Belmont County Elder Law Lawyers

George H. Lovett is a founding partner of Lovett & Lovett. Mr. Lovett brings years of experience and insight to each case that he handles—unique traits which earned him the title “Best Attorney” in the 1997 Piqua Daily Call “Best of the Best” readership poll. As a certified expert by the Ohio State Bar Association in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law, Mr. Lovett uses his extensive knowledge to help clients and their families effectively work through legal matters in the areas of Wills and Trusts, Probate, Guardianship, and Medicaid and Nursing Home Planning. Mr. Lovett is also an...

Jacintha Kraft Balch is an Ohio Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust, holds the highest Martindale Hubbell AV rating available to any lawyer, and has been named as one of Central Ohio's Top Lawyers in C.E.O. Magazine. She founded Balch Law in 1991. The firm's practice is dedicated to providing large firm experience with small firm attention. She is a member of The Columbus Foundation's Professional Advisory Board, has served on the Columbus Jewish Foundation's Professional Advisory Board and as a Board Member of Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio. She is a frequent speaker at continuing legal education...

As the other founding member of the firm, Mr. Gallucci has established himself as a Rising Star in Ohio according to Northern Ohio Live and Law & Politics (2007, 2009). In addition, he was voted by his peers in the State of Ohio and named by Inside Business Magazine as one of Ohio's Leading Lawyers, Top of Their Game. His experience with Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury cases has made him a name to watch throughout the legal community. He is a member of the Cuyahoga County Bar Association and the Ohio Bar Association. He remains an active...

Probate Law including Estates, Wills, Adoptions, Guardianship, Estate Planning, Trusts

Neil H. Spike is the owner and principal of The Spike Legal Group, LLC. in Avon, OH. Mr. Spike has been an attorney since 1997, and focuses his practice on estate planning and administration, probate, elder law, asset protection and general business law. He also represents clients in domestic relations matters (with an emphasis on prenuptial agreements and post decree/modifications of custody and support), defense of OVI/DUI and other misdemeanor/traffic related offenses, foreclosure defense and other civil litigation.

Erika provides estate planning counsel to families and assists families in various aspects of elder law, including long term care planning and Medicaid planning. Erika has now translated that global experience into advocating for and counseling individuals and families in Northeast Ohio. Erika received her B.A. from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 2005 and her J.D. from the Western Michigan University Cooley Law School in 2009. She is an active member of the Latvian community, participating in various local and national Latvian social and cultural organizations. She resides locally with her family in Chagrin Falls,...

Douglas R. Jackson is the founding firm member of Jackson & Curtin with office locations in Columbus and Dayton, Ohio. He received a B. A. degree, cum laude, from Ohio University. Mr. Jackson received his M.B.A. degree from Western Kentucky University and his J.D. degree from Captial University. Mr. Jackson is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association, former chairman of the American Cancer Planned Giving Council, and is a member of the Catholic Foundation Professional Advisory Group

Tonya R. Coles, Esq. is a solo practitioner in Columbus, Ohio. She focuses her practice on elder law, estate planning, and probate law. Tonya is a graduate of Capital University Law School. She is licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio.

As a founding and managing partner of a women-owned law firm, attorney Abbie Obenour is particularly interested in efficient practice management, networking strategies for attorneys, women in the profession, and mentorship.

Areas of Practice
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Probate & Estate Administration
Adoption
Assisted Reproductive Technology
Guardian Ad Litem

Education
– Capital University Law School
Honors: Order of the Curia
Honors: Felicia Beth Nektirz Juvenile
Law Fellow with the National Center for Adoption Law and Policy
Honors: Dean’s Award for Public Service
Concentration: Family Law
– The Ohio State University
Master of Public Health
Honors: University FellowshipConcentration:
Health Behavior Health Promotion
– The Ohio State University

Bachelor of Arts summa cum laude
Honors: College of Arts and Sciences Award for Excellence...

Licensed since 1979.

I obtained my law degree in 1989 from University of Cincinnati. Prior to that I received a Masters from American University and a Bachelors and Associates degree from Thomas More College. After getting my law degree, I worked for a small firm handling all types of civil litigation including family law. After ten years, getting married and having two children, I opened my own practice. Originally I had my office on Court Street in Cincinnati Ohio. In 2008 I moved my practice just outside of downtown Cincinnati. My office is now conveniently located on...

I graduated in 1970 with a pharmacy degree and then with a law degree in 1973. I taught Pharmacy Law and business law at the Un of Cincinnati Coll of Pharmacy as an adjunct Prof for 25 years. I practiced law generally in business real estate, title work and estate and probate matters. I have had experience before the Board of Pharmacy and other Administrative agencies and 501 c 3 matters.

From a career that has spanned the globe, Nancy Wagner has brought the breadth of her experience to her hometown, with a commitment to represent local families in their estate planning and probate needs. Ms. Wagner graduated from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 1995 and joined the Washington, DC, office of Fried, Frank. Her practice there encompassed a wide range of government contracts litigation and counseling as well as white collar criminal defense and investigations. From there, Ms. Wagner joined Experience Works, Inc. of Arlington, VA, as Associate General Counsel, assisting the $100M non-profit...

Anne Ricketts has been licensed to practice law in Ohio since 1993. Anne and her husband, Greg, raised their 3 children in Findlay, Ohio. Currently practicing Elder Law and Estate Planning, Anne's focus is on creating a Custom Plan for each client. Her practice extends from Hancock County to surrounding Counties in Northwest Ohio.

Admitted to the Ohio Bar in 2012, Ms. Nagel has more than 20 years of relevant experience, including roles in a wide variety of non-profit organizations and government agencies. Committed to helping families through individualized estate planning, family law, and elder law services, particularly with respect to special needs trusts and charitable gifts, Raenell also serves the nonprofit and small business communities through expert and affordable legal services. In establishing a private practice, Nagel & Dougherty LLC, Ms. Nagel carefully chose her areas of focus in estate planning, elder law, and nonprofit and small business law to reflect...

Attorney Gregory Port actively practices law in the areas of elder law, life care Medicaid planning, probate, estate planning and real estate. His experience and core values are the cornerstones of Port Legal as a specialized advocate for your interests.

Port Legal was formed to provide highly professional, valuable, and skilled legal services to individuals, families, and businesses. Our focus areas include: real estate, probate, estate planning, Medicaid, and elder care. If you're seeking guidance on issues in any of these areas of specialty, we have the knowledge and experience required to answer your questions.

Attorney Andrea C. Kryszak has been practicing law for more than ten years at Kryszak & Associates, which is formerly known as Lessing & Kryszak; the Law Offices of Robert E. Lessing, Jr.; and Lessing & White & Roig. She focuses her practice in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate and Trust Administration, Elder Law, Real Estate and Small Business law. Ms. Kryszak's commitment to the community is manifested by her involvement with the Lorain County Bar Association as a member of the Executive Committee (Vice President), the New Lawyer Committee (Chairperson), the Fee Arbitration Panel and the Judicial...

Attorney Christopher T. Gasper is a full-service lawyer dedicated to handling complex matters related to probate, elder law, guardianships, estate planning, Medicaid issues, and real estate matters, among others. He proudly serves clients throughout Dublin, Powell, and Franklin County, offering fast response times and devoted advocacy. Through creative case solutions and tireless service, he is ready to handle clients’ legal needs. He is also well-versed in the latest technology and because of this, offers affordable solutions without the overhead. To learn more about Attorney Gasper’s practice, or to schedule your initial consultation, call Gasper Legal today.

Ernst & Associates is an established and well-regarded firm representing a broad spectrum of clients, from major corporations to family-owned businesses throughout Ohio’s southwest counties. With more than 25 years of experience in family law matters, Ernst & Associates is known in the legal and client community as a firm whose team of talented attorneys offers dedicated, innovative and cost-effective legal services.

Rose M. Mock is a licensed social worker, attorney and a former prosecutor. Rose brings a unique mix of compassion, understanding and experience that is unmatched. Licensed in Ohio and Michigan.

Chad joined Thompson, Dunlap & Heydinger, Ltd. in January 2000. Chad had practiced law and held management positions in business prior to joining the Firm. Chad began his career practicing law as an associate at the Columbus, Ohio office of the law firm Baker & Hostetler, LLP. Chad continued his legal and business career as Director of Acquisitions for OmniAmerica, Inc., a publicly held corporation located in Cleveland, Ohio. Most recently before returning to Logan County, Chad served as Director of Corporate Development and Corporate Counsel for Lattice Communications LLC in Cincinnati, Ohio. Chad is the son of Dianna Ross-Lafon...

Attorney Heather Moseman grew up in the Midwest and applies the values learned there to the practice of law. She aims to make sure that the legal problems that are presented to her are solved in the most cost-effective and straightforward way possible. Heather obtained her undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Philosophy from Southwest State University in Marshall, Minnesota. She applied her degree in the service of the chronically disabled, chronically mentally ill and for senior citizens for seven years in both Chicago, Illinois and the Cleveland area. In 2000, Ms. Moseman determined to help people on a...

Amy is an associate at Elk & Elk in Ohio and concentrates her practice on estate planning, guardianships and estate administration. Amy has been recognized as an "Ohio Rising Star" by Super Lawyer's magazine from 2010-2013. In addition, she also earned a spot on the Top 50 Women Ohio Super Lawyers and the Top 25 Women Cleveland Super Lawyers lists.

Geoffrey Kunkler joined Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP in 2014 and has been a Partner since 2018. His practice is centered around estate planning for individuals and business owners, as well as asset protection planning for retirees. He focuses primarily on the areas of estate planning, elder protection, estate administration, charitable and philanthropic planning and special needs planning. He also has extensive experience in conducting educational seminars on legal topics related to his expertise. Professional Accolades Education Geoff received his bachelor’s degree (B.A.) and master’s degree (M.A.) from Case Western Reserve University and his law degree (J.D.) from The Ohio State University...

Practice focusing on Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, Probate and Elder Law for over 20 years.

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