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Zachuary Meranda

Zachuary Meranda

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  • Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ...
  • Ohio
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A. E. June 6, 2022
Took my money after not representing me There was a payment mix up that occurred and my bank did a chargeback because they red flagged the transaction. After he called to notify me, I immediately called my bank and told them it was an approved transaction. However, between PayPal and my bank, it took a long period of time to reverse the charge. A couple weeks later, the law firm dropped my case and I had to get a public defender within 2 days of the court date just because I was under the impression the bank was taking care of the matter but they assumed I was “playing games.” I hired them to avoid going to jail for something I didn’t do, but ended up going to jail for 30 days. After I got released, the bank finally released the payment of $2000 to them and the law firm took all of it. They said it took that long to go my discovery documents. I even offered to give them up to $800 for their time. And then he has the nerve to get nippy with me on the phone when I was trying to explain exactly what happened. Zack is only looking out for his pocket. Do not hire. They don’t have your back.
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Biography

Zachuary Meranda is a dedicated criminal defense lawyer practicing in the Columbus, Ohio area. Attorney Meranda graduated cum laude from Thomas M. Cooley Law School and was admitted to the Ohio State Bar in 2008, as well as the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio in 2009. Today, he pursues his passion of defending individuals who have been wrongfully accused of all types of crimes. Attorney Meranda began his career as a public defender with the Washtenaw County Public Defender’s Office. He came to realize that he was the last line of defense for many, which cultivated his passion for criminal defense. He later went on to practice with Crabbe, Brown & James, LLP, where he gained experience in extensive research and writing on complex legal issues. Through this, he learned two vital skills as an attorney: the ability to write persuasively and the ability to pay attention to detail. These skills continue to serve him and his clients well to this day. Later in his career, Attorney Meranda worked for Scotts Miracle-Gro Company as a contract lawyer in pursuit of further legal knowledge and experience. During this time, he assisted in all facets of Federal EPA investigations, as well as audits of pesticides manufactured by an eight-billion-dollar consumer products company. Meranda eventually began to long for more personal relationships with clients and decided to found his own firm. Attorney Zachuary T. Meranda founded The Meranda Law Firm LTD in 2008, focusing his practice on criminal defense. His wife Rossia Meranda became a partner in 2009 and was able to add her experience in juvenile affairs. Attorney Edward A. Itayim joined the firm, as well, and contributed his experience in juvenile affairs and criminal defense. Today, Attorney Zachuary Meranda strives to provide personal attention to each of his clients and is available 24/7 to provide the service that they need.

Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
White Collar Crime
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Retainer
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Ohio
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Languages
  • English
  • Spanish
Professional Experience
Attorney
Washtenaw County Public Defender's Office
Current
Attorney
Crabbe, Brown & James, LLP
Current
Contract Lawyer
Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
Current
Owner/Attorney
The Meranda Law Firm LTD
Current
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D. - Cum Laude
J.D.
Honors: Graduated Cum Laude
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Wright State University
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Awards
Client Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
Top Lawyers
Columbus C.E.O. Magazine
Rising Star
Ohio Super Lawyers
Top Attorney
Ohio Outstanding Young Lawyer
Professional Associations
Columbus Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Licking County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Fairfield County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Ohio State Bar
Member
- Current
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American Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Zachuary T. Meranda
Website
Blog
Columbus Criminal Law Blog
Contact & Map
The Meranda Law Firm LTD
729 South 3rd Street
Columbus, OH 43206
US
Telephone: (614) 707-4239
Fax: (740) 349-0040
The Meranda Law Firm LTD
33 West Main Street
Suite 205
Newark, OH 43055
US
Telephone: (740) 349-8000