Allen County Lawyers

13+ Years of Litigation Experience Seven years spent as an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) with the Corrections Unit in the Corrections Litigation (Criminal Justice) Section of the Ohio Attorney General’s Office (AG’s Office); over six years serving as an Assistant Disciplinary Counsel (ADC) in the Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC), an Ohio Supreme Court division. 2000 to Early ’07 The AG’s office: As an AAG specifically, I saw civil litigation brought by inmates, as well as that presented on behalf of committed youths. Employees of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitations and Corrections (DRC) and the Ohio Department of Youth Services (DYS) required representation...

Born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1986, Dennis E. Sawan has been a personal injury and civil rights litigator since 2013. His legal experience is remarkable for his relatively young age – spanning nearly 18 years. When he was only eighteen years old, he began working in the Toledo Municipal Court as an intern for the Public Defender’s Office. This afforded him the unique ability to observe thousands of hours of live courtroom proceedings in both civil and criminal law. Dennis comes from a family of 5 lawyers, so he was always naturally drawn to the legal profession. He began school at...

Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from The Ohio State University
Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School
Admitted to practice by the Supreme Court of Ohio in 1983
29 years mortgage lending experience
Member of the Ohio and Columbus Bar Associations

Harold Paddock Co. LPA is a solo law practice devoted to mediation, arbitration, litigation and general practice

Representing clients throughout Ohio since 1994. Practice limited to domestic law (custody/divorce/dissolution), criminal law, business transactions and litigation.

For over 30 years Jon “Jack” Cope has earned the respect and trust of his clients along with the legal community as he offers comprehensive family law solutions to his Clients in Franklin and Delaware Counties and the surrounding geographical areas. Specialty areas include: Termination of Marriage Divorce and Marital Dissolution Alimony and Spousal Support Family owned and Small Business Evaluation Tracing of non-marital assets (i.e. Separate Property tracing) Early Planning and Divorce “need to know” Children Matters: Child Custody/Parenting Time Child Support Paternity issues School Placement Problems arising after the Decree Post Decree Contempt and other Motions Recognized...

Attended Watterson High School, The Ohio State University and Capital University Law School. Since then, just helping ordinary people with extraordinary problems every day.

We represent clients who have a need for immediate advice and concentrated service from experienced legal counsel. The firm’s partners and associates have all served as counsel in large national law firms and are focused on providing responsive and personalized legal services to every client, big or small. Most of our clients are referred by former clients, friends and colleagues in the national law firms, who trust our judgment and proven ability to ‘get the job done.’ Our areas of practice consist of litigation, trial work, and class action services, which has specifically included business litigation...

Joseph focuses on the complex realm of federal criminal defense and federal constitutional law. With a specific emphasis on federal firearms and drug law, he combines profound professionalism with fervent dedication. Throughout every legal engagement, Joseph's unwavering commitment to upholding justice and safeguarding the rights of his clients remains palpable. His incisive analytical prowess, coupled with his artful advocacy, positions him as an influential presence within the legal arena. Notably, Joseph derives genuine enthusiasm from crafting US Supreme Court briefs and has been called upon as an expert witness in high-profile cases of national significance. Furthermore, Joseph's unyielding devotion to remaining...

With Elizabeth Schmitz, Attorney at Law, you receive the assistance of an attorney who is committed to building and maintaining a lifetime relationship with every client. That relationship is based on integrity, compassion and exceptional service. Whether you are concerned about planning for the future, administering a loved one's estate or handling business matters, I will take the time to understand your goals and tailor my legal representation to meet your needs.

I'm a great listener. I love finding solutions for clients.

Diligent and hardworking litigation attorney with over 10 years of experience, who consistently takes initiative and delivers creative solutions to achieve positive results for clients. Possesses an unyielding work-ethic, passion and skill, while bringing a positive attitude and sense of humor to the legal field. Skilled advocate for legal rights and protections.

Michael J. Hayes, Esq. is a central-Ohio based attorney specializing in Criminal Defense/OVI. Mr. Hayes started practicing law in 1998 after over a decade-long stint working in the local court system. He understands folks need to be represented by a zealous and diligent attorney who will bring energy and dedication to each and every case to ensure rights are preserved and fundamental liberties are protected.

Mike is a graduate of Wittenberg University with a B.A. in Political Science and he received his J.D. from Capital Law School, He has also served as appellate review counsel for the Ohio Department of...

Courtney is a founding partner of Cousino & Weinzimmer LLC who has practiced bankruptcy for 16+ years helping thousands of people overcome financial difficulties. Because of this experience, she has the knowledge and understanding of the law required to help people begin the journey to a more secure financial future. Being a part of a boutique law firm that dedicates their skills to one area of law means that she focuses her time on very individualized solutions to managing debt related issues. Courtney is proud to assist in helping people resolve their financial hardships. Outside of the courtroom, she spends significant...

The Law Offices of Dennis C. Belli is a Columbus, Ohio-based law firm that specializes in criminal defense trial and appellate litigation. When I started this firm in 1984, I had one goal in mind - to seek justice and protect the rights of the criminally accused. Our mission is straightforward - to treat every client as an individual deserving of respect, understanding, and aggressive advocacy. Every client is assured of our commitment to thorough preparation, integrity, and the highest standards of the legal profession in the handling of his or her case.

A first generation college graduate with a goal of becoming an attorney since he was in the third grade, Chris understands firsthand the value of passion and perseverance. You can feel confident that your case will benefit from that same drive. Chris focused his law school curriculum on business law. After graduating from law school, Chris practiced in a general practice law firm for eight years. During those eight years, Chris practiced in the areas of family law, criminal defense, employment law, real estate, and general civil litigation. Since that time, he has practiced almost exclusively in family law. Chris...

As founder of Soroka & Associates, LLC, Roger R. Soroka represents the rights of people in Columbus, Ohio. He focuses his practice on handling criminal defense cases. In 2004, Mr. Soroka received a Bachelor of Science in finance from Miami University in Ohio. He then earned a Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School in 2007. Protecting his clients' rights is Mr. Soroka's priority. He knows the serious consequences associated with a criminal charge or conviction. He has spent his career taking on even the most challenging cases. A skilled litigator, he knows how to build a strong...

We have an outstanding record of successful results for our 100% immigration law practice. We represent clients in immigration matters including employment-based, family-based, and removal litigation. We litigate immigration cases before the Immigration Court, the District Courts, and the United States Courts of Appeals.

We provide assistance in resolving immigration challenges faced by employees and employers, and individuals with a desire to live and work in the United States.

Our firm was consecutively ranked as a Tier 1 law firm in the field of Immigration Law by U.S. News and Best Lawyers, the leading survey of lawyers worldwide in 2010, 2011,...

Mr. Towster provides legal counsel on a broad range of issues, including special education, litigation defense, and labor and employment matters. Mr. Towster is devoted to providing representation to employers and school districts.

John primarily focuses his practice on construction law. He represents contractors and project owners in front-end construction contract negotiations, as well as claims arising out of commercial construction projects of all sizes in both arbitration and litigation proceedings. John has litigated cases from inception to conclusion at the trial court and throughout the appellate process, including arguing a complex contractual issue before the Ohio Supreme Court. Although he has extensive experience in civil litigation and focuses his practice on construction law related issues, John has considerable experience assisting businesses with legal matters outside the courtroom. In addition, he collaborates with Taft...