Transparent Flat-Rate Legal Fees | Ohio Criminal Defense

Clear Financials. Straightforward Defense.

Quality legal defense requires resources, time, and relentless preparation, but you should never have to guess what protecting your freedom will cost. I operate with complete financial transparency so we can focus immediately on defending your rights, not arguing over monthly legal bills.

Unlike traditional law firms that demand an open-ended "retainer" and bill you by the hour for every phone call or email, I operate on a predictable flat-rate model. All flat fees represent the complete cost of your direct legal representation—including trial.

Standard Criminal Defense Estimates

The following schedule outlines my standard flat-rate fees for criminal defense representation across Ohio. Because no two cases are identical, these are typical estimates. We will confirm your exact fee during our initial consultation.

  • Minor Misdemeanor- $1000

  • Misdemeanor 4 -(M4): $1500

  • Misdemeanor 3-(M3): $1500

  • Misdemeanor 2 -(M2): $1500

  • First-Degree Misdemeanor (M1): $1,750

  • First-Offense OVI: $2,000

  • Felony 5 (F5): $3,000

  • Felony 4 (F4): $4,000

  • Felony 3 (F3): $5,000

  • Felony 2 (F2): $7,500

  • Felony 1 (F1): $10,000

  • Major Drug Offender (MDO): $15,000

  • Murder: $20,000

Understanding Your Scope of Representation

When you hire my firm, your flat fee guarantees direct representation from arraignment through the conclusion of a jury trial.

Your Flat Fee INCLUDES:

  • Direct Attorney Access: All client communication, phone calls, and case strategy meetings directly with me.

  • Independent Investigation: Reviewing discovery, analyzing police reports, and breaking down bodycam/dashcam footage.

  • Motion Practice: Drafting, filing, and litigating all pretrial motions, including Motions to Suppress evidence.

  • Court Appearances: My representation at all arraignments, pretrial hearings, status conferences, and trial proceedings.

Your Flat Fee DOES NOT INCLUDE:

  • Court Costs & Fines: Any mandatory fines, court costs, or restitution ordered by the judge.

  • Third-Party Expenses: Fees required to hire outside experts, private investigators, accident reconstructionists, or specialized forensic testing.

  • Appeals: Appellate representation is a separate legal process and is not included in the trial-level flat fee.

Statewide Reach with Local Accessibility

We maintain physical office presences in the Stark County area and near Lucas County. I provide defense representation across all 88 Ohio counties.

Travel Adjustments: For cases requiring representation outside of our standard regional jurisdictions, a flat, transparent travel fee may be quoted upfront to account for transit time and distance. You will never be hit with surprise mileage or travel bills after representation begins.

Secure Your Defense Today

We fight for your future, and we do it with total financial clarity. We reserve the right to adjust these baseline quotes based on extraordinary case complexity, but you will always know your exact financial commitment before you sign a contract.

Call 24/7 for you free consultation 330-265-6016