A Full Defense Team Behind You
From Day One.
Facing felony charges in Ohio? The state begins building its case the moment you are arrested — and so should your defense. Our firm brings dedicated criminal defense attorneys — including a former state prosecutor — with over 30 years of experience defending clients in Columbus and Central Ohio courts.
30+ Years. 3,000+ Cases. Fighting for Columbus.
With more than 30 years combined experience handling criminal cases, including a former prosecutor on staff, our team brings a deep understanding of both sides of the courtroom. This enables us to anticipate and effectively attack opposing arguments, leveraging our comprehensive legal knowledge to craft compelling cases.
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Attorney Adam Burke LLC is led by Founding Attorney Adam Burke, a former prosecutor and experienced Columbus criminal defense attorney. He is supported by a team of defense attorneys who help clients facing serious criminal charges in Columbus and Central Ohio.
Serious Felony Defense Across All Charge Types
We defend individuals facing all categories of state felony charges in Ohio. Click any area to learn more.
The most serious charge in the Ohio justice system. ORC § 2903.02 carries 15 years to life. Immediate, aggressive defense is critical.
Homicide prosecutions rely on forensic evidence, witness statements, and complex investigations. Our former prosecutor knows exactly how the state constructs these cases. We examine evidence reliability, investigation procedures, constitutional compliance, and witness credibility.
Ohio ORC § 2925.03 carries mandatory minimums that scale with substance type and quantity. Early defense intervention is essential. State and federal charges handled.
State and federal drug cases are built on surveillance, informant testimony, and search-and-seizure evidence — all areas where constitutional violations are common. We challenge the lawfulness of stops and searches, the reliability of informants, and the integrity of evidence handling.
Accusations carry immediate consequences before any conviction. A sex crime conviction means mandatory registration, prison time, and a permanent record.
We handle sex crime cases with the sensitivity and confidentiality the situation requires. Our defense examines evidence reliability, accuser credibility, forensic handling procedures, and whether proper investigative protocols were followed.
Aggravated assault, robbery, kidnapping — Ohio's violent felony sentencing guidelines leave little room for leniency without skilled defense.
Violent crime cases often turn on witness credibility, physical evidence, and questions of intent. Self-defense and defense of others are legally valid in Ohio under ORC § 2901.05, but must be carefully argued.
Aggravated arson is an Ohio F1 felony with up to 11 years in prison. Charges rely heavily on forensic fire investigation — which we know how to challenge.
Arson prosecutions depend on fire origin reports, accelerant analysis, and expert witness testimony. We scrutinize every stage of the fire investigation and engage independent experts where appropriate.
Fraud, embezzlement, identity theft, and financial crimes. Complex investigations often begin before any arrest — early intervention matters. State and federal charges handled.
White collar prosecutions — whether state or federal — involve complex financial records and digital evidence. Early engagement, even before charges are filed, can make a significant difference. Our defense focuses on evidence integrity, intent, and the correct characterization of financial transactions.
Charged with a different felony? We defend all Ohio state felony cases.
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Our firm defends clients facing felony charges in Columbus and throughout Central Ohio. If you have been charged with a state felony offense in these jurisdictions, we can help.
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A felony charge does not automatically mean a conviction. Every case has defenses. The most important step you can take right now is to speak with an experienced attorney before anything else happens.