Koffel Brininger Nesbitt - Delaware, OH

At Koffel | Brininger | Nesbitt in Delaware, Ohio, and an additional office in Columbus, Ohio, we’ve guided over 15,000 Ohioans through every kind of criminal charge – from DUIs and drug offenses to Title IX disputes, professional-license defenses, protection-order battles, sex crimes, theft and assault.

What sets us apart is our pioneering AOD (alcohol and other drugs) Practice Group, dedicated to clients and families wrestling with addiction. We’ve toured Ohio’s top treatment centers and the nation’s leading rehab facilities so we understand every step of the recovery journey – from interventions and assessments to relapse-prevention planning. That insider perspective lets us craft defenses that bridge medical treatment and the courtroom.

Recognized as one of Ohio's leading privately retained criminal/DUI law firms, we have consistently been named among the Best Law Firms in America by the News & World Report. Our founding attorney, Brad Koffel, has been honored as one of The Best Lawyers in America since 2008, and our team has received accolades such as the AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell and the Top 10 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Ohio by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys (NACDA).

Unlike firms that bill by the hour or tack on travel fees, we charge a flat fee – no surprises – whether your case is next door or two hours away. But we’re selective: we take cases we can genuinely win, focusing on clients with little or no criminal history and clear paths to diversion, probation or treatment instead of prison.

Hiring the right lawyer means doing your homework. Don’t just call the first firm you find – ask friends, read referrals, talk to several firms, then choose the one you trust. Remember: the best attorneys rarely offer “free” consultations, because their schedules are already booked by paying clients. When you retain us, we never juggle billable hours against new prospects – your case gets our full attention.

Whether you’re facing a first-time DUI or a serious felony, time is of the essence. Contact Koffel | Brininger | Nesbitt today – before you speak to law enforcement – and let our proven team fight for your future.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.