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Ernst & Associates, LLC is a team of aggressive attorneys in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area who will fight for your rights when you need it the most. For over 27 years, lawyers at Ernst & Associates have fought tenaciously to defend clients against life-changing criminal charges. They are passionate about ensuring that every client has an advocate by their side to protect their rights and best interests. Ernst & Associates provides top-notch representation to clients in Ohio and Kentucky facing serious charges such as drug offenses, s*x crimes, violent crimes, juvenile offenses, and OVI/DUI. The dedicated legal team also provides comprehensive representation in family law, divorce, and personal injury matters. Ernst & Associates is armed with extensive experience, expertise, and a deep commitment to walking with clients during their legal challenges. The lawyers and staff work as a team to bring a robust defense to every charge, and they prepare every case for trial to obtain the most favorable results for clients. We offer convenient evening or weekend meetings to suit your schedule. The law offices of Ernst & Associates are located in Cincinnati, Ohio, and our practice serves clients in places including the greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area, including Fairfield, Hamilton, Middletown, Mason, Loveland, Blanchester, Blue Ash, Camden, Batavia, Amelia, Beavercreek, West Chester, Milford, Oxford, Springboro, Wilmington, Georgetown, Eaton, Lebanon, Dayton, Springfield, Covington, Fort Mitchell, Newport, Franklin, Kettering, Hamilton County, Butler County, Area I, Area II, Area III, Warren County, Clermont County, Preble County, Montgomery County, Greene County, Clinton County, Brown County, Adams County, Boone County, Kenton County, and Campbell County. If your location is not listed, please reach out to us for a free consultation to see if we are available to help you.

10/04/2026

Ernst & Associates always cheers WHO DEY! But today, we’re cheering for something bigger than football. As the Cincinnati Bengals celebrate the NFL’s Crucial Catch and honor those affected by cancer, we’re proudly repping one of our own, Janna, who continues to kick cancer’s ass every single day. Today we wear the colors, cheer a little louder, and celebrate every fighter, survivor, caregiver, and family walking this road. We love you, Janna. Keep kicking cancer’s ass. 💪🏼 🧡🖤

If you or someone you know is in need of an aggressive legal team in Ohio or Kentucky, know your rights and ☎️ call us 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐘 for a free, confidential case consultation
(513) 579-9500.

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10/02/2026

Ernst & Associates would like to wish the happiest birthday to our founding attorney, DUI Matt - Matthew T. Ernst Attorney! Don't forget to head out to Kreimer's River Bar to celebrate with us tonight and support The Help Squad in their mission to help local families.

If you or someone you know is in need of an aggressive legal team in Ohio or Kentucky, know your rights and ☎️ call us 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐘 for a free, confidential case consultation
(513) 579-9500.

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09/29/2026

One of the things we love most about being a LOCAL LAW FIRM is getting the chance to support the people and organizations doing meaningful work right here in our community. Ernst & Associates is proud to sponsor The Help Squad Cincy's Party for a Cause Community Fundraiser this Friday at Kreimer's River Bar!

The Help Squad does so much to help local families when they need it most, and we’re incredibly grateful to be able to support their mission. Come hang out with us this Friday, October 2nd (this is also DUI Matt - Matthew T. Ernst Attorney's birthday) from 5PM to 10PM for live music from LunchBox, food, drinks, raffles, games and a really fun night for a great cause. They’re also kicking off their Winter Coat Drive, so if you have a new or gently used children’s or adult coat, bring it along. Our firm will be there supporting and having fun, we'd love to see some familiar faces there as well!

09/07/2026

Did you know that Labor Day was established in the late 19th century, during a time when 12-hour days and unsafe working conditions were the norm for many? Labor Day’s roots in the labor movement remind us of the importance of advocating for fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect for all workers. We do our part by helping hard workers like first responders, nurses, pilots, CDL drivers, physicians, firefighters, police officers, teachers, etc. keep their record clean. This Labor Day, we honor the resilience and dedication of workers across the country.

If you or someone you know is in need of an aggressive legal team in Ohio or Kentucky, know your rights and ☎️ call us 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐘 for a free, confidential case consultation
(513) 579-9500.

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08/06/2026

Happy Paralegal Day to the people who keep the whole operation moving, Janna Baker and Lanie Bliss. Attorneys may be the ones whose names are on the door, but every good lawyer knows that a great paralegal is absolutely invaluable. They keep us organized, keep cases moving, keep clients informed, catch the things we miss, remember the things we forget, and…save our butts more often than we would probably like to admit! But more than that, they are often the person our clients talk to when they are scared, frustrated, overwhelmed, or just need someone to reassure them that everything is being handled. They play such a huge role in the experience our clients have with our firm and in the culture we have built inside it. We are incredibly lucky to have the team we do.

Happy Paralegal Day to all the real MVPs of the legal world. We couldn’t do this without you. ⚖️

If you or someone you know is in need of an aggressive legal team in Ohio or Kentucky, know your rights and ☎️ call us 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐘 for a free, confidential case consultation
(513) 579-9500.

www.ErnstFirm.com

07/10/2026

It has been a long time since we've posted a
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟FIVE STAR FRIDAY🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
This was a great review for Family Law attorney, Jessica Ernst. The review states, "She wasn't just my representative in court, she was a true partner throughout the process." Being an attorney isn't just about filing motions or standing in a courtroom. It's about helping people navigate one of the most difficult chapters of their lives with a clear plan, honest advice, and someone who will fight for them every step of the way. Our goal has never been to simply "handle your case." It's to help you get through it with confidence, knowing you have an entire team behind you.

If you're facing a divorce, custody dispute, child support issue, or another family law matter, we'd be honored to help you take the next step. Our legal team will stand beside you from beginning to end, we're here to help, ☎️ call us 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐘 to discuss your case (513) 579-9500.

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07/04/2026

It’s funny how Red, White and Blue represent freedom, until they are flashing behind you! 🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day! 🎆🎇

If you or someone you know is in need of an aggressive legal team in Ohio or Kentucky, know your rights and ☎️ call us 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐘 for a free, confidential case consultation:
(513) 579-9500

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07/02/2026

We don’t need to climb towers to get noticed… but it does make for a pretty cool picture. 😉
Ernst & Associates- Standing above the rest since 1996.

If you or someone you know is in need of an aggressive legal team in Ohio or Kentucky, know your rights and ☎️ call us 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐘 for a free, confidential case consultation:
(513) 579-9500

www.ErnstFirm.com

06/25/2026

Stop by our Batavia office and check out the new window art to celebrate America250!

06/12/2026

𝓙𝓾𝓻𝔂 𝓣𝓻𝓲𝓪𝓵 𝓡𝓮𝓼𝓾𝓵𝓽:

**𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗦**

Our client was charged with:

▪️ Three Counts of R**e (F1)
▪️ Three Counts of Sexual Battery (F3)

He was facing up to 33 years in prison and a lifetime registration requirement as a s*x offender. From day one, our client maintained his innocence. The pressure to plead was immense. The risk of trial was enormous. But innocence is not something you negotiate away.

So Trial Attorney Craig Teepen did what trial lawyers are supposed to do. He prepared. He fought. And he put the State’s case to the test. After a four-day jury trial, the jury had a short deliberation and returned the only verdict that justice demanded: NOT GUILTY ON ALL COUNTS. Let that sink in… A man who was facing decades behind bars walked out of court with his freedom because twelve jurors carefully examined the evidence and refused to convict.

This case is an important reminder:
Not every accusation is proof.
Not every charge is a conviction.
And not every case should end in a plea agreement.
When the stakes are this high, experience matters. Preparation matters. Trial skills matter.
Most importantly, having an attorney willing to stand beside you and fight for your innocence matters.

Congratulations to Attorney Craig Teepen on an outstanding result and, most importantly, to our client, who can finally move forward with his life.

If you or someone you love has been charged with a crime in Ohio or Kentucky, do not navigate the system alone. The consequences of a conviction can be life-altering. Know your rights and ☎️ call us 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐋𝐘 for a free, confidential criminal defense consultation (513) 579-9500.

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212 W 8th Street
Cincinnati, OH
45202

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