Life can throw you a curveball. You need someone in your corner that understands good people can make mistakes. Michael also understands that good people are also often accused of something they simply did not do. Michael J. Hayes, Esq. knows all too well there are two sides to every story. Let Michael J. Hayes, Esq. represent your side and fight for your rights.

Our Attorneys & Lawyers practice with the highest standards of professionalism while handling cases throughout all 88 counties in Ohio. We provide aggressive and caring legal representation at an affordable rate. You will not see excessive legal retainers and you will not be billed for unnecessary work. We are efficient and thorough, which allows us to reach your goal in the quickest manner and for an affordable rate.

An experienced and accomplished legal advocate, Benjamin L. Luftman is a founding partner at Luftman, Heck & Associates and has practiced law for nine years. His sole practice areas are in criminal defense and traffic violations, having represented clients in cases ranging from the most serious felonies to minor traffic offenses, with a particular concentration in the area of OVI/DUI law.

Born & raised in Dayton, Ohio, attorney Brad Jeckering always knew that he wanted to fight for the rights of regular folks. Brad graduated from Chaminade – Julienne, a Catholic high school in Dayton, which instilled a sense of responsibility and dedication to community. Brad worked as a National Sales Representative for General Electric for several years, after which he decided to attain his bachelor’s degree from The Ohio State University. Upon graduating from The Ohio State University, Brad decided to dedicate himself to the legal profession and applied to law school. During his time as a law student at Capital University Law School, Brad worked at the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas and a Dublin-based Employment Discrimination Firm as a law clerk. Brad is a proud graduate of Capital University Law School where he was on the Dean’s List for 5 semesters, completed 160 hours of Pro Bono work, and graduated as a member of the Order of the Curia. As an attorney that practices in Central Ohio, Brad loves being able to help clients from both Columbus-metro and rural Ohio. Brad enjoys having a small practice with various areas of practice and a team of other attorneys to help achieve the best possible outcome for each client. Brad was selected as 2018 Super Lawyers Rising Star. Brad currently resides in Columbus, Ohio. He has a great dog named Finch and enjoys eating at all of the local Columbus restaurants.

The Meranda Law Firm LTD was created in 2008 by Zachuary Meranda. In 2009, Zach took on a partner - his wife, Rossia Meranda, who contributed greatly to expanding the areas of law in which the firm would practice. Rossia's expertise lies in Juvenile and Domestic Relations affairs, including, but not limited to Child Custody / Visitation, Divorce / Dissolution, and Delinquency cases. Shortly thereafter, the husband-wife team recruited Edward Itayim, a former classmate from Thomas M. Cooley Law School, to join the firm. Ed would also contribute in the areas of Juvenile and Domestic Relations, as well as Criminal Defense.