Attorney at Law

Joshua M. McIntosh

An accomplished trial attorney with a specialization on criminal defense who is dedicated to protecting clients’ rights and handling challenging cases in Ohio and Kentucky.

Meet A Fierce Advocate for Justice

Joshua M. McIntosh

Joshua M. McIntosh (“Josh”) has represented thousands of clients charged with everything from traffic tickets to DUIs and shoplifting to murder. He handles cases at both the state and federal levels, and as a former felony prosecutor, he is uniquely equipped to fight for his clients.
Courtroom Philosophy

When it comes to courtroom tactics, Josh’s motto is: “Be tactful, yet persistent.” It allows him to maintain great relationships with judges, prosecutors, and police officers; however, those same persons know that Josh will fight to the end for his clients. If Josh believes that a client’s constitutional rights were violated, he has no reservations filing a motion to challenge the legality of a search or stop. If Josh believes that a trial is in his client’s best interest, he will fight tooth and nail to achieve an acquittal.

Recognition and Achievements

Josh was named a Kentucky Super Lawyers “Rising Star” in 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023, based on peer recognition and professional achievement.

 

Josh McIntosh
Attorney at Law

A former felony prosecutor and federal judicial law clerk, Josh McIntosh uses his extensive experience to represent clients with integrity and dedication.

Services

Areas of Practice

Criminal Defense

Representing clients in serious criminal cases like assault, homicide, and federal crimes, ensuring strong advocacy and strategic defense.

DUI/OVI Defense

Defending against DUI charges, license suspensions, and related offenses to protect clients’ driving privileges and legal records.

Traffic Offenses

Assisting with traffic violations, CDL issues, and expungement needs to help clients maintain clean driving records.

Family Law

Providing compassionate representation in divorce, custody, and support cases, along with guidance on prenuptial and postmarital agreements.

Juvenile Law

Representing minors in legal matters, advocating for their rights and best interests in court and settlement situations.

Personal Injury

Advocating for injury victims to secure compensation for damages caused by accidents and negligence, with no fee unless successful.

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Professional Experience

Before opening Josh McIntosh Law, Josh worked as a federal Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable William O. Bertelsman of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky and as a felony prosecutor for the Kenton County Commonwealth Attorney’s Office.

Through working for Judge Bertelsman, as well as the three years he spent representing the Commonwealth of Kentucky, he developed a strong passion for all aspects of being a trial attorney, including litigating, counseling, negotiating, writing, and researching. As a life-long citizen of the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati Area, Josh now devotes his practice to serving those in his community by providing them with high-quality, results-oriented legal representation. 

Federal Judicial Clerkship

During his federal judicial clerkship, Josh further developed his excellent legal writing and research skills—both indispensable qualities for an effective trial attorney—which culminated in a published federal appellate opinion that he drafted for a case in the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.

Speaking Engagements

2024 – KACDL DUI Seminar
2023 – KACDL DUI Seminar

Felony Prosecutor Experience

During his time as a felony prosecutor, he cultivated his oral advocacy, counseling, and negotiation proficiency. For example, he represented the Commonwealth of Kentucky in numerous felony jury trials while contemporaneously managing an average caseload of above 140 felony cases, negotiating plea deals for these cases, and providing advice and counsel to police officers, victims, and witnesses on a daily basis.

Past Employment Positions

Josh McIntosh Law, Owner/Attorney – 2016 to Present
United States District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky – 2015 to 2016
Law Clerk to Judge William O. Bertelsman
Kenton County Commonwealth’s Attorney Office – 2012 to 2015
Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney
The Sanders Law Firm – 2010 to 2012
Law Clerk
Kenton County Commonwealth’s Attorney Office – 2012
Limited License Extern
United States District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky – 2011
Federal Judicial Extern

Education

After graduating from the University of Kentucky with a B.A. in History, Josh earned his law degree at Salmon P. Chase College of Law, where he worked to hone his skills through his superior work ethic and passion for success.

Results of his efforts included:
Graduating in 2012 cum laude and in the top 20% of his class.
Serving as a lead editor on the Northern Kentucky Law Review and as a member of the Moot Court Board.
The publication of two articles.
Receiving the Henry Clay Scholar academic scholarship.

Bar Admissions

Supreme Court of Kentucky, 2012
Supreme Court of Ohio, 2018
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit, 2016
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky, 2016
U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky, 2016

Affiliations

Criminal Justice Act Panel for the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Kentucky Bar Association
Northern Kentucky Bar Association
Kentucky Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Ohio State Bar Association
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Cincinnati Bar Association
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Community service

Ft. Thomas Lions Club (Past President)
Henry Hosea House, Board of Directors
American Cancer Society, Relay for Life of Campbell County
Volunteer Coach, Highlands High School Constitutional Debate Team
Judge, University of Cincinnati Law Intramural Moot Court Competition
Guest Speaker, “Law Day” at Highlands High School and Dixie Heights High School
Street Law Instructor, Chase Pro Bono Program

Publications
Martin v. Ohio County Hosp. Corp.: The Long Overdue Recognition of Post-Death Loss of Spousal Consortium and Justifications for Further Expansion of Kentucky Loss of Consortium Law, 38 N. Ky. L. Rev. 307 (2011) Legal Ethics in Hollywood – Using the Inn of Court Pupillage Model to Teach Young Attorneys by Example, The Bencher, September/October 2012 Issue