87 Family lawyers are available in COLUMBUS, Ohio, including Joel Campbell, John Johnson, Joseph Kunkel, and Joseph Piccin. These lawyers are rated between 3.7/5 to 4.1/5 and 45% provide free consultation.
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: Family, Litigation, Personal Injury, Business
Mr. Campbell is a partner in the law firm. He is married to Robin, has two adult children, including firm associate Kristie A. Campbell, and enjoys travel and sports. He graduated with a Juris Doctor from The University of Akron, where he was selected to the Akron Law Review Board of Editors, after he graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He began law practice handling a variety of trial matters as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Franklin County, Ohio.. He is admitted to the practice of law before the United States Supreme Court; the United States Northern and Southern District Courts of Ohio; and the Ohio Supreme Court.. As a highly rated trial lawyer, he concentrates his practice on civil litigation, such as business matters, domestic relations and personal injury, but he also assists with planning for smaller businesses and families. In recognition of excellence in advocacy, Mr. Campbell has been certified as a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, which is limited to attorneys who have won million dollar verdicts and/or settlements for their clients.. For more than fifteen years, Mr. Campbell has received the AV Preeminent designation which is the highest peer review rating issued by Martindale-Hubbell. He has also been recognized by Columbus CEO Magazine in its Top Lawyer list since its inception in 2010.
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“Mr. Campbell is one of the most highly respected attorneys in Central Ohio. His practical sensibilities and experience truly set him apart. He is particularly skilled in matters of…”
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Civil , Divorce, Domestic Partnership, Family , Insurance , Divorce & Separation
I have over 25 years of legal experience in the areas of family relations law, business law, estate planning and insolvency advice. I am a certified specialist in family relations law. I take a personal interest in my client's cases and I am willing to be as aggressive as necessary to meet the needs of my client.I recognize that every case is different. I listen to my clients, find out their objectives and develop a strategy to meet those objectives. I give each legal case the personal attention it requires and recommend different strategies depending on the needs of the client. I provide competent and diligent representation.I provide aggressive yet caring representation. I will strive to aggressively protect my client's rights but I will never lose sight of the emotional and financial impact of litigation.
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.
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“t attorney to hire for all family law cases. I highly recommend him.”
“Laura wasn't afraid of taking on a novel issue which required some creative thought. She represented her client well in the trial court and on appeal.”
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.
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“two weeks and, some months later, my wife's credit rating recovered and passed 800 in time for us to”
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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“nths turned into years, I discovered she had basically given my case to that new lawyer (Donald Wigg”
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.
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.
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“Ken approached my case with a depth of understanding and a strategic mindset that truly set him apar”
“Mr. Kline worked as guardian on a long divorce case that I was involved with, and he did a great job. The case was hard with difficult circumstances but he always stayed very profe…”
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“Ken represented me in my dissolution. He is a very honest and straight-forward lawyer. He is also responsive to emails and phone calls which was very important as I was going throu…”
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Divorce, Family , Motor Vehicle Accidents, Family
Family Law: Our practice is limited to divorce dissolution, custody, support and other like family law matters. We represent clients who need immediate advice and concentrated service from experienced legal counsel. Our founding attorney has served as counsel in large national law firms. She believes that there are no "small clients" and ensures that all clients receive personalized legal services. Most of our clients are referred by former clients, friends, and colleagues who trust our judgment and proven ability to ‘get the job done.’. Solutions: We are experienced problem solvers, who thrive on developing creative strategies to complex matters. We will work hand-in-hand with you to construct a plan to get the results you need. We give candid advice, and at times may not tell you what you want to hear. But that is our job. Our goal is not simply to get paid. Rather, we want you to understand all of your options along with the pros and cons of each.. Personalized Service: One size does not fit all. We see you as an individual and want to understand what makes you tick. We want to know what challenges you face. What are your goals? What are your concerns? This allows us to fashion a plan that best fits you.
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“Many promises and zero deliveries. Many un-answered calls and total lack of preparation. I had to”
“***Top Notch Attorney*** Kendra was Awesome to speak with about my case! She knows the law and she is a tough lawyer willing to fight for you! She will definitely be my go too! Cal…”
Practice Areas: Civil , Criminal Defense , Domestic Partnership, Family , Traffic Violations, Family
Since entering private practice in 1995, John Johnson has devoted his career to helping people through the most difficult turns of life. He has represented hundreds of clients in divorces and dissolutions, child custody actions, child and spousal support matters and post-divorce modifications. John has extensive knowledge of domestic law and has tried numerous cases in central Ohio’s domestic courts and argued a number of cases before the state’s appellate courts. He has earned the trust and respect of judges and fellow lawyers for his straightforward approach to representing his clients.. John has been named to Columbus CEO Magazine's Top Lawyers list for the past two years, and is AV-rated, the highest rating by the Martindale-Hubbell ratings service. He is a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law by the Ohio State Bar Association.. John is a lifelong central Ohio resident. He has a bachelor’s degree from Ohio Wesleyan University and a law degree from Capital University Law School. John served as an Assistant Attorney General for Ohio from 1993 through 1995 before entering private practice.
Kelly Wick has been practicing law since 2007. Ms. Wick received a Bachelor of Science from The Ohio State University in 2004, where she graduated as a double major from the Honors Program. She received her Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio in 2007. Prior to joining Wolinetz Law Offices, Kelly began her legal career working as the Staff Attorney to the Honorable Kim Browne of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, Division of Domestic Relations. She is currently admitted to practice law in the State of Ohio. Her primary focus is on family law and general civil law.. Contact us at your convenience for more information about our attorneys located in Columbus, and convenient to Powell, Dublin, Upper Arlington, Bexley, New Albany, Delaware, and Lancaster, Ohio or the surrounding areas.
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“I have known Kelly for many years. She is an excellent attorney and very well respected in the legal community. She is extremely bright, dedicated, and a great advocate for her cli…”
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Family, General Practice, Power Of Attorney, Probate
As a graduate of The Ohio State University and Capital Law School, I have been practicing law in Central Ohio for almost 10 years. My work is in Family Law- Elder Care, Wills/Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Divorce, Custody, and Child Support.
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“lack of communication. By the time we finally reached the first hearing, I was shocked to find my re”
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Civil , Collections, Corporate , Criminal Defense , Entertainment & Sports , Family , Personal Injury, Business
Former Outside Counsel and Special Counsel to the Attorney General, State of Ohio. Entrepreuner-Founder: Ohio Dispute Resolution Company,Del's Lemonade of Ohio and Cruisin' on the Riverfront Classic Car Show. Current Member, Board of Trustees, Deaf Services Center. Past Member; Board of Trustees, Contemporary Amercian Theatre Company (CATCO) and Center for New Directions. Life Member, Kappa Kappa Psi, Alpha Chapter, National Honorary Band Fraternity. Member; Sierra Club, Columbus Zoo, Wexner Center, WOSU, Chevy Classics Club, US Bowling Congress, RI Reds Historical Society and Columbus Museum. Honorary Kentucky Colonel. Youth Member: DeMolay and Boy Scouts (incl Philmont Ranch). Delegate-At-Large, 1976 National Presidential Convention
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“I endorse this lawyer. He is interested in the client's problem. HE is a problem solver and very smart. He knows his way around the system and is very practical and fair. He is a f…”
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Ms. Leveridge is an Ohio State Bar Association Board Certified Specialist in Family Relations Law and a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers with a successful practice devoted exclusively to family law. Ms. Leveridge was recently named a Super Lawyer in 2015 and a Top Lawyer in Family Law by Columbus CEO Magazine. Ms. Leveridge's practice includes representing clients in complex litigation and settlement negotiation involving spousal support, property distribution, debt allocation, business valuation, tracing separate property, financial misconduct, retirement/qualified domestic relations orders, custody/shared parenting, child support, allocation of parental rights and responsibilities and allocation of attorney's fees.
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“I highly endorse Julia in all facets of family law. She is an effective advocate for her clients and possesses a wealth of legal knowledge in the area of domestic relations.”
“I endorse this lawyer. I've known Josh for many years. He has an excellent reputation in the community and among his peers. He's attentive and responsive to his clients' needs, and…”
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Practice Areas: Administrative , Adoption, Civil Rights, Education , Family , Government Agencies, Sexual Harassment, Administrative Law
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“I couldn't have picked a better lawyer to represent me in my Ohio Board of Nursing situation. NancyMelissa has been my attorney for over a year now as I work with the Ohio Board of…”
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