Family Law

• Child Custody and Visitation

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  The following is a listing of various seminars and conferences where criminal defense attorneys from the Steven S. Nolder Law Firm share their knowledge and insights of criminal defense law.
• DUI/DWI
• Sex Crimes
  There are numerous charges in Columbus, OH, and across the country that are considered sex offenses. It is used as an umbrella term to describe many types of crimes that are sexual in nature. Sex offenses carry some of the harshest consequences when it comes to long-term effects of the crime on your quality of life, as all sex offenders are required to register with law enforcement. Often, these registries are public, which makes it difficult for past offenders to find housing or work. This means you need a qualified sex crime attorney like Steven S. Nolder Law Firm to represent you and ensure you get a fair outcome. Please reach out to us today to discuss your case.
• Fraud
  Credit card fraud attorney Steven S. Nolder provides legal expertise to individuals facing credit card fraud charges in Columbus, Ohio. He has a record of success representing more than 1,500 people in the US District Court of the Southern District of Ohio. He is experienced in credit card fraud, helping individuals understand their charges, what legal options are available, and what can be done to get the best result. The first step in resolving a credit card fraud case is to schedule a consultation.
• Robbery
  In July 2010, Dennis Grigsby was charged with three counts of unarmed bank robbery in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio and attorney, Steven S. Nolder became Grigsby’s counsel of record. This began Grigsby’s 42 month odyssey in the federal criminal justice system ultimately resulting in the dismissal of all charges against him in the Southern District of Ohio.
• Burglary
• White Collar Crimes
  Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) – This group investigates and enforces U.S. criminal laws pertaining to white-collar crime, human trafficking, major theft, and more
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  Drug misdemeanors are considered less serious than drug felonies and usually carry milder punishments. Misdemeanor classifications go from minor misdemeanors to first degree misdemeanors, with first-degree offenses being the most serious.
• Embezzlement
• Drug Crimes
  When you are facing drug-related charges, finding the right defense attorney may seem like a daunting task. Drug crime convictions at the state and federal level can carry severe penalties such as prison time, fines, and probation, so it is crucial to have an experienced Columbus drug crime lawyer working to protect your rights. At Steven S. Nolder Law Firm, LPA, our dedicated drug attorneys have over 34 years of experience defending against drug charges, and we will not rest until you receive the best possible outcome for your case.
• Assault
• Murder
  With decades of experience, Steve Nolder has represented more than 1,200 people in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, has tried thirty jury trials in federal court, and was co-counsel in defending the district’s first capital murder prosecution which resulted in a life verdict. He has litigated numerous Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendment issues, and has written and filed numerous sentencing memoranda on behalf of clients facing sentencing. He has personally written and filed over fifty appellate briefs in the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, and argued more than twenty-five of those appeals.
• Identity Theft
  The Department of Justice has made the investigation and prosecution of identity theft cases a priority in recent years. Moreover, Congress has significantly enhanced the statutory penalties for these crimes. If a defendant steals a real person’s identity, he might face an aggravated identity theft prosecution, under 18 U.S.C. §1029A. If convicted of this offense, the defendant faces a two year consecutive sentence for each count on top of any sentence that would be imposed for any other substantive violation of federal law.
• Homicide
  An investigation by the defense attorney for Isaac L. Lindsey prompted the county coroner’s office to change the manner of death for Sherry Stewart from homicide to “undetermined.”
• Shoplifting
  Shoplifting and other crimes of theft are considered “crimes of moral turpitude.” Under the law, these crimes are considered to indicate a crime of dishonesty. In addition to the legal consequences and potential penalties, you may also face problems getting hired because of this type of crime on your record
• Forgery
• Money Laundering
  To get a conviction, the prosecution must prove negligent, knowing or willful violations of environmental laws. Mistakes and accidental violations are not crimes. In some cases, environmental charges coincide with additional related charges, such as making false statements, conspiracy, mail or wire fraud, or money laundering.
• Internet Crimes
  Few people realize that the Internet is becoming more heavily regulated. Every day, many people like you stumble into unclear and legally ambiguous situations while browsing the Web. The worst crimes perpetrated using the Internet are grouped together under the name of Internet sex crimes. These crimes, usually involving minors, can land you in a very serious trouble with the law.
• Extortion

Finance Law

• Foreclosure
• Tax Law
  I haven’t filed tax returns for many years. What should I do? If you have not filed your tax returns for several years, you should contact our tax law attorney Steven S. Nolder immediately to discuss your next steps. Failure to file tax returns can result in legal action, making it essential to enlist an experienced tax crime attorney. You may be able to voluntarily admit your tax return failure to the IRS to avoid criminal prosecution. Our law firm can help you navigate the situation.