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The Joslyn Law Firm

501 S High St · Columbus, OH 43215 · (614) 444-1900

Criminal DefenseOVI / DUIFelony DefenseMisdemeanorDrug ChargesDomestic Violence

The Joslyn Law Firm is one of Ohio's most active criminal defense practices, with over 15,000 criminal cases handled across Franklin County and statewide. Founder Brian D. Joslyn has been ranked a Top Criminal Lawyer in Columbus by Columbus CEO Magazine and nominated to the National Trial Lawyers Top 100. The firm focuses on OVI / DUI, drug charges, assault, theft, sex crimes, and federal criminal matters. Located in the Brewery District at 501 S High Street and answered around the clock.

15,000+ criminal casesTop 100 Trial Lawyer (NTLA)Top Criminal Lawyer (Columbus CEO)24/7 phone availability
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4.9
★★★★★
510+ verified client reviews
Overall
4.9
Results
4.9
Communication
4.9
Value
4.7
Editorial Verdict

Why Choose The Joslyn Law Firm?

The Joslyn Law Firm has built one of Ohio's largest criminal defense practices on volume and consistency. Over 15,000 criminal cases is unusual depth — the team has seen every Franklin County prosecutor, every common-pleas judge, and every plea-bargaining pattern. OVI / DUI defense is a particular focus, with the firm's stated goal being complete dismissal first, charge reduction second, and penalty mitigation third. Best fit if you've been arrested or charged with a state misdemeanor or felony in central Ohio and need a firm that knows the Franklin County system from end to end.

Practice Areas

Situations They Handle

OVI / DUI Defense Felony Defense Misdemeanor Defense Drug Possession & Trafficking Domestic Violence Assault & Battery Theft & Burglary Weapons Charges Sex Crimes Defense Federal Criminal Defense Juvenile Crimes Record Sealing / Expungement
Fees & Pricing

What You'll Likely Pay

The Joslyn Law Firm offers free initial consultations and works primarily on flat-fee engagements quoted up front. Complex felony or federal cases may use a phased fee structure. Phone consultations are available 24 hours a day.

$2,500–$15,000+
Flat fee (case-dependent)
Free
Initial consultation 24/7
The Team

Key Attorneys

Brian D. Joslyn, Founder & Lead Attorney

Brian D. Joslyn

Founder & Lead Attorney
Top 100 Trial Lawyer (NTLA) · 15,000+ cases · OVI focus · Top Criminal Lawyer (Columbus CEO)
Senior Criminal Defense Team, Trial Counsel

Senior Criminal Defense Team

Trial Counsel
OVI / DUI · felony · drug crimes · weapons charges · Franklin County practice
Federal Criminal Counsel, Federal Practice

Federal Criminal Counsel

Federal Practice
Federal indictments, drug conspiracy, white collar, sentencing advocacy
Client Experiences

What Clients Say

Client
Michael T.
OVI Dismissed · Franklin County
★★★★★
Pulled over near High Street after a night out. Brian's team challenged the stop and the breathalyzer calibration — case got dismissed before trial. Flat fee was clear up front, no surprises. Returned my calls fast.
Client
Jessica R.
Drug Possession · Reduced
★★★★★
Felony 5 drug possession charge. The firm got it reduced to a misdemeanor and arranged treatment in lieu of conviction. I kept my job and my record stays clean.
Client
Anthony G.
Federal Indictment · NDOH
★★★★★
Federal drug charge in the Northern District of Ohio. Joslyn's federal counsel built a careful sentencing package and got me a non-custodial result well below the guideline range. Saved my life.
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FAQ

Common Questions About This Firm

What's an 'OVI' in Ohio?
OVI stands for Operating a Vehicle Impaired — Ohio's term for what most other states call DUI or DWI. The legal limit is 0.08% BAC for adults (0.02% for under-21, 0.04% for commercial drivers). A first OVI is typically a first-degree misdemeanor with mandatory license suspension, a possible jail sentence of 3 days to 6 months, fines of $375–$1,075, and an SR-22 requirement.
Can an OVI charge actually be dismissed?
Yes — and it happens more often than people expect. Common defenses include unconstitutional traffic stops, improper field-sobriety test administration, breathalyzer calibration errors, blood-test chain-of-custody problems, and rising-BAC arguments. The Joslyn firm's approach is to challenge the stop, the test, and the arrest separately.
What does a flat fee actually cover?
The flat fee is quoted up front and covers all attorney work through resolution at the level you engage (e.g., trial-court representation through plea or trial). It does not typically include expert witness fees, lab testing fees, or appeals. The firm provides a written engagement letter with specifics.
Does the firm handle federal criminal cases?
Yes. Federal criminal practice is distinct from state criminal defense — different rules, different sentencing, different procedure. The firm has dedicated federal counsel for indictments in the Southern and Northern Districts of Ohio.
Where is the Columbus office?
501 S High Street, Columbus, OH 43215 — in the Brewery District just south of downtown. The phone (614) 444-1900 is answered 24 hours a day, every day. The firm also has Dayton and Cincinnati offices.

Quick Facts

Founded2008
Firm SizeMid · 10+ attorneys statewide
Fee StructureFlat fee (case-dependent)
Free ConsultationYes (24/7)
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Virtual AvailableYes
Service AreaColumbus, Dayton, Cincinnati, all OH counties
Client Reviews4.9 (510+)
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Office

Columbus Office: 501 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 444-1900

Recognition

  • ✓ 15,000+ criminal cases handled
  • ✓ Top 100 Trial Lawyer (NTLA)
  • ✓ Top Criminal Lawyer (Columbus CEO Magazine)
  • ✓ Phone answered 24 hours/day
  • ✓ Multi-office: Columbus · Dayton · Cincinnati