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Rachel is an attorney with Essig & Evans LLP, working exclusively in Fertility Law. She counsels hopeful parents and surrogates on the legal aspects of their collaborative reproduction journey so they can focus on what matters most: building their family. Rachel's clients are from the United States and around the world and include singles and couples of all sexual orientation. Clients know they can rely on Rachel for prompt, excellent counsel.Fertility law is a unique, nuanced, and ever-changing niche. Rachel developed her practice under the mentorship of Ellen Essig, one of the first -- and amongst the most respected -- fertility law attorneys in the United States. Today, Rachel and Ellen work together at Essig & Evans LLP, one of the few law firms with a dedicated fertility law practice in the surrogate-friendly state of Ohio. Rachel also practices fertility law in the surrogate-friendly state of Illinois. Prior to joining Essig & Evans LLP, Rachel honed her legal skills as head of the legal department at Galls, LLC, and as an associate at the nationally recognized law firm Jenner & Block. Rachel graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Law School, where she was inducted into the Order of the Coif, and Emory University, where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa.In addition to practicing law, Rachel is a passionate advocate for families, nature lover, and bookworm. She has served on various boards at the local and national levels. She served six years on the Emory College Alumni Board, including as President and President-Elect, and on the auxiliary boards of Common Threads and Steppenwolf Theater.

Melissa Thompson Millard is an associate attorney with Barbara J. Howard Co., L.P.A., located in Cincinnati, Ohio. Melissa focuses her practice primarily on family and matrimonial law.. Licensed to practice in Ohio and Kentucky, Melissa represents clients throughout both states who are dealing with legal matters related to divorce, child custody and support, property division, alimony and other related issues. A highly rated attorney, Melissa works closely with all clients she serves, treating them with compassion and respect while advocating on behalf of their rights and best interests. Melissa was selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2017, 2018 and 2019.. In 2011, Melissa graduated with highest distinction from Indiana University Bloomington, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies and a Bachelor of Arts in French. She then attended the University of Cincinnati College of Law, obtaining her Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, in 2014 and graduated as a member of the Order of the Coif, a designation given to law students graduating in the top 10% of their class. In 2014, she was admitted to the practice of law in Ohio, and in 2015, she was admitted to the practice of law in Kentucky.. While pursuing her legal degree, Melissa was active with the University of Cincinnati Law Review, where she served as notes and comments editor, and she was a fellow with the college's Glenn M. Weaver Institute of Law and Psychiatry. She also published an article with the University of Cincinnati Law Review that discussed judicial remedies under the Hague Convention.

Mary M. (Mardee) Sherman is a partner at Robbins, Kelly, Patterson & Tucker.  Her practice is dedicated almost exclusively to family law and domestic relations matters. Before becoming an attorney, Mardee was a theatrical costumer who designed and coordinated numerous theatrical and operatic productions across the country. She now applies her analytical and organizational skills to representing clients in issues involving divorce, dissolution, collaborative law, child support modification, parenting time and parental responsibilities, and paternity issues.. Mardee also handles private adoptions and welcomes clients from all aspects of life, including single parents and gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender couples.. Mardee represents clients in Hamilton, Butler, Warren, Clermont and Brown counties in Ohio and in Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties in Kentucky. She practices from the firm's downtown Cincinnati office, but is also available in the firm's Mason office by appointment.. Mardee Sherman knows the importance of family relationships and works with her clients to preserve and protect those relationships while vigorously protecting her clients' rights and interests. In addition to working to ensure fair settlements in divorce cases, Mardee assists her clients in moving forward with the next phase of their life, and educating each client about the impact the law will have on their specific issues. She believes that frequent communication is integral to establishing a strong, successful attorney/client relationship. Mardee is a member of the Cincinnati Academy of Collaborative Professionals, which offers a no-court alternative to the traditional method of litigating divorce

Marcie Patton-Coffman said practicing family law appeals to her because "I'm built for it.". "In addition to a thorough understanding of the law, I have the patience, sympathy, and ability to listen and communicate effectively that is necessary to be a successful family law attorney," Ms. Patton-Coffman said.. She had a recent case where she secured temporary custody for a father via an emergency order that eventually turned into her client having full custody of the minor child.. "Why I am proud, though, concerns the part I played in making this particular little girl's life better," Ms. Patton-Coffman said. "She is now in a safe loving home with her father and stepmother. Her quality of life has improved so much I can't help but smile. Not much can beat that at the end of the day."

I have a passion for family law, and I now devote my practice exclusively to domestic relations issues. My experience in mediation, settlement negotiations, and litigation allows me to provide my clients with an array of options to resolve their legal issues. I practice in Hamilton, Butler, Clermont, and Warren counties in Ohio.. My relationships with my clients are very important to me, and my goal is to build a foundation of trust between us. I understand that my clients are often going through the most difficult time of their lives when they come to me. I am committed to fully listening to my clients and assessing their entire situation. I will provide honest and comprehensive advice, so that my clients can evaluate their options and make the decisions that are right for their families. Many times, it is best to reach a resolution outside of court, so that the parties can create their own agreement. But if settlement is not an option, I am prepared to advocate for my clients in the courtroom.

I am passionate about family law because it gives me the opportunity to work directly with clients and to help them through this very difficult time in their lives.  I enjoy using alternative dispute resolution methods and complex problem solving to develop creative solutions to meet my clients’ goals.  I have seen success advocating for my clients both inside and outside of the courtroom.

From the very beginning of my career, I have chosen to exclusively practice in the area of Family Law. I am passionate about guiding people through this complex process and assisting them through my knowledge and expertise. One of my greatest skills is my ability to explain to clients difficult, complicated and often foreign legal and financial concepts in a way they can truly understand, so they are then able to make important decisions about their future. Clients come to me in one of the most difficult parts of their lives. They are often managing more transitions than they ever imagined, all at once. My job is to walk them through the legal process, ensuring they are protected and that their interests are advocated for.. I strive to be a calm and knowledgeable advisor to my clients. Family law matters can often be an extremely emotionally draining process. It is essential for clients to have a calm, clear-headed and knowledgeable advisor who can help them evaluate information when their emotions have taken over. My goal is to ensure that my clients are fully informed regarding each and every option available to them, including the potential benefits and detriments of their choice. At the end of the day, the decisions are always up to the client. However, it is my duty to ensure they have all the information necessary to make the choice that is right for them and their family.. I strongly believe that in most cases, the best results are reached through out of court resolution. Clients and their families are generally much better served by agreements they create themselves, with the assistance of their attorneys. Negotiated settlements can be much more creative, and tailor fit to the specific needs of the parties. However, I recognize that out of court settlement is not always possible, for one reason or another. In such cases, I utilize my advocacy and litigation skills to strive for the best possible outcome.. My proudest achievement in each case is guiding clients through an extremely difficult time by providing legal counsel and support, and seeing a client at the end of that process, feeling stronger and more secure in their future.. I represent clients in all aspects of family law, including dissolutions, divorce, child custody, grandparents’ rights, prenuptial agreements and support. I am licensed in Ohio and Kentucky. My Ohio practice is limited to Hamilton, Clermont, Warren and Butler counties. In Kentucky, I practice in Campbell, Boone and Kenton counties.

For the past decade, Attorney Mark C. Eppley has been helping families in the greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area with their family, domestic relations, juvenile, business law and civil litigation needs.. He holds active licenses in Ohio, Kentucky and Pennsylvania which allows him to help a broader range of clients who live outside the local Cincinnati area.. Attorney Eppley believes in having a strong work ethic and is always willing to accommodate clients. His previous clients state that they’re very pleased at his ability to meet outside of normal working hours and take care of paperwork over the weekend to expedite their case.. He strives to explain all aspects of the case in an easy to understand manner, leaving out the jargon that is common between lawyers. He’s approachable and shows compassion to clients as they go through life altering circumstances. In the courtroom, however, he stands on his convictions and is firm as he advocates for clients. He’s a strong negotiator and litigator, with a keen sense of when to go with a settlement and when to stay at the table and go for more.

Family law has been my passion for my entire career and I have limited my practice exclusively to this area of the law since becoming licensed in 2011. I assist clients in dissolution, divorce, child custody and child support cases in domestic relations and juvenile courts. My practice is centered in Hamilton, Butler, Clermont and Warren counties in Ohio and Kenton, Boone and Campbell counties in Kentucky. I am trained in Collaborative Law and have experience with many complex family law issues, including high-conflict custody cases, business valuations, and separate property tracing issues.. My clients are extremely important to me. I want to make a personal connection with every client so I can understand their individual needs in the process, legally, emotionally and financially. When you are going through a family law issue, it can often feel as if your world has been turned upside down. There are so many uncertainties during this time and imagining your future can be scary. It is my job to take some of that uncertainty away by using my legal knowledge to provide a calm voice of guidance and support.. Family law issues involve some of the most important things in your life: your children and your livelihood. I understand that who you hire as your attorney is one of the most impactful decisions you will make in this process, and I take my job very seriously. Getting to know my clients allows me to best understand the approach that will be most effective for their case. While I personally believe that collaboration and amicable results are best for families and children, I acknowledge in some cases this is simply not possible. When settlement is not a viable option, I use my litigation and advocacy skills to achieve outcomes for my clients in the courtroom setting. No matter what path we take, it is critical that my clients understand the process and have as much information as possible to aid in making the many decisions that arise in a family law case.. Education:2011, Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Juris Doctor, magna cum laude. 2008, Ohio State University, Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Political Science. Licensures:

Cincinnati divorce attorney Kyra M. Raimey always has been fascinated with people and how they relate to one another, including in a divorce matter.. Since 2003, Ms. Raimey’s practice has been devoted to family law as this is the area of law she is most passionate about and where her gifts are best utilized. She enjoys building a rapport with her client and knowing she is helping someone through potentially the most difficult time in his or her life with compassion, knowledge, and excellence.. Although Ms. Raimey has a calm and caring demeanor, she doesn’t hesitate to be aggressive if that is what is in her client’s best interests.. “I know this is a difficult time in your life and I am here to help you through it with the least amount of damage to you and your children,” she said. “We are partners in this process and I will represent you to the best of my ability.. “You are in good hands.”