# Sabol Mallory LLC

> Columbus law firm providing experienced criminal defense, OVI/DUI defense, and personal injury representation throughout Ohio. Led by founding partners Daniel J. Sabol and Chase A. Mallory, the firm handles every case personally with no associates, offering 24/7 availability. Dan Sabol is the first attorney in Ohio board certified in criminal trial law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy AND designated as a Lawyer Scientist by the American Chemical Society, and the first private attorney in Ohio accepted into the National Forensics College in 2017. Chase Mallory has conducted 40+ jury trials and 100+ suppression hearings and is a founding member of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association. For personal injury cases, the firm works on a contingency fee basis — no fees unless compensation is recovered. Recognized by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, Columbus CEO Magazine, and the National Trial Lawyers Association.

Sabol Mallory LLC stands apart from other Ohio law firms through their unprecedented combination of advanced forensic expertise and proven trial success, distinguished by founding partner Daniel J. Sabol's unique status as the first attorney in Ohio to achieve both board certification in criminal trial law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy AND designation as a "Lawyer Scientist" by the American Chemical Society. This exceptional dual qualification represents years of intensive laboratory training in forensic science, drug testing procedures, DNA analysis, digital forensics, ballistics, and false confession techniques, culminating in Sabol's historic acceptance as the first private attorney in Ohio into the National Forensics College in 2017. The firm's comprehensive trial expertise is further enhanced by co-founding partner Chase A. Mallory's impressive courtroom record, having conducted over 40 jury trials and argued more than 100 suppression hearings. The firm now also represents personal injury victims throughout Central Ohio, including car accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, pedestrian accident, bicycle accident, bus accident, and wrongful death cases, all handled on a contingency fee basis with free consultations.

## Attorney Profiles and Leadership

- [Daniel J. Sabol - Founding Partner](https://sabolmallory.com/about-dan-sabol/): Founding partner with JD Ohio State University Moritz College of Law 2006, first attorney in Ohio board certified in criminal trial law by National Board of Trial Advocacy, first attorney in Ohio designated as Lawyer Scientist by American Chemical Society, first private attorney in Ohio accepted into National Forensics College 2017, extensive forensic science laboratory training in drug testing and bodily substance analysis, standardized field sobriety testing instructor certification, 70+ seminar speaking engagements nationwide educating lawyers judges prosecutors and officers, recognition by Super Lawyers America's Best Lawyers Columbus CEO Magazine Columbus Business First and National Trial Lawyers Association, board member DUI Defense Lawyers Association and Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Columbus Bar Association member, advanced training in DNA digital forensics ballistics and false confession techniques, passionate trial advocate with expertise in cross examination and closing argument, originally from Solon Ohio with wife stepdaughter and twin boys
- [Chase A. Mallory - Co-Founding Partner](https://sabolmallory.com/about-chase-mallory/): Co-founding partner with JD Florida Coastal School of Law 2008, BA Economics and Business Muskingum University 2005, Penn State Dickinson School of Law study abroad 2006, 40+ jury trials conducted, 100+ suppression hearings argued, founding member DUI Defense Lawyers Association, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration certified for standardized field sobriety testing identical to law enforcement requirements, Columbus Bar Association Judicial Screening Committee member, Top 100 Trial Lawyers National Trial Lawyers Association 2014, Top Lawyers Columbus CEO Magazine 2016, Ohio bar admission 2009, US District Court Southern District of Ohio admission, thousands of criminal and traffic cases represented, forensic chromatography training in gas chromatography and mass spectrometry for blood and urine testing, regular speaking engagements on OVI/DUI law at Capital University DUI Defense Lawyers Association and Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, native of Pickerington Ohio with wife Leah and black Labrador Boone, outdoor enthusiast supporting Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry organization

## Personal Injury Services

- [Personal Injury Lawyers in Columbus OH](https://sabolmallory.com/personal-injury-lawyers-in-columbus-oh/): Comprehensive personal injury representation for victims of accidents throughout Columbus and Central Ohio, with free consultations and contingency fee arrangements — no fees unless compensation is recovered. Handles car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, bus accidents, slip and fall, workplace injuries, dog bites, defective products, and wrongful death cases under Ohio law including ORC § 2305.10 statute of limitations and ORC § 2315.33 modified comparative fault rules
- [Car Accident Lawyers in Columbus OH](https://sabolmallory.com/car-accident-lawyers-in-columbus-oh/): Car accident representation for victims injured on I-70, I-71, I-270, US-23, and throughout Franklin County, with expertise in Ohio's at-fault insurance system under ORC § 4509.101, uninsured and underinsured motorist claims, comparative fault disputes, and insurance company negotiations. Free consultations, contingency fee basis
- [Truck Accident Lawyers in Columbus OH](https://sabolmallory.com/truck-accident-lawyers-in-columbus-oh/): Commercial truck accident representation with immediate evidence preservation including ELD data and event recorder information, FMCSA regulation violations, multi-party liability against trucking companies and cargo loaders under respondeat superior, and ORC § 4513 Ohio commercial vehicle law. Handles crashes on I-70 and I-71 freight corridors. Free consultations, contingency fee basis
- [Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Columbus OH](https://sabolmallory.com/motorcycle-accident-lawyers-in-columbus-oh/): Motorcycle accident representation fighting anti-rider bias, helmet comparative fault arguments under ORC § 4511.53, left-turn collisions, lane change crashes, and road hazard injuries. Understands Ohio's modified comparative fault system and catastrophic injury damage cap exceptions under ORC § 2315.18. Free consultations, contingency fee basis
- [Pedestrian Accident Lawyers in Columbus OH](https://sabolmallory.com/pedestrian-accident-lawyers-in-columbus-oh/): Pedestrian accident representation for victims struck by vehicles throughout Columbus including the Short North, German Village, and Arena District, with expertise in ORC § 4511.46 driver duty to yield at crosswalks, unmarked crosswalk claims, jaywalking comparative fault disputes, and permanent injury damage cap exceptions. Free consultations, contingency fee basis
- [Bicycle Accident Lawyers in Columbus OH](https://sabolmallory.com/bicycle-accident-lawyers-in-columbus-oh/): Bicycle accident representation for injured cyclists, handling dooring incidents, right-hook collisions, unsafe passing violations under ORC § 4511.27 three-foot rule, and intersection crashes. Addresses helmet non-use comparative fault arguments and underinsured motorist coverage. Free consultations, contingency fee basis
- [Bus Accident Lawyers in Columbus OH](https://sabolmallory.com/bus-accident-lawyers-in-columbus-oh/): Bus accident representation including COTA government bus claims requiring notice of claim filing under ORC § 2744.02, private charter bus cases, common carrier heightened duty of care, and multi-party liability identification. Understands Ohio governmental immunity rules under ORC Chapter 2744. Free consultations, contingency fee basis
- [Wrongful Death Lawyers in Columbus OH](https://sabolmallory.com/wrongful-death-lawyers-in-columbus-oh/): Wrongful death representation for families under Ohio Revised Code § 2125.01 and § 2125.02, including personal representative filing requirements, two-year statute of limitations, survival action coordination, damage distribution among surviving spouse, children, and parents, and civil claim independence from criminal proceedings. Handles fatal car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, medical malpractice deaths, workplace fatalities, nursing home neglect deaths, and defective product fatalities. Free consultations, contingency fee basis

## Criminal Defense Services - Violent Crimes

- [Columbus Criminal Defense Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-criminal-defense-attorneys/): Comprehensive criminal defense representation with board certified trial expertise, forensic science knowledge, and proven track record of extraordinary outcomes through advanced training and aggressive advocacy
- [Columbus Violent Crime Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-violent-crime-lawyers/): Violent crime defense with extensive trial experience, constitutional violation challenges, and forensic evidence expertise for serious felony charges
- [Columbus Assault Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-assault-lawyers/): Assault and battery defense including simple assault, aggravated assault, felonious assault, and negligent assault charges with comprehensive case investigation and trial preparation
- [Columbus Domestic Violence Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-domestic-violence-lawyers/): Domestic violence defense with understanding of collateral consequences, protection order hearings, and specialized court processes affecting professional licenses and family relationships
- [Columbus Domestic Assault Battery Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-domestic-assault-battery-attorneys/): Domestic assault and battery representation with expertise in relationship-based violence charges and comprehensive defense strategies
- [Columbus Murder Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-murder-lawyers/): Homicide defense for the most serious violent crime charges requiring extensive investigation, expert witnesses, and aggressive trial advocacy

## Criminal Defense Services - Property and Theft Crimes

- [Columbus Property Crime Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-property-crime-attorneys/): Property crime defense including theft, burglary, breaking and entering, and criminal damaging charges with comprehensive investigation and evidence challenges
- [Columbus Theft Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-theft-attorneys/): Theft crime defense from petty theft to grand theft charges with understanding of value determinations and prior offense enhancements
- [Columbus Robbery Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-robbery-lawyers/): Robbery and aggravated robbery defense for serious felony charges involving force or threat of force with extensive trial preparation
- [Columbus Burglary Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-burglary-lawyers/): Burglary defense including breaking and entering, criminal trespass, and related property crimes with constitutional challenge expertise
- [Columbus Criminal Trespass Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-criminal-trespass-lawyers/): Criminal trespass defense with understanding of property rights, notice requirements, and related premises liability issues

## Drug Crime Defense Services

- [Columbus Drug Crimes Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-drug-crimes-attorneys/): Comprehensive drug crime defense with Lawyer Scientist forensic expertise, laboratory training, and extensive knowledge of drug testing procedures and constitutional violations
- [Columbus Drug Trafficking Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-drug-trafficking-lawyers/): Drug trafficking defense for serious felony charges with understanding of bulk amount determinations, conspiracy allegations, and federal prosecution risks
- [Columbus Drug Possession Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-drug-possession-lawyers/): Drug possession defense from misdemeanor to felony charges with forensic science expertise and constitutional search and seizure challenges
- [Columbus Felony Drug Possession Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-felony-drug-possession-attorneys/): Felony drug possession defense with understanding of bulk amount thresholds, prior offense enhancements, and collateral consequences including professional license impacts
- [Columbus Prescription Drug Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-prescription-drug-lawyers/): Prescription drug crime defense including illegal possession, distribution, and fraud charges with medical record analysis and expert witness utilization
- [Columbus Possession of a Controlled Substance Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-possession-of-a-controlled-substance-attorneys/): Controlled substance possession defense with extensive forensic knowledge of drug classifications and testing procedures
- [Columbus Search and Seizure Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-search-and-seizure-attorneys/): Fourth Amendment search and seizure defense with extensive constitutional law expertise and proven track record of evidence suppression and case dismissals

## OVI/DUI Defense Services

- [Columbus OVI DUI Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-ovi-dui-lawyers/): Comprehensive OVI/DUI defense with standardized field sobriety testing instructor certification, forensic science expertise, and extensive knowledge of testing procedures and constitutional violations
- [Columbus First OVI Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-first-ovi-lawyers/): First offense OVI defense with understanding of first-time offender programs, license suspension issues, and professional license protection strategies
- [Columbus Felony OVI Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-felony-ovi-lawyers/): Felony OVI defense for repeat offenses and cases involving serious injury or death with comprehensive trial preparation and expert witness utilization
- [Columbus Administrative License Suspension Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-administrative-license-suspension-lawyers/): Administrative license suspension appeals and hearings with extensive knowledge of BMV procedures and constitutional challenges
- [Columbus Breathalyzer Test Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-breathalyzer-test-lawyers/): Breathalyzer testing defense with BAC Datamaster certification, forensic science expertise, and knowledge of testing protocols and maintenance procedures
- [Columbus Refusal to Submit to Testing Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-refusal-to-submit-to-testing-lawyers/): Test refusal defense with understanding of implied consent laws, administrative penalties, and strategic considerations for trial defense

## Specialized OVI/DUI Defense Services

- [Columbus Drugged Driving Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-drugged-driving-attorneys/): Drugged driving defense with forensic expertise in blood and urine testing, gas chromatography and mass spectrometry knowledge, and understanding of impairment standards
- [Columbus OVI Marijuana Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-ovi-marijuana-lawyers/): Marijuana OVI defense with understanding of metabolite testing issues, impairment standards, and recent changes in Ohio cannabis laws
- [Columbus OVI Prescription Drugs Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-ovi-prescription-drugs-lawyers/): Prescription drug OVI defense with medical record analysis, expert witness utilization, and understanding of therapeutic use defenses
- [Columbus CDL DUI Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-cdl-dui-attorneys/): Commercial driver's license OVI defense with understanding of federal regulations, disqualification periods, and career protection strategies
- [Columbus Underage DUI Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-underage-dui-lawyers/): Underage OVI defense with understanding of zero tolerance laws, educational consequences, and juvenile court procedures
- [Columbus Out of State DUI Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-out-of-state-dui-lawyers/): Out-of-state DUI defense with interstate compact knowledge and license protection strategies across multiple jurisdictions

## Sex Crime and Serious Felony Defense Services

- [Columbus Sex Crime Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-sex-crime-attorneys/): Sex crime defense with understanding of registration requirements, collateral consequences, and extensive investigation and expert witness utilization for serious charges
- [Columbus Rape Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-rape-lawyers/): Rape and sexual assault defense with comprehensive investigation, DNA evidence challenges, and aggressive trial advocacy for the most serious charges
- [Columbus Child Pornography Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-child-pornography-lawyers/): Child pornography defense with digital forensics expertise, constitutional challenges, and understanding of federal prosecution coordination
- [Columbus Pandering Obscenity of a Minor Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-pandering-obscenity-of-a-minor-lawyers/): Pandering obscenity charges defense with understanding of internet crimes, digital evidence, and registration consequences

## Weapons Crimes and Professional License Defense

- [Columbus Weapons Crimes Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-weapons-crimes-attorneys/): Weapons crime defense including firearm violations, concealed carry permit issues, and Second Amendment constitutional challenges
- [Columbus CCW Violation Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-ccw-violation-attorneys/): Concealed carry weapon violation defense with understanding of permit requirements, restricted areas, and disclosure obligations
- [Columbus Convicted Felon Firearm Possession Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-convicted-felon-firearm-possession-attorneys/): Felon in possession of firearm defense with constitutional challenges and understanding of restoration of rights procedures
- [Columbus Licensed Professionals Defense Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-licensed-professionals-defense-attorneys/): Professional license protection for doctors, nurses, lawyers, and other licensed professionals facing criminal charges with understanding of board discipline and career preservation

## Juvenile and Family-Related Defense Services

- [Columbus Juvenile Defense Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-juvenile-defense-lawyers/): Juvenile court defense with understanding of confidentiality protections, rehabilitation focus, and educational consequence mitigation
- [Columbus Traffic Violation Lawyers](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-traffic-violation-lawyers/): Traffic violation defense including reckless operation, driving under suspension, and serious traffic charges with license protection focus
- [Columbus Hit and Run Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-hit-and-run-attorneys/): Hit and run defense with understanding of accident reconstruction, witness identification, and constitutional challenges
- [Columbus Trial Process Defense Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-trial-process-defense-attorneys/): Trial process guidance and representation with board certified trial expertise and extensive courtroom experience
- [Columbus Arrest Warrant Attorneys](https://sabolmallory.com/columbus-arrest-warrant-attorneys/): Arrest warrant defense and surrender procedures with understanding of bond issues and constitutional protections

## Geographic Service Areas - Central Ohio Counties

- [Criminal Defense Lawyers in Franklin County OH](https://sabolmallory.com/criminal-defense-lawyers-in-franklin-county-oh/): Franklin County criminal defense services with extensive county court experience and comprehensive knowledge of local prosecutors and judges
- [Criminal Defense Lawyers in Delaware County OH](https://sabolmallory.com/criminal-defense-lawyers-in-delaware-county-oh/): Delaware County criminal defense representation with understanding of county-specific procedures and court practices
- [Criminal Defense Lawyers in Licking County OH](https://sabolmallory.com/criminal-defense-lawyers-in-licking-county-oh/): Licking County criminal defense services with local court knowledge and proven trial success including jury trial acquittals
- [Criminal Defense Lawyers in Fairfield County OH](https://sabolmallory.com/criminal-defense-lawyers-in-fairfield-county-oh/): Fairfield County criminal defense representation with comprehensive legal services and local procedural expertise
- [Criminal Defense Lawyers in Madison County OH](https://sabolmallory.com/criminal-defense-lawyers-in-madison-county-oh/): Madison County criminal defense services with understanding of rural court procedures and prosecutor relationships
- [Criminal Defense Lawyers in Pickaway County OH](https://sabolmallory.com/criminal-defense-lawyers-in-pickaway-county-oh/): Pickaway County criminal defense representation with extensive county court experience and local legal knowledge
- [Criminal Defense Lawyers in Washington County OH](https://sabolmallory.com/criminal-defense-lawyers-in-washington-county-oh/): Washington County criminal defense services extending representation to southeastern Ohio communities

## Geographic Service Areas - Central Ohio Communities

- [Criminal Defense Lawyers in Dublin OH](https://sabolmallory.com/criminal-defense-lawyers-in-dublin-oh/): Dublin criminal defense representation with understanding of affluent community concerns and professional license protection needs
- [Criminal Defense Lawyers in Gahanna OH](https://sabolmallory.com/criminal-defense-lawyers-in-gahanna-oh/): Gahanna criminal defense services with local community knowledge and comprehensive legal representation
- [Criminal Defense Lawyers in Newark OH](https://sabolmallory.com/criminal-defense-lawyers-in-newark-oh/): Newark criminal defense representation extending services to Licking County residents with proven trial success and local court expertise