Will Nesbitt — Top Criminal Defense Lawyer in Columbus, Ohio. Will Nesbitt is an experienced and highly respected criminal defense attorney based in Columbus, Ohio, with over two decades of proven success defending clients throughout Central Ohio and across the state. Recognized as an Ohio Super Lawyer and one of Columbus Business First’s Top Lawyers, Will has built a reputation for strategic advocacy, sound judgment, and consistently favorable outcomes in complex criminal cases. Will’s practice focuses on DUI/OVI defense, domestic violence, federal criminal charges, theft, and serious felony cases. He has successfully obtained acquittals, dismissals, charge reductions, and significant sentence mitigations in both state and federal courts. A respected educator and legal authority, Will has taught at the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA), the Columbus Division of Police, and numerous Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs across Ohio. He also served as President of the Central Ohio Association for Justice (COAJ), the region’s leading trial lawyers’ organization.
Will Nesbitt is widely regarded for his experience, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to protecting the rights of the accused. His record reflects not only courtroom excellence but also a deep understanding of Ohio’s criminal justice system — from local municipal courts to federal jurisdictions.
