Pike County Family Lawyers

Jesse graduated from The University of Akron in 2001 with a degree in Fire Protection Technology. He graduated again in 2004 with degrees in the Arts and Emergency Management. In 2006 he received his Master's degree in Sociology and began work on his PhD. After much contemplation he decided to apply this background to the field of law and subsequently graduated from The Ohio State University in early 2009. Thereafter, Jesse has been drafting legislation and conducting legal research for members of the General Assembly. As a student and scholar Jesse has researched and published numerous articles about ways to reduce...

Brendan Mathews is an attorney in our Cincinnati/NKY office. Brendan is happy to collaborate with clients in all areas of family law, with a particular passion for fertility and assisted reproductive technology law, adoption, and divorce and child advocacy. Brendan also serves as a Panel Attorney in Hamilton County in the abuse, neglect, and dependency docket. Brendan was raised in Bardstown, KY. He attended the University of Kentucky where he earned a B.S. in Biology and a B.S. in Neuroscience and was a recipient of a Presidential Scholarship. Following his undergraduate degrees, Brendan obtained his Master of Public Health (MPH)...

Attorney Hari Sathappan grew up in Wheeling, WV, and moved to Columbus, Ohio to attend law school at The Ohio State University. Hari served as the Editor-in-Chief of the prestigious Ohio State Journal of Criminal Law. Hari was published in the Journal’s eleventh volume. During law school, Hari worked for the U.S. Attorney’s Office in both the Northern District of West Virginia and the Southern District of Ohio. Attorney Hari Sathappan began his legal career in real estate, dealing with oil and gas leases and zoning disputes. Hari’s practice shifted quickly into high asset, high conflict divorce and custody cases. Attorney...

Attorney Sanjaly Geevarghese is an Associate Attorney at our Cincinnati/NKY office. Sanjaly was born and raised in Nashville, TN. She attended Emory University where she earned a B.A. in Human Health and Psychology and was a recipient of the Brad Edwards Leadership Scholarship. Throughout her undergraduate career, Sanjaly was deeply involved in nonprofit work in her community. She worked with international students, survivors of sexual assault, medically indigent populations, and families affected by cancer. As a child of an immigrant Indian family, Sanjaly always had a desire to give back to her community through advocacy. Sanjaly graduated from the University of...

Attorney Mackenzie Redinger is passionate in his pursuit of providing women the tools to liberate themselves from harmful situations. Mackenzie is a committed to helping his clients overcome hardships, and build a new, stronger, and more resilient life. Mackenzie’s goal is to put the pieces in place for clients to have a future filled with security, hope, and happiness. Born in Dover, Ohio, Mackenzie has called Ohio home all his life. He earned his bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in Economics from The Ohio State University. Before going on to pursue his law degree from Capital University Law School,...

Before pursuing a career in law, attorney Kelsey DelMonte spent ten years working in education, honing a deep commitment to service and advocacy. This background gives Kelsey a unique perspective in understanding the diverse needs of families and empowering clients to make informed decisions during difficult times. As the first lawyer in her family, Kelsey is passionate about helping women navigate the complicated legal system with compassion, clarity, and confidence. Kelsey was born and raised on a farm in Sycamore, Ohio. She received a bachelor’s degree in History from The Ohio State University in 2012, a master’s degree in Public...

Attorney Ahmed Atari comes from a family who has pursued careers dedicated to helping others, and he has continued the tradition. Ahmed has dedicated himself to ensuring that clients of all nationalities and socioeconomic backgrounds find stability during legal hardships and have their rights protected. Born and raised in the Glass City of Toledo, Ohio, Ahmed is a life-long resident of the state. He attended the University of Toledo where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in both Professional Sales and Marketing. Ahmed later attended the University of Toledo – College of Law where he was a Contracts Teacher’s...

Kim was born and raised in Youngstown, Ohio. She attended Villa Maria Preparatory School in Pennsylvania before doing her undergraduate work at Denison University in Granville, Ohio. She worked for several years as a training officer for the State before attending Law School at the University of Akron. Kim has wide experience in criminal, family and civil law having practiced in 68 of the 88 counties in Ohio. She comes to WSM with a wealth of Domestic Relations and Juvenile court experience having worked as a hearing officer, the director of a Child Support Enforcement Agency and a Guardian...

Attorney Jennifer Scheller is the Managing Attorney for our Cincinnati/NKY office. Jen practices in all areas of divorce litigation, custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, protective orders, and adoptions. Jen believes in an educational approach to handling a case and makes sure her clients are comfortable and understand each step of this highly emotional and daunting process. Attorney Jennifer Scheller builds custom legal strategies to fit your goals and help you achieve your desired outcome. Approachable and professional, you will feel confident having Jen in your corner. Jen is an active member of the Board of Directors for a non-profit...

Nick Weiss opened his practice after years of civil litigation and in-house counsel experience. A transplant from Maine, he now represents families, individuals, and businesses, throughout northeast Ohio. He is proud to have been AV Preeminent rated by Martindale Hubbell every year since 2020 and is an Ohio Rising Star on Superlawyers.

Since 1999 I have labored to establish divorce settlements that are firm but fair and parenting-time schedules that work. Relocating and long-distance parenting plans. I resolve high-conflict situations, protective orders, and deal with parental alienation. I also have litigated a number of high value cases in both Summit and Stark Counties.

My firm also has handled a great number of high value transactions involving mineral rights, land leases and easements with energy companies. We have done joint ventures, partnerships, S corporations, LLCs, commercial and industrial developments, condominium developments or conversions and office building sales and purchases. Likewise, I...

I have been practicing law since 1993 and have owned Daniel F. Gigiano Co., L.P.A. since 2002. My practice offers vigorous and seasoned legal representation in various areas including family law (divorce, child custody, post-decree divorce), criminal defense, juvenile law, personal injury, and estate planning. My diverse practice allows me to cater to all the legal needs of my clients. By establishing a trusted relationship with my clients, I become a valuable resource for them in a significant way: if a client has a legal need that I do not handle, I assist my clients in finding other qualified attorneys...

EXPERIENCE Tonya is licensed to practice law in both Ohio and Kentucky. She limits her practice to Estate Planning and Administration, Family Law and Bankruptcy. She has been practicing since 2012. For the last two years, Tonya has transitioned from focusing on Family Law to focusing on estate planning and administration. She recently completed a certification in estate planning and is in the process of completing the advanced certification. She has 60 hours of mediation training and has previously been appointed as a GAL in multiple counties. MILITARY Tonya has been a member of the Kentucky National Guard since 2001. For the...

Corinne Hoover Six is the lead attorney of Hoover Kacyon, LLC's Family Law Practice Group and focuses her practiceexclusively on family law issues, including divorce, child custody and adoption.

Corinne knew from a very young age that she was destined to be an attorney. The daughter of Judge Kim R. Hoover and the granddaughter of the late Attorney Orval R. Hoover, Corinne grew up in a family that excelled in the legal field and taught her the value of helping others through difficult legal issues. Now, Corinne has carried on that family tradition, along with her brother, Attorney Tad...

After many years in public service, my partner and I started this practice with the goal of offering affordable legal services to working families, all while making the legal process as customer-friendly as possible. We are proud to offer a state of the art client portal system, convenient office location and hours as well as flexible payment options to serve our clients in Summit, Portage and Medina counties.

I have been in private practice for 48 years on an uninterrupted basis. I focus primarily in Employment Law and Civil Rights cases. I have extensive experience in litigation and in appellate cases. I have appeared before the United States Supreme Court and was able to obtain a successful reversal in the case of Breininger v. Sheet Metal Workers Union, 493 U.S. 67 (1989). I work very hard for my clients and devote long hours on each client's behalf in complex cases. I am a native of Toledo and my wife of 41 years, Karen, is a retired long time...

COVID-19 Notice - Our firm is working remotely. In an effort to reduce our carbon footprint we have also moved to virtual platforms, such as e-signing and cloud document uploads. It would be my firm's honor to represent and help you during your time of need. My firm is noted for our aggressive representation, meticulous preparation and fair, flat fees. Each and every client receives the personal attention that their case requires. Our firm prides itself on honor, integrity and quality representation.

Mr. Buchanan created the firm in 2013 to advocate for clients. He has advocated for numerous clients and taken care of their legal needs.
Prior to that, Mr. Buchanan graduated from Heidelberg University with his Bachelor’s degree in Economics, with minors in Finance and Communications. At Heidelberg, Mr. Buchanan had the opportunity to study Economics at the New College at Oxford. In addition, Mr. Buchanan was Station Manager of WHEI 88.9FM.
In 2004, Mr. Buchanan created Buchanan Insurance and Financial Group. Mr. Buchanan helped his financial clients as a licensed insurance and financial services...

I have been helping families of Northeast Ohio in the practice areas of divorce and family law since 1989. I was born and raised in Akron, Ohio. Before attending college, I worked in the law firm of my father Archie W. Skidmore in the 1970's. I obtained undergraduate, graduate, and law degrees and clerked in my father's law firm during the summers in the 1980's. I also worked in the Ohio Senate as an intern while at graduate school at The Ohio State University. I have two brothers who obtained their law degrees [1984,1986] and we all returned...

Divorce and family law attorney Stephen E.S. Daray established his Cleveland area law office to help clients get past the emotional and legal issues related to a divorce. Residents in and around metropolitan Cleveland, and throughout the state of Ohio and beyond, have trusted Stephen's ability to resolve or litigate a contentious divorce or assist in arriving at an amicable dissolution. His experience is combined with a commitment to improved technology will provide you with confidence, convenience and efficiency. Mr. Daray is a member of various bar associations (having served on the board of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association's Family Law...

With more than twenty years experience as a trial lawyer representing plaintiffs who have been injured by the misconduct or negligence of another, or who suffered a workplace injury, Mr. Sivinski concentrates his practice in personal injury, wrongful death, criminal defense, products liability, asbestos-related injuries and labor law and has tried in excess of 100 cases to verdict, including five multi-million dollar verdicts. Mr. Sivinski's reputation as a skilled and sophisticated litigator has enabled him to negotiate settlements in excess of $100 Million Dollars for injured clients. Mr. Sivinski has also achieved national recognition for his widespread work on...

I was elected in November 2012 and was seated on January 1, 2013. A lifelong resident of the Cuyahoga County area, growing up in Maple Heights until the age of 12, and moving to Lyndhurst where I reside today. I attended public school, graduating from Brush High School in 1975.
I have a daughter, Michelle, and understands how difficult raising a child can be as a single parent.
After Michelle graduated from college, I pursued a degree at Baldwin Wallace University and earned a degree in Human Services while working as a private investigator and a freelance designer in advertising.
I worked as...

We serve Lake County, Cuyahoga, Geauga and Ashtabula Counties. We are often serving clients in local municipal courts as well as the county courts. We strive to understand each clients unique needs in family and landlord tenant matters. We have experienced attorney's that all offer a 30 minute free consultation. We are discreet and care about each client. We never forget that the client is number 1 priority and appreciate those entrusting our office with their legal needs.