, and the time to appeal it is short, so call a lawyer before your first court date.
2. Huey Defense Firm — Northwest Columbus & Dublin
Serious driving charges.
Huey Defense Firm handles OVI and vehicular homicide charges from West Henderson Road.
3240 W Henderson Rd, Suite B, Columbus, OH 43220
3. Freeman & Lund — Brewery District & German Village
Also handles Title IX matters.
Freeman & Lund handles OVI charges, and its Title IX work can help students facing campus consequences too.
772 S Front St, Suite 500-B, Columbus, OH 43206
4. Riddell Law — Grandview & Dublin Road
OVI within a defense practice.
Riddell Law handles OVI charges from Dublin Road.
1335 Dublin Rd, Suite 220A, Columbus, OH 43215
5. Maher Law Firm — Grandview & Dublin Road
A named-lawyer practice.
Colin Maher's firm handles criminal defense, including OVI, from Dublin Road.
1335 Dublin Rd, Suite 214A, Columbus, OH 43215
Frequently asked questions
How do I challenge an OVI license suspension in Ohio?
You can appeal at your initial appearance or within 30 days after it, under Ohio Revised Code 4511.197. The appeal doesn't by itself stop the suspension, and courts treat the deadline strictly.
Can an OVI be sealed in Ohio?
An OVI conviction generally can't be sealed in Ohio, which is a reason to get advice before pleading.
Can I drive after an OVI arrest?
You may be able to ask the court for limited driving privileges, depending on your record and the suspension. Ask a lawyer what applies.