Celina Family Lawyers

I am the managing partner of Holzfaster, Cecil, McKnight & Mues located in Dayton, Ohio. We have been serving clients legal needs since 1942. Our firm offers exemplary advice in the areas of Divorce, Family Law, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate Administration, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and other Litigation matters. I am very passionate about Family Law and would encourage you to check out my Blog, The Ohio Family Law Blog. http://www.hcmmlaw.com/

While providing the personal attention of a small firm, our experience, knowledge of the law, qualified/trained staff, and cutting-edge technology, allow us to provide our clients with the highest quality legal services.

We use prompt, effective communication and action to assist individuals and small businesses in resolving their legal needs. We provide tailored legal services for complex matters.

We advise clients in all phases of their legal issues, including planning, strategies, negotiations, alternative dispute resolution, and litigation. We utilize a network of affiliated professional consultants, including other attorneys, to provide our clients with specialized counsel in a wide variety...

Ellen B. Rittgers, listed again in Ohio Super Lawyers was named in the Cincinnati Top 50 and Cincinnati Top 25 Women Lawyer lists. A former triathlete and devoted yogi, Ellen has been in private practice for over 40 years. A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Miami University, she graduated from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 1979. Although Ellen has experience in many areas of the law, for the last 35 years she has limited her practice to family law, notably divorce, dissolution, child custody, and collaborative law. In 2007 Ellen was elected President of the Warren...

I am a Columbus area attorney serving Franklin and the surrounding counties. My practice focuses primarily on Domestic Relations issues, including Child Custody, Divorce, Dissolution, and Adoption.

I have always had a strong interest in helping people and easing their burden in stressful situations. I find great fulfillment in being able to provide my clients a shoulder to lean on during stressful times as well as guidance in navigating the often confusing legal system. I work tirelessly to protect the best interests of my clients and obtain the best results for their case. I love...

Sallie Conyers has been practicing law for 18 years after attending Salmon P. Chase College of Law and earning her BA from Miami University. Sallie has diverse experience in many different areas of law, including all aspects of Creditors’ Rights litigation, Labor and Employment, Contracts, Corporate matters and Workers’ Compensation. She spent several years in Business Administration, Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management although her primary practice area has always been in Domestic Relations and Estate Planning/Administration. This is a natural focus as she prefers those areas of law that require a more personal approach. Sallie is...

The owner of his own firm located in Cincinnati, Ohio, Zachary D. Smith focuses his practice exclusively on family law matters. Providing representation to clients throughout the state, he assists people who are facing the end of their marriage and helps them deal with such divorce-related issues such as property division, child custody and visitation, and spousal and child support. An accomplished litigator, Mr. Smith is also a trained family law mediator and has extensive experience in collaborative divorce proceedings as well. Other family law matters that Mr. Smith handles include paternity disputes and the obtaining of protective orders for...

The Law Office of Anthony W. Greco is committed to providing each and every Client with professional, aggressive and practical representation, while being sensitive to the Client’s unique concerns and goals. With more than 20 years of experience as a Columbus Ohio Divorce Attorney and Child Custody Lawyer, our “results driven” firm is equipped with the experience and attitude necessary to deal with each and every issue involved in Divorce, Dissolution, Child Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support, Grandparent Custody or Visitation, as well as all other legal matters involved in any Family Law case. From the financially complex, “high asset”...

Greg Porter was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. He graduated from Bishop Fenwick High School in Middletown and then successfully completed Ohio's Firefighter Training Program. Afterwards, he found a call to serve his country and joined the United States Marine Corps Reserves. Fresh out of basic and combat training, Greg began his studies at the University of Cincinnati. In his second year of college, his studies were put on hold when he was called to serve a tour of duty in Iraq. Upon returning from active duty, he finished his Bachelor's degree. He then obtained his Juris Doctor from...

Samuel is an experienced trial attorney whose versatile legal background has uniquely tailored him into a solid family law attorney. Starting as an assistant prosecuting attorney, Samuel gained valuable courtroom experience before transitioning to private practice. There, he focused on assisting small businesses with transactional matters and litigation, while also offering services in estate planning, probate estate administration, and Medicaid planning. As Samuel’s family law practice grew, he later joined a nationwide family law firm, where he refined his skills in divorce and family law over the better part of a decade. Part of an in-house litigation team, Samuel not...

Jeffrey D. Fish has been providing legal services in Central Ohio since 1991. He is certified by the Ohio State Bar Association as a specialist in Family Relations Law. His practice areas include family law (including adoption, child support, collaborative divorce, custody, dissolution, divorce, prenuptial agreements and visitation) as well as probate matters, and real estate law. He is a Past-President and current board member of the Central Ohio Academy of Collaborative Divorce Professionals, Inc. He has also had advanced training in interdisciplinary collaborative divorce.

Jeffrey D. Fish promotes collaborative divorce as a better way to terminate a marriage....

Gurtner Law, LLC is a law firm located in Columbus, OH dedicated to serving the legal needs of people with issues related to divorce/domestic relations/family law as well as consumer bankruptcy and probate.

Our firm provides representation in regards to: Family Law, Domestic Relations/juvenile matters, Federal and State taxation, and numerous civil related business matters. Our practice areas and philosophy are fully detailed in my website www.deanhines.com. We have offices in Dayton and Columbus, Ohio. Our firm serves all counties in Southwest and Central Ohio. We pride ourselves in providing aggressive and conscientious representation taking into account the needs and goals of our clients. I have a BV rating from Martindale Hubbell which is an attorney rating service in which you are graded by your peers. We are committed...

For 16 years, I have represented clients with their divorce and custody cases. Simply put, your case will go in one of two directions:

1. Amicable Resolution

If possible, I will strive to resolve your case amicably. This will keep your legal fees low, speed the process and reduce your stress. Diligent and no-nonsense, I get things done without wasting your time or financial resources.

2. Contentious Litigation:

Amicable resolutions are not always possible, particularly if the other side is unreasonable. When things get ugly, you need an attorney who will represent your interests aggressively. Experienced and battletested, I will get you the...

Michael’s practice is wide ranging. He handles both criminal and civil matters and can help most individuals with just about any legal problem they encounter. Mike has represented clients facing a variety of felony and misdemeanor criminal charges including DUI, theft, assault, fraud, and drug possession/abuse. In civil matters, he has successfully represented clients in both state and federal courts in legal disputes arising from contracts, land use, foreclosures, automobile accidents, collections, Lemon Laws, and other consumer protection statutes. As a former Guardian ad Litem for the Franklin County Courts, Mike is well versed in juvenile and family law. He...

I started my legal career in Columbus by clerking for a prominent firm in 1996. Shortly thereafter, while working my way through undergraduate studies, I attended Capital University Law School where I graduated in the top 10% of my class. I worked for two large firms in Columbus until I settled in with a practice located in Dublin for numerous years. After wanting more freedom to handle cases the way I felt best for my clients, I decided to start my own firm. I know have the freedom to spend the time necessary to make sure...

I am a OSBA Board Certified Family Law Specialist located in Westerville, Ohio. I strive to provide high quality yet affordable legal representation in all areas of domestic relations and custody matters. If I can be of service, please contact my office.

With over a decade of legal experience, Attorney Christine Smith focuses her practice primarily on family law and divorce cases. She joined her father, Gary Smith’s, firm in 2008 to create Smith & Smith Law Office LLC, Lucas County’s premier family law firm.
Ms. Smith earned her B.A. magna cum laude from the University of Akron in 2003 and her J.D. from the University of Toledo in 2007. Before law school, she worked as a family law paralegal for her father for several years. Ms. Smith also has experience working as a prosecutor for the Villages of Swanton and Metamora....

Chelsea Long graduated summa cum laude and third in her class from Capital University Law School in 2010, where she received her Juris Doctor. While attending Capital, Chelsea was a research assistant to Professor Susan M. Gilles, clerked for Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, and externed for Judge Jeffrey Sutton in the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. She was a member of the Capital University Law Review as a staff member in her second year and as a Research Editor in her third year. Prior to law school, she attended Ohio University, where she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Music History...

Lauren exclusively practices Family Law. She represents her clients in all aspects of Family Law, including divorce, dissolution, child custody, spousal support, grandparents’ rights, prenuptial agreements, and protection orders. She is dedicated to helping guide people through complex issues with expertise. Additionally, Lauren brings empathy and compassion into her advocacy. Lauren values open and frequent communication with clients. Further, Lauren believes in alternative dispute resolution such as mediation, arbitration, and settlement conferences. However, she recognizes this path is not always possible, and as such, is an ardent litigator. Ultimately, Lauren brings steadfastness, humility, and empathy into all of her cases.

At Cavinder Law Office, our philosophical approach is to represent you as we would wish to be represented ourselves in the most important of our affairs. For each and every client, in each and every case, we understand that the best representation is achieved only through placing ourselves in the shoes of the client so that we can fully understand and empathize with his or her situation.

Our law firm was established in 2016 by attorney W. Scott Russell, who has been handling family law cases since graduating from the University of Dayton School of Law in 2004. He began his legal career as an associate for a prestigious Cincinnati attorney before joining another prominent law firm as a partner in 2011, and ultimately forming his own law firm. W. Scott Russell has received many honors over the course of his career, including being listed in Super Lawyers and being named a Top 40 family lawyer under 40 by the American Society of Legal Advocates.

Stephen R. King is a partner and one of the noteworthy Cincinnati family law attorneys at King, Koligian & Associates, LLC. His decision to become a lawyer stemmed from his desire to interact and help people with their predicament. After receiving his law degree at the University of Cincinnati, Attorney King has focused his practice on family law litigation, including collaborative law. His passion for his work and clients earned him the title of outstanding lawyer in the Cincinnati Business Courier’s edition of Who’s Who in Greater Cincinnati Law. Discuss your case with Attorney King when you call (513) 793-2353.

For over 35 years, Joseph Candito has been providing effective and compassionate legal representation to individuals and families in Hamilton, Clermont, Butler and Warren Counties. My primary practice is in Probate, Estate Planning, Criminal, and Family Law; and have experience in a wide variety of legal issues including but not limited to Small Business Incorporation, Residential Real Estate Practice and Personal Injury matters. We are a full service general practice firm.

Family Law Practice for over 30 years in Butler County. Practice dedicated to family and marital law, representing clients for matters related to marriage, family, and children. Practice includes preparing Wills and other estate planning for clients. (Prior to 1994, additional years of law practice with various law firms.) Fully trained and qualified as collaborative law lawyer since 2002. Court experience includes co-counsel for three capital murder cases, civil and criminal jury trials. Other experience includes thousands of civil and other court hearings, numerous consultations and representation of clients with varied legal matters and concerns. ...

Jeffrey E. Buskirk started his practice in 1989 at the current location of 4178 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio. The firm currently has four lawyers with each attorney focusing in a separate area of law. We strive to provide quality legal representation at a competitive price. Communication with the client is of the utmost importance.

I am the chief integral element of the Bergman and Yiangou Law firm. I received my BA from the Ohio State University in 1966, and my JD (Juris Doctor) from Capital University Law School in 1970. I spent a year as an Assistant Attorney General in the Workers' Compensation Section. I have been in private practice since 1972. I am a member of the Ohio State and Columbus Bar Associations, and a Trustee for the CEC (Consumer Education Coalition).

H. Leon Hewitt has always had a passion to be of service to others. Over his 19 years of legal practice he recognizes that every case is different with its own set of problems but also its own set of solutions. Attorney Hewitt believes that listening is a skill that is key to helping clients achieve their goals. He will always be a fierce advocate in representing your case and believes in positive client outcome. Prior to entering the field of law, he worked for over twenty years as a licensed pharmacist. He has volunteered his time as a Big...

As Practice Manager at the firm, Jessica ensures that all clients receive the most informative and comprehensive care related to their specific matters. She manages all day-to-day operations of the Practice and makes certain that clients are given the highest level of personalized service from the minute they contact the firm. Since joining the firm, Jessica has served in a variety of capacities. In every role, she has proven to be an invaluable asset in the areas of client management, case coordination, marketing, and the operations of the law practice. She effectively communicates, manages the firm’s resources and strategies, and enables...

John Bates is a Columbus, Ohio based attorney who handles criminal defense, traffic, motor vehicle accident, child custody, divorce, and Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases. I practice in central Ohio, which includes Franklin, Delaware, Union, Knox, Licking, Fairfield, Pickaway, and Madison counties. I have been representing families and their legal needs since 1993. I represent clients at all levels of the Ohio state and federal court systems. With over 20+ years of legal and litigation experience, I am strongly qualified to handle your specific legal situation. As your attorney, I provide quality and affordable legal representation...

In addition to practicing Domestic Relations, Marisa has extensive practice experience in Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury. She has a demonstrated history of successful advocacy and litigation experience. Along with practicing Law, Marisa has worked as a professor at both graduate and undergraduate levels. PERSONAL Marisa is a Cincinnati native and currently lives in West Chester, Ohio. Marisa is married and has a blended family. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering with her children’s activities, working out, playing board games, and coaching Girls on the Run. Marisa also loves to travel whenever she gets the chance and spends lots of time...

Attorney Adam Fogelman is the founder and owner of The Fogelman Law Firm LLC, which has law offices in Hamilton, Batavia and Cincinnati, Ohio. A nationally ranked lawyer with more than 21 years of legal experience, Mr. Fogelman focuses his practice primarily on family law, and he provides invaluable counsel and support to clients in Butler, Clermont and Hamilton counties and beyond who are going through divorces or have other serious legal issues affecting their families. In addition to his expertise in Family Law, Mr. Fogelman practices civil litigation and other legal areas, working for years with some of the biggest...

Edward F. Whipps & Associates was established in 1992 by Mr. Whipps who had been a partner for over 30 years in large law firms including the international firm of Thompson, Hine & Flory. Mr. Whipps has earned a reputation as a capable and effective matrimonial lawyer and he has been an active bar and community leader. He has served as President of the Ohio Board of Psychology, the Upper Arlington Board of Education, The Upper Arlington Chamber of Commerce, Creative Living, Inc. and Unverferth House He has also served as a National Vice President of...

Mr. Atkins practices in the areas of Domestic Relations (Divorce), Criminal Defense, Personal Injury (Wrongful Death), Evictions (Civil), and Probate and Estates. 90% of his practice is devoted to Litigation. He also is often an acting prosecutor and acting judge. Chris represents his clients with the intentions of helping them even after the case settles. His goal is to not only win the case, but to help his client’s take the correct next steps after the case. As a tenured lawyer, Chris is dedicated to helping his clients in their time of need.

I was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio on the westside. I attended Walnut Hills High School and was a cheerleader for four years. I also participated in theater classes and productions throughout my time at Walnut Hills. Walnut prepared me for my next steps in life. I attended Butler University in Indianapolis where I majored in history and minored in psychology. Law school became an interest of mine at age 16. If I could not make it in, then I wanted to teach high school history. I was lucky enough to be accepted to the University of Dayton School of Law....

Erika M. Smitherman was born in Norwalk, Ohio and graduated from Norwalk High School in 1993. She earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from The Ohio State University, with minors in both English and Philosophy. Ms. Smitherman remains active in the Ohio State Alumni Association. After graduating from Ohio State, Ms. Smitherman furthered her studies at Capital University Law School. After graduating from Capital in May 2000, she was sworn into the Ohio Bar in November 2000. ?Ms. Smitherman began employment at the Ohio Attorney General’s Office in the Consumer Protection Section and later, she simultaneously...

Attorney Aaron Hartley is devoted to delivering an exceptionally high level of attention, information, and professional service to each of his clients, and to achieving the favorable, cost-effective, and expeditious resolution of each client matter.

Larry S. Hayman is a Principal and Founder of Hayman Law, LLC and is admitted to practice law before all state courts and agencies in the State of Ohio as well as before the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. He has significant litigation experience in a wide variety of forums across the state. Indeed, Mr. Hayman has successfully tried cases in court, presented cases on appeal, and represented clients in numerous adminstrative proceedings before, among others, the Ohio Elections Commission, the Ohio Department of Education, State Employment Relations Board, and the U.S. Equal...

Attorney Connor Reilly understands that any criminal conviction can have a lifelong impact on a client’s life. That is why Connor handles every case, big or small, with the zealous dedication that it deserves. Since graduating from the University of Cincinnati College of Law, Connor has spent his entire career fighting for his clients in juvenile, misdemeanor, and felony court. Prior to joining our firm, Connor worked within the Hamilton County and Clinton County Court systems. His previous experience working in the Court has given him invaluable insight into the inner workings of the criminal justice system and the ability to...

Gerald “Jay” Babbitt, a partner at Babbitt & Dahlberg, has spent more than 30 years as an Ohio divorce lawyer earning the respect and trust of his clients along with the central Ohio legal community. Known for his no-nonsense negotiating skills, anyone across the table from Jay knows he has zero tolerance for dishonesty. As a certified OSBA Family Relations Law Specialist, he has a notable track record for securing favorable judgments for his clients, inside and outside the courtroom, primarily for cases involving high income, complex property division, prenuptial agreements, spousal support, child support and child custody. ...