The Law Office of Seth R. Smith
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Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Newark, OH
3 of these firms are based in Newark; the others serve Newark from towns including Mt Vernon (22 mi), Reynoldsburg (22 mi) and Zanesville (24 mi).
3 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 7 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 23, 2026
The Meranda Law Firm
“I lucked into getting assigned Zach as a court appointed attorney for a felony charge back in 2012 and while my overall opinion of public defenders is not great- Zach is different.”
Calesaric Law
“Robert gave detailed information in regards to why he was recommending said advice, and his staff was very responsive as well.”
The Meade Law Group
“I am writing this review for The Meade Law Group, LLC to express my most sincere thanks for the most professional representation and experience you provided.”
Tabler Law Criminal Defense
“Dillagent professional and thorough very happy with the representation I received from Mr Richard tabler”
Giles Law Group
“Wonderful people who are willing and able to help you through tough matters.”
The 10 firms listed for Newark, OH defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Newark, OH
9 of the 10 firms on this page have a rating, from 3.8 to 4.9 across 661 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 7 are rated 4.5 or higher. 3 are open around the clock and 3 are open on weekends. Domain records put 5 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 3 offer urgent consultations and 3 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for all 10 of the firms on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 1 lists a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Why are firms outside Newark shown on this page?
3 of the 10 firms are based in Newark; the others come from other towns. In criminal work the courthouse matters more than the office address, so ask whether a firm appears regularly in the court holding your case.
Scott Wright, Attorney
“Scott is knowledgeable and was very helpful navigating us through our mother's estate during a very difficult time - thank you”
The Steward Firm
“This Firm was so Prompt and Professional”
Fox Law Office
“They never turn me down or away and always give me the best Advice i will always come back to Fox law .....”
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