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  • "Matt has represented a couple of my friends with GREAT RESULTS! He is very knowledgeable in all aspects of DUI law, and I think he is the best DUI attorney in the city of Cincinnati! Matt is always on time, and very east to get in contact with!"
    -Patrick, Client
  • "I would recommend Matt to anyone needing representation in traffic matters, serious or less serious, because of his experience, knowledge and especially his ability to work with all parties involved to get the best outcome for his client. He doesn't just take the first deal offered, he keeps working to get the best deal."
    -Mark, Client
  • "I have been referring Ohio criminal cases to Matthew for a number of years and the results are always the same: greater than expected. Matthew is a fine attorney who will go the extra mile for his clients."
    -Ed, Attorney
  • "Over the years I have known Matt to be an outstanding lawyer. He is smart and extremely creative and his clients are well served by his representation. Matt is one of the top notch lawyers in our community who I call upon when I need a second opinion myself."
    -Rich, Attorney
  • "Matt is a true expert in the field of OVI defense. He knows the law inside and out. He keeps himself up to date on the requirements of law enforcement in performing field sobriety test. I have recommended him to many friends. He gets the best results possible for each situation."
    -Mark, Client

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Matthew T. Ernst, Attorney at Law
212 West 8th Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202


Phone: 513-655-5226
Toll Free: 866-673-3179
Fax: 513-579-9595
Cincinnati Law Office

Cincinnati Criminal Defense Lawyer

Aggressive Criminal Defense · Call Now. Phone Answered 24/7.

Ohio imposes serious criminal sanctions for operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI) or driving under the influence (DUI) conviction. Mandatory penalties can include incarceration, fines and a shattered reputation. If you are facing OVI/DUI charges, as well as other criminal charges, do not take the situation lightly. It is important to take these charges seriously and to work with an experienced Cincinnati criminal defense attorney.

At the law office of Matthew T. Ernst, Attorney at Law, we provide aggressive, strategic criminal defense. We explore every aspect of a case, using our more than 15 years of experience to uncover any weakness in the prosecutor's case. Then we craft the most effective strategy based on the case before us. In some cases, we can talk with the prosecutor and get charges reduced or dropped before the trial even starts, other cases involve intelligent plea bargaining and some cases involve aggressive trial representation.

"My clients do not underestimate the seriousness of the charges they are facing. Neither do I. If you are facing OVI or other criminal charges, I can provide smart, aggressive criminal defense." ∙ Matthew T. Ernst, Attorney at Law

We defend clients throughout Ohio against OVI/DUI, traffic violations, and other criminal law charges. Do not take your charges lightly. Too much is at stake. Work with a distinguished, experienced OVI lawyer who can help you minimize the consequences of the criminal charges you are facing.

Hamilton County DUI/OVI Drunk Driving Attorney Serving Clients in:

Hamilton County · Butler County · Clermont County · Warren County · Preble County · Montgomery County · Greene County · Clinton County · Brown County

We offer free initial consultations. If you are facing criminal charges and you need to talk with a lawyer about your legal rights and options, you can talk with attorney Matthew T. Ernst, free of charge. We meet with clients on evenings and weekends to meet their needs. We have parking in our lot, and we pay for parking in the large lot next-door. Call 513-655-5226 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation.