Dan J. Weisenburger
Attorney at Law

100% Criminal Defense

Attorney Dan Weisenburger practices exclusively in the field of criminal defense, with an emphasis on representing individuals accused of felony offenses and DUI/OVI. His primary law office in Portage County is located in Downtown Ravenna, a 90-second walk from the Portage County courthouse. His Summit County office is located in the City of Stow at Ross Commons, less than 5 minutes from Stow Municipal Court.

Mr. Weisenburger began his legal career while still in law school at John Marshall College of Law in Cleveland, Ohio, by originally serving as a Ravenna Municipal Court prosecutor under the Ohio Supreme Court's Certified Legal Intern program. He also authored the criminal appellate briefs for the Portage County Prosecutor's Office during that time period, including those upholding numerous murder convictions.

Former Municipal Court Prosecutor

After graduating from law school and passing the Ohio bar in 1981, Mr. Weisenburger continued to serve as a municipal court prosecutor for several years, establishing a reputation as a tough, formidable opponent in the courtroom. Since leaving the prosecutor's office, Mr. Weisenburger has concentrated on criminal defense litigation, using his vast experience to defend clients throughout Northeast Ohio.

Over Thirty Years Experience in Criminal Defense

Over the years, Mr. Weisenburger built a substantial criminal defense practice, skillfully defending thousands of clients and litigating charges in hundreds of criminal trials. He knows the local courts, the judges, the prosecutors and the intricacies of the criminal courts in Portage and Summit Counties and Northeast Ohio. His expertise in the field of criminal law have evolved from personal experience in the courtroom.

Nationally Certified Criminal Defense Specialist

Attorney Weisenburger is nationally certified as a Criminal Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

He is the only Portage County lawyer certified as a Criminal Defense Specialist, and one of a handful among Ohio lawyers.

As a Board Certified Specialist, Attorney Weisenburger is required to attend Continuing Legal Education Seminars on a regular basis. Unlike general practitioners, this Continuing Legal Education must not only be in his chosen field, Criminal Defense, but also must be substantially more than the amount required by non-certified attorneys.

Additional Memberships

Giving Personal Attention to Each Case

Focusing his law practice exclusively on criminal defense, Attorney Weisenburger is a solo practitioner personally devoting his attention to each client's case. Part of his strength rests in his ability to concentrate his specific attention on each client, remaining cognizant of the high personal stakes often involved with criminal charges. Attorney Weisenburger maintains a well-trained and knowledgeable staff.

Whether your goal is to simply negotiate the best possible deal or to win at trial, Mr. Weisenburger is committed to helping you prevail.

Routinely Defends Clients in the Portage and Summit County

Portage County, Ohio:

• Ravenna Municipal Court
• Kent Municipal Court
• Portage County Court of Common Pleas
• Portage County Juvenile Court

Summit County, Ohio:

• Akron Municipal Court
• Stow Municipal Court
• Barberton Municipal Court
• Summit County Court of Common Pleas
• Summit County Juvenile Center.

Contact Attorney Weisenburger now at 330-296-8000 (Ravenna office) or 330-686-2890 (Stow Office) or via email. We offer free, confidential consultations and we quote fees right over the phone.