Tippecanoe Family Lawyers

Born and raised in Akron, OH, John Watters graduated from the University of Akron in the spring of 2013 with a bachelor’s degree in English, a minor in Pre-Law Philosophy, and a profound desire to help those in need. After taking some time off to enjoy being a new father, John enrolled in the University of Akron School of Law.

While attending law school, John was a member of Akron’s nationally-ranked mock trial program, where he and his team became regional champions in the American Association for Justice Trial Advocacy Competition in 2017.

Having been both an intern for...

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...

Douglas D. Jones Co., LPA was established in July, 1998 by its founder and owner, Douglas D. Jones, who has had over 34 years of experience in the northeastern Ohio region in a major law firm as well as in private practice.

Our firm's mission is to provide affordable, quality legal services in a timely manner to individuals, families and small businesses with a personal caring approach to their unique legal concerns. With this goal foremost in mind, we are committed to providing the best possible service to meet a wide variety of our clients' most common legal situations. ...

More than 20 years experience finding solutions to legal problems.

Melissa Graham-Hurd graduated from the University of Akron School of Law and has been serving clients since 1984. She is admitted to practice in all Ohio state courts and all federal courts, including the Supreme Court of the United States.

Ms. Graham-Hurd focuses on Family Law, a term that includes: termination of marriage cases, whether it is Divorce or Dissolution; post-decree matters that arise after the Decree is issued, whether they are enforcement of the Decree by contempt actions, or Motions to change the Decree regarding parenting and support issues; problems of people who never married but had children...

Victoria (Tori) Munson grew up in Barberton, Ohio and graduated from the University of Toledo in 2014 with her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice and a minor in Women’s Studies. In 2017, Attorney Munson obtained her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Toledo College of Law. Prior to graduating law school, Attorney Munson was a law clerk for various juvenile and family law offices and took part in the trial team in Law School. Following law school graduation and admission to practice as an Ohio lawyer, Attorney Munson worked as a Staff Attorney for the Stark County Public Defender’s Office, where...

Prior to forming Monica D. DeRamus, LLC, in Canton, Ohio, Monica worked as an attorney in Cleveland, OH, where she assisted local businesses in business formation, contract drafting and contract review. She also worked as a solo practitioner where her main practice consisted of domestic relations law, juvenile law, contract drafting and contract review. Currently, she focuses her practice areas to estate planning, bankruptcy, and providing legal services to small business owners. Monica was employed full-time while pursuing a law degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law at Cleveland State University. She served as a member of the Black Law Student...

Attorney Mortimer graduated from Ohio Northern University Law School in 2002 and became licensed to practice law in Ohio that same year. Mr. Mortimer has been a partner with Micheli, Baldwin, Mortimer, McLendon & Whitacre LLP since 2004.

Attorney Mortimer is committed to meeting clients whenever it is most convenient for them, however is most convenient for them, whether it be over the phone or in person at his office, your home, or another location.

Attorney Mortimer takes particular pride in assisting individuals who have been charged with OVI or other criminal offenses. He understands the potential complications that...

BANKRUPTCY, FAMILY LAW and ESTATE PLANNING Law Firm with offices throughout Northeast Ohio. We have helped thousands of clients with over a decade of experience. We offer free consultations, affordable payment plans, evening and weekend hours. Call our caring and friendly office today to let us start you on the path to the "Fresh Start" you deserve! Member: Akron, Canton, Cleveland-Metropolitan, Mahoning and Ohio Bar Associations and BBB. Call Us Today at 866-529-9010 OR visit our website OhioAttorneyNow.com .... We Can Help!

A Family Law Practice limited to: Divorce, Dissolution, Legal Separation, Allocation of Parental Rights and Responsibilities, Visitation/Companionship Time, Shared Parenting Plans, Child Support, Spousal Support, Parentage, Post-Decree Enforcement, Adoption, Juvenile Law, and Appellate Law.

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.

Attorney Linda J. Lawrence received her Juris Doctorate from the University of Cincinnati in 1990 and is an Ohio State Bar Association Board Certified Family Law Specialist. Our dedication to our clients and thorough preparation of their cases have ended in positive results for many individuals throughout Ohio. She’s active in the community and serves on the boards of numerous organizations including Grady Hospital Foundation, Franklin County Abused Children Advocacy Board, Lutheran Social Services of Ohio and Delaware Chamber of Commerce. Business First magazine has also listed her as one of the “40 Under 40” outstanding community and business leaders...

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...

Often, people feel like they need a little extra help, an extra hand to hold during their tough battles in life. That can be especially true when you're dealing with family issues or trying to stay in the country against all odds. That's why I take my responsibilities seriously. Because it's not just a job, its someone's life. And I'm glad I get to hold your hand and win our fight together. I'm licensed to practice law in the state of Ohio. I graduated with honors in both Law and Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati. I handle cases...

Attorney Gigiano has practiced law since 1993 and has been the owner of Daniel F. Gigiano Co., L.P.A. since 2002. He provides aggressive and experienced legal representation for family law (divorce, child custody, post-decree divorce), criminal defense, juvenile law, personal injury, bankruptcy, civil litigation, probate and estate planning. Because he provides legal representation in a number of areas, he can meet all the legal needs of his clients. By building a trusted relationship with his clients, he becomes a valuable resource for his clients in an important way: if the client has a legal need that...

Eric Valente, JD, MBA, is an attorney and founding member of Valente Law, LLC. He studied business administrations and earned his MBA while attending law school at the University of Toledo. Eric began his career doing business litigation at J.W. Krueger & Associates, LLC, where he still maintains an office. Eric has always had a creative, entrepreneurial spirit, and estate planning and business counseling provides him with the opportunity to engage these interests while helping clients achieve their goals. Eric's focus areas are estate planning (Wills, Trusts, Healthcare Planning), Probate Administration and Business Law. Eric is a...

Attorney Rodd S. Lawrence received his Juris Doctorate from the University of Vanderbilt and was admitted to the both the Ohio Bar and the U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio Bar in 1988. He’s a member of the Columbus Bar Association, Ohio State Bar Association and the American Bar Association. He has more than 20 years of experience practicing real estate and small business law. Rodd practices along side his wife Linda at Lawrence Law Office and they are 4 children together.

Although admitted to the Ohio Bar in 2010, Ms. Wood already has over 12 years of experience working on Domestic Relations cases. She began working at Edward F. Whipps & Associates in 2003 as a Legal Assistant and joined the firm as a full Associate in 2010. In 2014 she and Chelsea Long ventured out to create Wood & Long, LLC. As the child of divorced parents, Ms. Wood takes pleasure in assisting families in reaching amicable resolutions, while understanding that such a result is not always possible. When not working in the practice of law,...

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...

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.

Ronald R. Petroff was born in Cleveland, Ohio and graduated high school from the University School in Hunting Valley, Ohio. He attended Vanderbilt University as an undergraduate where he earned a bachelor’s degree and double majored in Political Science and American History. He graduated cum laude and was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Mr. Petroff then attended The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law where he earned a certificate in Alternate Dispute Resolution and was a member of the National Labor and Employment Law Moot Court Team. Mr. Petroff also was a member of the National Trial...

Attorney Robert Goldstein was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 1983, Attorney Goldstein moved to Cleveland, Ohio, to attend Case Western Reserve University, where he served as Secretary of his fraternity, Zeta Beta Tau, and President of his class for his first two years of college. After earning his degree in Psychology, Attorney Goldstein worked a series of jobs ranging from computer consulting to selling fire extinguishers door-to-door, while he explored a career in stand-up comedy. Two years later, having not successfully earned his own late night talk show, Attorney Goldstein decided to pursue a...

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...

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...

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.

Attorney Jon J. Saia is a founding lawyer at the Ohio firm, The Law Offices of Saia & Piatt, Inc. Mr. Saia is a member of the Delaware Bar Association, the Columbus Bar Association, and the Ohio State Bar Association. With over 23 years of legal experience, Attorney Saia is highly qualified to take on even the most complicated criminal cases. If you would like to find out more about the benefits of working with Attorney Saia, do not wait to contact The Law Offices of Saia & Piatt, Inc.

Luis Villarroel is lawyer in Columbus, Ohio at Herman Legal Group’s office conveniently located in Worthington. An immigrant from Venezuela, Luis has lived in Columbus for over 20 years. He serves as Of-Counsel to Herman Legal Group. Luis attended The Ohio State University for his undergraduate degree and obtained his law degree from Capital University Law School. His areas of practice include immigration, family and criminal law. Luis is fluent in Spanish and has worked closely with the Hispanic Community for over 15 years.

Mr. Shaver is an experienced and aggressive attorney practicing primarily in the are of family and criminal law. He graduated in 1986 from Capital University law school (Magna Cum Laude) and is a member for Phi Beta Kappa from Denison University (also Magna Cum Laude). He has served as President of the Fairfield County Bar Association and as an Acting Judge in the Fairfield County Municipal Court. His public service includes being the Mayor of Pickerington and a city councilman. He also serves as a Guardian Ad Litem in Juvenile and Domestic cases.

Mr. Shaver and his staff...

Dennis has been practicing law in Ohio since 2001, exclusively in Domestic Relations matters. Dennis handles cases in all areas of Family Law, including divorce, high asset divorce, complex divorce, dissolution, custody, child and spousal support, and prenuptial agreements.

Dennis has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America for 2018 and 2019. Best Lawyers is the oldest and one of the most respected peer review publication in the legal profession. Recognition in Best Lawyers is widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honor, conferred on a lawyer by his or her peers.

Dennis has...

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...

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 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...

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...