Douglas A. Ball
Douglas A. Ball, Attorney at Law
- Biography
No matter the case, we will find a way to help you For an experienced attorney who will fight for you, you’ve come to the right place. At our firm in Cincinnati, OH, our primary mission is to stand up for the rights of our clients. Whether you’ve had an OVI/DUI/DUS, are facing criminal charges, or are in the middle of a family law dispute involving a divorce, dissolution or custody issue, Douglas A. Ball will provide you with experienced legal advice and counsel. Most people don’t know how the law works, or how to make sure that others don’t take advantage of them in legal cases. Do not take chances with your case. Hire an experienced attorney who knows how to defend his clients. Come see Douglas A. Ball in Batavia or call him for a free telephone consultation today.
- Practice Areas
- DUI & DWI
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father’s Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Juvenile Law
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
- Civil Rights
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Discrimination, Employment, Fair Housing, Police Misconduct, Privacy Law
- White Collar Crime
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Probate
- Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests
- Appeals & Appellate
- Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
- Fees
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Free Consultation
Up to a 30 minute free telephone or in person consultation. -
Credit Cards Accepted
American Express, Visa, MasterCard & Discover -
Contingent Fees
On Personal Injury Cases and other cases by exception. -
Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
Each case is different and I will discuss the retainer with you upon consultation.
- Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Ohio
- Since 1990
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- Languages
- English:
Spoken, Written
- Professional Experience
- Owner
- Douglas A. Ball, Attorney at Law
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1993 –
Current
- Extensive experience in litigation focusing on Domestic Relations, Criminal Law, OVI/DUI/DUS, Juvenile Law, Civil Law and Personal Injury
- Assistant Public Defender
- Clermont County Public Defender’s Office
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1993 –
2001
- • Handled voluminous dockets in Municipal and Common Pleas Courts. • Extensive Bench and Jury Trial experience, as well as Motion and Discovery practice.
- Referee/Magistrate
- Clermont County Domestic Relations Court
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1991 –
1993
- Presided over all aspects of cases heard in the Domestic Relations division of the Common Pleas Court, including custody and support determinations, domestic violence and contempt motions.
- Law Clerk, Legal Intern & Attorney
- Schuh & Goldberg
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1989 –
1991
- Upon Becoming a licensed attorney was an Associate handling criminal and civil matters including bench and jury trials.
- Education
- University of Cincinnati College of Law
- J.D. (1990) | Law
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1987
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1990 -
- University of Cincinnati
- B.A. (1986) | Broadcasting
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1982
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1986 -
- Diploma (1982) | Drama, Music, Performing Arts
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1979
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1982 -
- Awards
- Above and Beyond Continuing Education
- Ohio Bar College
- 2016
- Completion of 24 hours or more of continuing education during a mandatory reporting period to the Ohio Supreme Court.
- Professional Associations
- American Bar Association (ABA)
- Member
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2017 –
Current - Activities: Continuing Legal Education, Research
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- Court of Common Pleas, Division of Domestic Relations
- Chariman of the Domestic Relations Committee
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2012 –
Current -
- Cincinnati Museum Center
- Docent
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2010 –
Current - Activities: Lead Rotunda Tours at the Cincinnati Museum Center, as well as Subway, Brewery and various other tours.
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- National Highway Safety Transporation Association
- Member
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2000 –
Current - Activities: The SAME Certification as police officers have to conduce field sobriety testing.
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- Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (OACDL)
- Member
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1993 –
Current -
- Ohio State Bar Association
- Member
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1990 –
Current -
- Clermont County Bar Association
- Member
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1990 –
Current -
- Publications
- Tedrick v. Tedrick, 12th Circuit Court of Appeals
- The Ohio Supreme Court
- April 11, 2016
- Websites & Blogs
- Website
- Douglas A. Ball, Attorney at Law
- Contact & Address
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