Stephenie N. Lape, PLLC - Cincinnati, OH

Tenacious Criminal Defense and Family Law Representation in Cincinnati

When your freedom, your family, or your parental rights are on the line, having a fiercely dedicated trial lawyer is indispensable. At Stephenie N. Lape, PLLC, attorney Stephenie Lape provides aggressive, detail-driven representation for clients throughout Cincinnati and Southwestern Ohio. Situated on the sixth floor of 810 Sycamore Street in downtown Cincinnati, the firm is known for outworking the opposition in every single case. Coming from a distinguished legal family that includes her late grandfather, Judge Raymond E. Lape, attorney Lape combines rigorous constitutional analysis with formidable courtroom advocacy. Whether you need to hire an attorney to contest felony allegations or fight for parental rights during a contentious divorce, our practice delivers resolute counsel.

Primary Practice Areas and Legal Services

Clients looking to find a lawyer who prepares every matter as if it were proceeding straight to trial can rely on Stephenie N. Lape, PLLC across multiple core disciplines:

• Criminal defense representation: Defending individuals accused of state and federal charges, from misdemeanors to felony offenses carrying long-term prison penalties.
• DUI and OVI defense: Challenging breathalyzer results, field sobriety tests, checkpoint stops, and police procedural errors to protect driving privileges.
• Drug offenses and violent crime defense: Mounting constitutional defenses against drug possession, trafficking, assault, domestic violence, and weapons allegations.
• Divorce and marital dissolution: Guiding spouses through contested divorce, dissolution, legal separation, and equitable division of marital property.
• Child custody and parenting time: Formulating shared parenting plans, handling custody battles in domestic relations and juvenile courts, and establishing fair visitation.
• Child support and post-decree modifications: Ensuring accurate child support calculations and representing parents in post-decree modifications and contempt proceedings.
• Appellate advocacy: Preparing persuasive appellate briefs and arguing before Ohio appellate courts to overturn unjust trial outcomes.

Uncompromising Defense Against State and Federal Charges

A criminal arrest triggers immediate jeopardy, and talking to law enforcement officers without legal counsel can irreparably damage your case. Stephenie Lape meticulously inspects every police report, scrutinizes search warrants, and exposes inconsistencies in officer testimony. If you need a lawyer urgently following an arrest or criminal indictment in Hamilton County, Clermont County, or Warren County, our office provides 24/7 responsiveness. We file decisive suppression motions and refuse to accept unfavorable plea bargains when an outright dismissal or acquittal at trial is possible.

Steadfast Advocacy in Family and Custody Disputes

Domestic relations cases carry profound emotional strain. Stephenie N. Lape approaches divorce and custody controversies with direct honesty and tactical skill. Recognizing that parenting arrangements define your child future, she fights tenaciously against parental alienation, improper income reporting, and uncooperative ex-partners. Clients receive clear, candid guidance at every step, empowering them to make informed choices while their attorney aggressively protects their parental and financial security.

Why Choose Stephenie N. Lape, PLLC

Clients choose Stephenie N. Lape because she pairs analytical intellect with an unmatched work ethic. Having earned accolades such as Super Lawyers Rising Stars and Top 40 Under 40 recognition, attorney Lape refuses to back down from formidable prosecutors or aggressive opposing counsel. When you seek to find a lawyer who treats your defense with urgency and respect, contact Stephenie N. Lape, PLLC today at (513) 621-8710 to schedule a confidential legal consultation.