Law Office of Lucas Wilder
Successfully Representing Clients For Over 23 Years
Law Firm
The Law Office of Lucas Wilder is a criminal defense law firm which prides itself on aggressive and successful representation and personal attention to clients. For over 23 years I have successfully defended those charged with crimes and have consulted with and/or represented over 3,500 persons charged with crimes. I have defended over 2,000 cases at the trial and appellate levels. I encourage you to read about my past cases, clients reviews, peer endorsements, etc. at: https://www.avvo.com/attorneys/45402-oh-lucas-wilder-545044.html
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Memberships / Invitations / Selections
Avvo Rated Top Lawyer 2022 & 2023
National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Inc. "Top 10 Attorney Award For The State of Ohio""
Criminal Law "Best 10 Attorneys" for Ohio
National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Lawyers In Ohio
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers
Premier Lawyers of America
Ohio State Bar Association
Dayton Bar Association
Criminal Law and Employment Law committees (DBA)
Greene County Bar Association
U.S. Federal District Court
U.S. Federal 6th Circuit Court of Appeals
Greater Dayton Volunteer Lawyers Project
Volunteer Activities / Clubs
Head Coach Boys' Rec & Select Baseball (Centerville: 2010-2022; Midland Warriors Organization: 2022-present)
Head Coach Girls' Basketball (Centerville Hustle: 2017-2024 & Brandie Hoskins Academy: 2023-2024)
Head Coach Boys' Rec & Select Basketball (Centerville Hustle: 2010-2019)
Centerville Baseball League Board Member and Commissioner (2014-present)
Centerville Quarterback Club (2020-2023)
Greater Dayton Volunteer Lawyer Project (2001-present)
Education
Gibson Southern High School. Ft. Branch, Indiana 1994
University of Southern Indiana. Bachelor of Arts (Double Major in History & Political Science) 1998. Graduated Cum Laude
University of Dayton School of Law. Juris Doctor 2001
Educational / Employment Backdrop
From 1994 thru 1998 I attended the University of Southern Indiana taking coursework towards a double major in Political Science and History. During college I interned at the Vanderburgh County courthouse in Evansville, Indiana. In May 1998 I graduated with honors from USI with a Bachelor of Arts degree.
After graduating, I attended a law school preparatory seminar at American University in Washington, D.C. In the Fall of 1998, I enrolled in law school at the University of Dayton. My coursework at U.D. School of Law consisted of: Criminal Law; Criminal Procedure; Search and Seizure Law; Employment Law; Legal Rights of the Individual Employee; Discrimination in the Workplace; Civil Trial Practice; and Family Law.
During law school I received two C.A.L.I. Excellence for the Future Awards® in the fields of Trial Practice and Law and Aging. While enrolled at U.D., I was also employed by a local Dayton law office. I graduated from U.D. School of Law in May 2001. I passed the July 2001 Ohio Bar Exam and received my license to practice law in November 2001. Since passing the bar I established, and have maintained, a successful solo practice for over 21 years.
Business Approach
Born and raised in a small, rural community I have a strong appreciation for respect, hard work and a love for the "underdog". This upbringing also instilled in me a strong compassion for all persons and their rights. I grew up watching my parents work hard, run their own businesses and care for their community and customers.
I began my own practice in 2001 primarily to ensure my clients would get the one-on-one service and accountability that many law firms often cannot provide.
Awards
Law Day Counsel Award For Criminal Defense of 1st and 2nd Degree Felony Cases