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Andrew H. Stevenson

Andrew H. Stevenson

Criminal Defense Attorney

Andrew H. Stevenson is a dedicated criminal defense attorney who takes pride in defending his clients and valuing their trust. Specializing in criminal defense, particularly sexual assault allegations, he has successfully handled cases including rape, murder, robbery, kidnapping, and Title IX defense for young men. His practice also encompasses OVI charges and vehicular homicide.



He has extensive expertise in forensic sciences, including DNA evidence, sexual assault examinations, and toxicology, and he regularly consults and lectures on these topics. Certified by the Ohio Supreme Court as Lead Trial Counsel in death penalty cases, he also serves on the board of the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (OACDL). Notably, he has been a National Trial Lawyers Top 100 member since 2013 and is a graduate of NACDL’s National Criminal Defense College.

  • Education
  • Memberships
  • HONORS / AWARDS
  • Community Involvement

Education

  • National Criminal Defense College, Mercer, GA – 2013
  • University of California, Hastings College of the Law, San Francisco, California, J.D. – 1992
  • Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana Ph.D. – 1997 (Sociology/Criminology)
  • Miami University, Oxford, Ohio – 1989 (B.S. Economics)

BAR ADMISSIONS

  • Ohio, 1992
  • Indiana, 1993
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana, 1993
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio, 2021

Memberships

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS

  • President, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2009
  • Board of Directors, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, 2002 – Present
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Member, 2003 – Present
  • Fairfield County Bar Association
  • Athens County Bar Association

SPECIAL LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

  • Lead Counsel Trial Attorney in Death Penalty cases. Certified by the Ohio Supreme Court, 2014 – Present
  • Lead Counsel Rated in Criminal Law. Awarded by Lead Counsel Review Board, 2015 – Present
  • Administration of standardized field sobriety tests, Certified by NHTSA, 2013

HONORS / AWARDS

HONORS / AWARDS

  • Top 100 National Trial Lawyers, 2012 – Present
  • America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys, 2015 – Present
  • Nations Top 1% Attorney, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel, 2021- Present
  • SuperLawyers 2022 – Present
  • Top 10 National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys (Ohio), 2015 – Present
  • 10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys (Ohio), 2017 – Present
  • Best Attorneys of America, Lifetime Charter Member, Rue Ratings’
  • Client Satisfaction Award from the American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys, 2015 – Present
  • Elite Lawyer, 2022 – Present
  • Best of the Best Attorneys, 2020
  • Columbus CEO Magazine Top Lawyer Criminal Defense 2015, 2016
  • Rated 10.0 (Superb) as a Top Attorney, criminal defense, on AVVO

Community Involvement

RADIO SHOW – Law & Society

  • Miranda Rights and Talking to the Police
  • Searches, Search Warrants and Probable Cause
  • OVI Physical Control and Refusals
  • Plea Bargains, Pleas and What Makes a Deal “Good”
  • Sexting and Sex Offender Registration
  • Intent and Character Evidence
  • Cell Phones and Law Enforcement
  • Opiates, Amnesty and Issue 1
  • Complicity and the Bystander Effect

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

  • “A Lawyer’s Guide to Understanding and Challenging DNA Evidence in Criminal Cases and Legal Ethics and Conflicts.” Ohio State Bar Association – Columbus, Ohio 2016.
  • “An Introduction to DNA Evidence.” Ohio State Bar Association – 2017.
  • “A Lawyer’s Guide to Understanding and Challenging DNA Evidence in Sex Cases.” Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Salt Lake City, Utah, 2015.
  • “Understanding and Challenging DNA Evidence in Criminal Cases.” Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Attorney’s Annual Death Penalty Seminar – Columbus, Ohio 2014.
  • “How to Effectively Challenge DNA Evidence.” Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Attorney’s Annual Death Penalty Seminar – Columbus, Ohio 2013.
  • “A Lawyers Guide to Understanding DNA Evidence.” Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Attorney’s Annual Death Penalty Seminar – Columbus, Ohio 2012.
  • “A Lawyers Guide to Understanding DNA Evidence.” Greater Cincinnati Criminal Defense Lawyers – 2013.
  • “Jury Selection Techniques.” Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – 2010.
  • “The New Criminal Rule 16 Discovery.” FCBA – 2010.
  • “A Defense Attorney’s Perspective On How Parents Can Protect Their Teenagers From Themselves.” Ohio University, Lancaster Campus – 2017.
  • “Cellphone Friend or Foe: A Defense Attorney’s Perspective on Your Most Personal Possession.” Lancaster Ohio Rotary – 2015.
  • “Your Rights and How Not to Have to Use Them.” Fairfield Union High School – Canal Winchester, Ohio 2015.
  • “Your Rights and How Not to Have to Use Them.” Bloom-Carroll High School – Carroll, Ohio 2015.
  • “Cellphone Friend or Foe: A Defense Attorney’s Perspective on Your Most Personal Possession.” Athens Ohio Rotary – 2015.
  • The Role of Self-Control in Delinquency. University of Michigan Press, 1997.

Nationally Recognized

America's Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys
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With extremely high standards for selection to America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys, less than one-half percent (0.5%) of active attorneys in the United States will receive this honor – truly the most exclusive and elite level of Criminal Defense attorneys in the community.
NADC Nations Top 1%
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The National Association of Distinguished Counsel is dedicated to promoting the highest standards of legal excellence. Members are vetted by a research team, a blue-ribbon panel of attorneys, and a judicial review board. Only the Top One Percent of attorneys in the United States are awarded membership in NADC.
NACDA Top 10 Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney
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With extremely high standards for selection to America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys, less than one-half percent (0.5%) of active attorneys in the United States will receive this honor – truly the most exclusive and elite level of Criminal Defense attorneys in the community.
The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers
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The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 is an invitation-only professional organization composed of the premier trial lawyers from each state or region who meet precise qualifications as civil plaintiff and/or criminal defense trial lawyers.
Super Lawyers
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Super Lawyers® recognizes lawyers with exceptional professional achievement and outstanding peer recognition. Attorneys are evaluated on 12 separate factors ranging from years of experience to verdicts & settlements. No more than five percent of attorneys in a particular state and practice area are selected for inclusion.

What Clients Are Saying

His dedication, his relentless attitude, and his vast knowledge of the law is unsurpassed as he works diligently.

Andrew is regarded by many to be one of the top attorneys in the state. And yet, he always takes the time to actually listen to his client's concerns and...

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Angie
He kept me well informed of the progress with my case and quickly responded to any questions I had.

This was my first and hopefully only experience where I needed a defense attorney. At a very difficult time in my life, Andrew accepted my case after I had begun...

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Confidential Client
Respectful, dedicated and trustworthy. Andrew was extremely helpful in resolving a legal issue of mine.

Respectful, dedicated and trustworthy. Andrew was extremely helpful in resolving a legal issue of mine, and I would highly recommend him for anyone who is looking for a criminal defense...

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Brian W.
Ability to successfully negotiate has eliminated many courtroom hours, while his ability as a trial lawyer wins cases.

My association with Andrew Stevenson has left me with a deep appreciation for attorney Stevenson and his staff. Their friendly, quick response to client and general inquiries constantly demonstrates a...

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Jerry Osborn
The most professional in communication, often going above to satisfy our schedules and location of residence.

Mr. Stevenson has handled several cases for our family in the most recent months and we could not be any happier with the results in which he provided. Regardless of...

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Jessica
Mr. Stevenson cared about our son as a person. He listened. He was available, responsive and kept us informed.

Mr. Stevenson cared about our son as a person. He listened. He was available, responsive and kept us informed. Mr. Stevenson's knowledge of the court system and specifically our community...

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Helen
Great defense attorney who takes his time and does the job right without gouging you in price. Very happy client!

If you are looking for thorough, look no further than Andrew. Great defense attorney who takes his time and does the job right without gouging you in price. Very happy...

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Mike
Communication, negotiation and perseverance are just a few of Mr. Stevenson’s qualities.

Communication, negotiation and perseverance are just a few of Mr. Stevenson's qualities. He is an excellent lawyer who not only analyzes the facts of the case, but cares about his...

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Lisa M.
He is compassionate and sympathetic, aggressive when necessary, and relentless in his dedication to achieving the best.

Andrew is simply one of the most remarkable attorneys I know, and I know a large number of them. He is compassionate and sympathetic, aggressive when necessary, and relentless in...

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Andrew H. Stevenson

Andrew H. Stevenson is a dedicated criminal defense attorney who takes pride in defending his clients and valuing their trust. Specializing in criminal defense, particularly sexual assault allegations, he has successfully handled cases including rape, murder, robbery, kidnapping, and Title IX defense for young men. His practice also encompasses OVI charges and vehicular homicide.



He has extensive expertise in forensic sciences, including DNA evidence, sexual assault examinations, and toxicology, and he regularly consults and lectures on these topics. Certified by the Ohio Supreme Court as Lead Trial Counsel in death penalty cases, he also serves on the board of the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (OACDL). Notably, he has been a National Trial Lawyers Top 100 member since 2013 and is a graduate of NACDL’s National Criminal Defense College.

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