Wayne Paul Stephan, Criminal Defense Attorney in Dayton, Ohio

Wayne concentrates on criminal defense, divorce, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Wayne handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Divorce

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• Personal Injury

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Wayne's primary office is at 15 W. Fourth St., Ste. 250, Dayton, OH, 45402. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Wayne usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Wayne discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Wayne for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Wayne walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Wayne offer a free consultation?

  Wayne charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Wayne's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Wayne's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Ohio typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Wayne gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Wayne take my case if I'm outside Dayton?

  Wayne is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Wayne will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Wayne?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Wayne will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Wayne accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Wayne's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.