Atty. Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq.

Atty. Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq.

Ryan Shafer spent more than five years in the Franklin County Public Defender’s Office, defending the accused against misdemeanor and felony charges. He brings both that experience and that passion to his work as a criminal defense attorney for Joslyn Law Firm.

Columbus Columbus 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq. at a glance

Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq. is an Attorney based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Joslyn Criminal Defense Law Firm. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2007). Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 2005) and University of Cincinnati (B.A., 2001). Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ryan Shafer spent more than five years in the Franklin County Public Defender’s Office, defending the accused against misdemeanor and felony charges
  • He brings both that experience and that passion to his work as a criminal defense attorney for Joslyn Law Firm
  • Ryan graduated Cum Laude from the University of Cincinnati in 2002 with a degree in business and political science
  • He earned his Juris Doctor from Duquesne University and became licensed to practice law in Ohio in 2007

Practice Areas Explained

Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Juvenile Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq.

Where is Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq.'s law office located?
Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq.'s law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Joslyn Criminal Defense Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq. handle?
Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq. focuses on criminal defense, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq. practiced law?
Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq. has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq. go to law school?
Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq. earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Ryan Michael Shafer, Esq. for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duquesne University
- 2005
B.A.
University of Cincinnati
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 2007

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