When you are charged with a crime or are subject to a criminal investigation, you have a serious problem. Even if you believe you have done nothing wrong, you may have to fight to prove your innocence. Your reputation is on the line, and your liberty is held in precarious balance.

At Yavitch & Palmer, the criminal defense attorneys are known for their aggressive pursuit of justice and commitment to compassionate advocacy. Listed in Martindale-Hubbell’s Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, the firm focuses its practice on professional criminal defense for individuals and businesses. Skilled in forceful cross-examination and negotiation, attorneys have built a reputation in Columbus and throughout Ohio for top notch criminal defense.

When you seek the legal advice, Yavitch & Palmer will fully explain the legal process controlling your case. When you leave the office after a consultation, you will understand the charges and the consequences. To avoid confusion, you will be notified in writing of all required court appearances. Attorneys at Yavitch & Palmer work as a team, collaborating to bring more than 20 years of collective experience to building a strategy for your defense.

Practice limited to litigation and litigation related matters: hearings, trials and appeals, civil and criminal, in federal and state courts and agencies.

Representation may include commencing or defending actions, including all motion practice, hearings, trials and appeals, in areas including, but not limited to:

Criminal Law; Criminal Defense; Litigation; Federal Litigation; White Collar Crime; Tax; Public Corruption; Drug Cases; Fraud; Trial Practice; Money Laundering; RICO; White Collar Criminal Defense; Forfeiture Defense; Sentencing including U.S. Sentencing Guidelines; Appeals.

Civil Litigation; Commercial Litigation; Federal Civil Practice; Medical Malpractice; Trial Practice; Personal Injury; Accidents; Catastrophic Injury; Wrongful Death; Civil RICO; Torts; Federal Tort Claims Act; Appellate Practice; Complex and Multi-District Litigation; Constitutional Law; Business Litigation; Discrimination; Negligence; Premises Liability; Forfeiture actions.