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Meet Brian C. Morrissey

Brian Morrissey is a Toledo-born attorney with a B.S. in Paralegal Studies and a J.D. from the University of Toledo College of Law. Early in his career he honed his skills as a public defender, handling both felony and misdemeanor cases for the Toledo Legal Aid Society. Today, Brian leverages that “inside-the-system” experience to build aggressive, results-driven defenses for clients throughout Northwest Ohio and beyond.

How We Can Help You
  1. Free Case Evaluation: We’ll listen to your story, explain your rights, and outline your options. No obligation.
  2. Strategic Defense Planning: From evidence review to negotiating with prosecutors, we craft a plan tailored to your goals.
  3. Relentless Representation: Whether in the courtroom or at the negotiating table, your freedom and future are our top priority.
  4. Clear Communication: You’ll get straight answers at every step. No legal jargon, just honest guidance.


Practice Areas
  • DUI & Traffic Defense (OVI/DUI, Speeding Tickets, Driving Under Suspension)
  • Violent Crimes (Assault, Burglary, Robbery, Domestic Violence)
  • Drug Offenses (Possession, Trafficking, Abuse)
  • Theft & Property Crimes (Theft, Criminal Mischief, Burglary)
  • Protective Orders & Bench Warrants
  • Record Sealing & Expungements

What Our Clients Say

Kind & helpful, from Toledo & UT law school.. Experienced, connected & knowledgable in the local Toledo community. Easy to talk to & a friendly straightforward plain communication style that's very confidence inspiring. Brian genuinely has your best interests at heart. Highly recommended!

John P

April 17th, 2024

Brian took care of everything I needed in a timely, professional manner. He was really thorough and provided excellent representation. I would definitely recommend him to anyone seeking a great lawyer!

Davit K

March 18th, 2024

I was very happy with Brian as my attorney. He answered all my questions quickly and honestly. I couldn’t be happier with the outcome he got for me. I would definitely hire him again.

Matt B

February 18th, 2024

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