Our Attorneys

ATTORNEY
DARREN L. MEADE​

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DARREN L. MEADE​

ATTORNEY
DARREN L. MEADE​

Attorney

With his Juris Doctorate from the University of Akron School of Law (1994), Attorney Meade passed the Ohio Bar Exam in the 99th percentile for Criminal Law and in the 90th percentile for Constitutional Law. Since then, Attorney Meade has grown his knowledge of Criminal Law by actively using and enhancing his skills through being an active voice for those within the community. A 27-year Veteran of Criminal Law, Darren’s career spans Prosecutor, Public Defender and Criminal Defense Attorney. His energy, tenacity, intelligence, quick-wit and experience give him an edge over most attorneys. He has tried hundreds of jury trials and even argued (successfully!) in front of the Ohio Supreme Court. In 2016, Attorney Meade partnered with Attorney Kelly Parks to open Parks and Meade Law Firm in order to help those who have been accused and in need of expert help, care, and understanding in the Central Ohio area. No matter what the circumstance, Attorney Meade has the experience, and passion to help you with your criminal legal matters.

Area of practice

  • Civil Protection Orders
  • Domestic Violence
  • Felony Offenses
  • Sex Offenses
  • Sex Registry Adjustment

Bar Admission Memberships:

  • Ohio Bar: 1994; 99th Percentile: Criminal Law; 90th Percentile: Constitutional Law
  • Pennsylvania Bar: 1995
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio: 1996
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit: 1998

PROFESSIONAL Memberships:

  • American Bar Association
  • Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Vindicator Publications Committee
  • Ohio Municipal Attorneys Association
  • Central Ohio Association of Juvenile Lawyers
  • Columbus Bar Association
  • Fairfield County Bar Association

Contact information

attorney practice areas

ATTORNEY
KELLY C. PARKS​
  • Adoption
  • Advance Directives
  • Elder Care Planning
  • Estate Plans
  • Special Needs Trusts
  • Wills and Powers of Attorney
ATTORNEY
JACOB D. BECKER
  • Drug-Related Offenses
  • Juvenile Offenses
  • Misdemeanor Offenses
  • Theft
  • Traffic
ATTORNEY
DAN GURTER
  • Alimony/Spousal Support
  • Child Support
  • Custody
  • Divorce and Dissolution
  • Parenting Time

When in need, call
Parks and Meade