Family law cases in Columbus typically resolve within 6 to 18 months, depending on complexity, court schedules, and cooperation between parties.
Columbus Court Backlog
The Franklin County courts generally have a backlog of 200 to 700 family law cases at any given time, which can affect scheduling and resolution times.
Family Columbus Filing Volume
Monthly filings for family law matters in Columbus are estimated between 80 and 150 cases, including divorce, custody, and support issues.
Family Case Outcomes
Approximately 30% of cases settle before formal filing, 55% resolve after filing but before trial, and around 15% proceed to trial for final judgment.
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Family , Juvenile , Spousal Support, Divorce & Separation
Kenneth R. Kline was admitted to the practice of law in the State of Ohio in November 2001, the Northern District of Ohio in March 2002 and the Southern District of Ohio in May 2011.. He received his Juris Doctorate and Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Taxation from the Indiana University-Bloomington, School of Law and Kelley School of Business in May 2001. In December 1998, Mr. Kline graduated from Indiana University-Bloomington, Kelley School of Business with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.. Mr. Kline volunteers his time at the Interfaith Legal Services in both Franklin and Delaware counties, Jewish Family Legal Services and the YWCA Family Center.. Mr. Kline has been named an “Ohio Super Lawyer-Rising Star” by Cincinnati Magazine. Additionally, Mr. Kline was nationally ranked as one of the top ten under 40 in the field of Family Law by the Nation Academy of Family Law Attorneys. He limits his practice to family law.. In his free time, Mr. Kline enjoys playing with his nephews, golf, hockey and taking his dogs to the park.
Nick started his legal career by clerking for a prominent firm in Columbus, Ohio in 1997. He then went on to Law School at Capital University graduating in the Top 10% of his class with honors. He currently represents both individuals and businesses before numerous Courts in Ohio including Common Pleas Courts, Courts of Appeal, Federal District Courts, and the Ohio Supreme Court. He also practices before administrative agencies in the State of Ohio. He focuses primarily on employment and family law, juvenile law, and contract disputes. Nick approaches law with his professional concept that attorneys should not only perform as legal counselors acting as "problem solvers" but also must be proactive, preventing problems before they occur.
Practice Areas: Civil , Family , Personal Injury, Lawsuits & Disputes
The main focus of my practice is litigation, primarily in the areas of business disputes, real estate, insurance and personal injury, representing both plaintiffs and defendants. Litigation can be time consuming, expensive and emotionally draining. I therefore continually analyze the costs and benefits of filing a lawsuit and pursuing the case. The most successful outcomes occur when the case is pursued with the expectation that a trial will occur. If the case does not settle, then we are ready for trial.. I also have an active practice in real estate, both residential and commercial, involving sales/purchases, refinance, landlord-tenant and leases. I am the managing member of a small family owned real estate business and use my personal experience to represent my clients.. Our law firm also has represents businesses and individuals who are experiencing financial hardship including in bankruptcy and receivership matters.. I also have an active practice in probate law and estate planning, including Wills, Trusts, and lawsuits arising in Probate Court.
Columbus Family Law Attorney Nina P. Scopetti started her career with a firm that handled a variety of legal matters. As a result, she was exposed to many different aspects of the law and can provide this comprehensive knowledge to build strong cases for her current clients. As her practice evolved, she found that she was drawn to family law, primarily because it afforded the opportunity for personal interaction with clients. She has had the pleasure of meeting and talking with people from all walks of life and of hearing their stories. Attorney Scopetti finds it very rewarding to help others through a difficult time in life and to see them flourish by the end of their case. Family law is challenging, interesting, diverse, and personal. To learn more, or to schedule an initial consultation, call Nina Scopetti Attorney at Law today. For more information, visit her page at:
Ms. Hageman-Froelich received her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the University of Akron School of Law in 2009. Upon graduation she was awarded the National Association of Women Lawyers Award for the Outstanding Law Graduate of the University of Akron 2009. Ms. Hageman-Froelich was admitted to the practice of law in the State of Ohio in 2009.. Ms. Hageman-Froelich is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association, the Columbus Bar Association, and the Delaware Bar Association.. She is certified by the Ohio State Bar Association as a Board Certified Specialist in Family Relations Law.. Ms. Hageman-Froelich has been named in U.S. News & World Report: Best Lawyers "Ones to Watch" since 2021.
The divorce process is multifaceted. Not only are you dividing your property and determining what is best for your children, but you are dealing with all the emotions that accompany these changes. Having practiced exclusively in the area of domestic relations since the beginning of her career, Michelle is particularly adept in guiding clients through all that the legal process may bring. Michelle values being open and upfront with her clients and ensuring that they feel knowledgeable about every stage of their case.. Michelle also represents clients in other family and matrimonial law matters including custody, visitation and support, post-decree modifications and enforcements, and appeals.. In her free time, Michelle enjoys traveling, working out, and spending time with her husband and their dog, Luna.
I help my clients with every kind of family law and domestic relations case imaginable, from divorces and dissolutions to custody, support, and other post-decree modifications.
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Discrimination, Employment & Labor , Labor , Family
Larry S. Hayman is founder of Hayman Law, LLC, having 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 Employment Opportunity was born in Columbus, Ohio. He attended Ohio University, where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, having earned the highest grade point average in the Political Science Department.. He received his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. While in law school, Mr. Hayman served as an Editor on the Ohio State Journal of Criminal Law, received a CALI Award for Excellence for obtaining a perfect score in his legal seminar, and graduated in the top 10% of his class.. Mr. Hayman 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.. Additionally, Mr. Hayman has presented statewide legal seminars to school administrators as well as authored published articles in the area of school law.. He is an active member of the Ohio State Bar Association, the Columbus Bar Association, the Union County Bar Association, and the Fairfield County Bar Association.. Mr. Hayman currently resides in Harrison West. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, reading, and current events.
Attorney Kia M. Wrice has always loved helping people through challenging times. She knows there are a lot of flaws in the justice system and is dedicated to helping individuals and families work through them. Kia genuinely cares about the people she represents. To her, you’ll never be just another case number, but a person whose future she’s committed to protecting. When you walk through her doors, you are always greeted by a friend. She strives to make your case as easy for you as possible while seeking a favorable outcome. In her free time, Kia enjoys acting, modeling, and keeping herself involved in her church as much as she is able to.
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