John Ryan Bernans
Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima • Oxford, OH
Dui DwiCriminal Defense DUI & DWI Drug Crime
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(513) 506-2839
Address
121 W High St, Oxford, OH, 45056, US
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About
John Ryan Bernans, known as J.R., is a distinguished criminal defense attorney based in Oxford, Ohio, specializing in criminal defense, DUI & DWI, and drug crime. A proud Ohio native, J.R. graduated summa cum laude from the University of Cincinnati’s Carl H. Lindner College of Business with a degree in accounting. He continued his academic excellence at the University of Cincinnati College of Law, graduating magna cum laude and ranking in the top ten percent of his class. His commitment to legal scholarship was evident during law school, where he served as a Citation Editor for the University of Cincinnati Law Review and was an active member of the UC Law Trial Team. Before joining the respected team at Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima, J.R. honed his legal expertise through a series of impactful roles. As a fellow with The Ohio Innocence Project, he focused on post-conviction and appellate cases, working tirelessly to exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals. This experience laid a strong foundation for his subsequent work at the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit Clinic, where he deepened his understanding of the appellate process, ensuring his clients receive the best possible representation. J.R.'s legal acumen was further refined during his tenure at Faruki PLL, where he adeptly handled complex civil and white-collar criminal cases. His unique background in accounting provides him with a strategic advantage in cases that intersect civil and criminal law, allowing him to offer unparalleled insights to individual executives, small businesses, and Fortune 500 companies alike. At Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima, J.R. applies his diverse experiences to provide comprehensive legal services in criminal defense, civil litigation, and University Title IX cases. His focus remains on identifying and implementing efficient solutions tailored to achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients.
About Dui Dwi Law
DUI/DWI attorneys defend individuals charged with drunk or impaired driving. They protect clients' rights and work to minimize consequences. Common matters include dui defense, dwi defense, license suspension, ignition interlock.
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Education
2019 University of Cincinnati College of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2016 University of Cincinnati Carl H. Lindner College of Business Bachelors in Accounting
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Updated: Jun 09, 2026