Firm Profile The Meranda Law Firm has two office locations - one in downtown Columbus, Ohio, and the other in downtown Newark, Ohio. Our firm is committed to providing high quality, affordable, and personal legal representation to achieve the most advantageous outcome in your case. We understand that effective communication between a lawyer and a client is of utmost importance. Our focus is to assure that every client receives personal attention and is an active participant in the decision making process. Whenever possible, we will attempt to resolve matters amicably and efficiently through settlement or mediation. But, when necessary, our lawyers are prepared to fight vigorously and aggressively in order to defend your case in court.
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Firm Profile Number of Attorneys :Zachuary Meranda, Managing Partner
Spoken Languages :Spanish, Arabic
Office Location(s) :Newark Office:
Firm Practices in These States :Ohio
Practice Areas :Social Security Disability
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Attorney Profile About the Attorney :I began my legal career at the Washtenaw County Public Defender's Office. My passion for Criminal Defense grew with each moment as I witnessed a system that left me as the last line of defense. This is a responsibility that I take very seriously. My time as a Public Defender allowed me to gain experience essential to the practice of Criminal Law.
Name of University Attended :Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio
Name of Law School Attended :Thomas M. Cooley School of Law, Lansing, Michigan
Admitted to Practice Law in the Following Courts :State Bar of Ohio & United States District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted to Practice Law in :Ohio
Professional Association Memberships :American Bar Association, Ohio Bar Association, Columbus Bar Association, Licking County Bar Association, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and American Trial Lawyers Association
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Personal Achievements Civic Associations :American Bar Association, Ohio Bar Association, Columbus Bar Association, Licking County Bar Association, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and American Trial Lawyers Association
Pro Bono Work :Licking County Pro Bono Clinic
Military Service :Attorney Edward A. Itayim, an associate at The Meranda Law Firm, served this country for 8 years in the United States Marine Corps
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Verified Credentials Credential Description Verified Date Verified Licensed as Attorney in: 10/13/09 Law School: 10/13/09 College: 10/13/09
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Verdicts & Settlements Case Number 2009 CR 00238 Our client was charged with AGGRAVATED TRAFFICKING IN DRUGS (ECSTASY)(F2); AGGRAVATED POSSESSION OF DRUGS (ECSTASY)(F2); AGGRAVATED POSSESSION OF DRUGS (PSILOCYBIN MUSHROOMS)(F5); POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (MM); and POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA (M4). As a result, our client was facing 17 years in prison and a $32,000 fine. Through persistence and aggressive advocacy, The Meranda Law Firm successfully negotiated the sentence to the mandatory minimum of 2 years and a $7,500 fine.
Case Number 2009 CR 00005 Our client was charged with BURGLARY (F4); ASSAULT (M1); ASSAULT (M1). As a result, our client was facing 18 months in prison and a $5,000 fine. After hiring The Meranda Law Firm, our client was granted an Intervention in Lieu of Conviction. Once our client successfully completes this program, she can have her record sealed. The effects of a sealed record are quite substantial and our client will be able to seek employment without having the concern of a tarnished record due to one indiscretion.Case Number 2009 TR C 2500 Our client was charged with an OVI/DUI (high breath test) as well as FAILURE TO CONTROL after he was involved in a single-car accident. This was our clients 3rd OVI/DUI in his lifetime. Through endless negotiation with the prosecutor and judge, The Meranda Law Firm was able to mitigate the facts. The client received the absolute minimum for a high breathalyzer test, as well as the minimum fine.
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