Ottawa County Lawyers

Attorney Pamela A. Borgess, the founder and managing attorney of BORGESS LAW, LLC is an experienced and respected trial attorney who aggressively handles civil (non-criminal) disputes and litigation, including personal injury, defective medical drugs/devices or recalled consumer products, car & truck accidents, wrongful death, product liability, nursing home litigation, and contract/business disputes. She has extensive experience with numerous national high-profile cases, such as the national litigation involving a contaminated drug, Heparin, which claimed the lives of hundreds of people after being manufactured in an uninspected overseas facility. The case was featured in national news media, such as TIME magazine, CNN,...

Tracy is the owner of Albers Law Office, LLC and works out of Toledo, Ohio. Tracy focuses her practice in the areas of Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy and Social Security Disability. Tracy is a native of Minster, Ohio and graduated from Minster High School in 1993. She received her Associates Degree in Legal Assisting from Columbus State in 1997. For well over a decade, Tracy worked as a bankruptcy paralegal in Lima, Ohio. Tracy completed her Bachelor’s Degree from Wright State University in 2012. Law school was completed in 2015 at Ohio...

Robert has been a practicing Attorney at Law since 1983 in Lorain, Ohio. Robert has zealously and vigorously represented his clients in his many years of practice.

Robert attended Lorain Catholic High School, graduating in 1977. He attended the University of Toledo for his undergraduate degree in Business Administration with a Major in Human Resources Management, graduating in 1980. He attained his Juris Doctor degree from Ohio Northern University, Claude W. Pettit College of Law in 1982.

From 2000-2005 Robert was Legal Council for the Lorain Port Authority providing legal assistance and services to the Executive Director, Board and...

Zachary B. Simonoff has been representing people since his admission to the Bar in 1998. He generally represents the little guy but operates a general practice. His Motto is "I Defend Freedom One Client at a Time!!!" Zachary B. Simonoff proudly served in the the Reserve Component of the Army and rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant.

Probate Law including Estates, Wills, Adoptions, Guardianship, Estate Planning, Trusts

Mr. Van Berkom is an Ohio attorney who handles workers' compensation claims and personal injury cases. He has represented clients in numerous jury trials, administrative hearings, arbitrations, and mediations. After 18 years serving as partner of Polofka & Van Berkom, LLC, Mr. Van Berkom established a new law firm - Van Berkom Law Office, LLC - in 2016. Mr. Van Berkom's practice includes the Toledo Metro and Northwest Ohio area. Trevor@toledolawyer.com

Are you in need of an estate planning lawyer in Rossford? You have come to the right place. At the law office of Heban, Sommer & Murphree, you can have confidence that you can receive the help you need. Estate planning is a serious and complicated issue, but you do not need to be overwhelmed by it. Instead, be proactive and secure the representation you need from Attorney Gary Sommer. He received his Juris Doctorate from The University of Toledo College of Law, after earning his Bachelor of Arts degree at Miami University at Oxford. He is a member of...

Christopher Sawan is a dedicated attorney who has been practicing law since 2017. He is a graduate of the University of Toledo Law School and is licensed to practice in the state of Ohio. Chris decided to pursue a career in law so that he could make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Since becoming a lawyer, he has focused his practice on personal injury, criminal defense and litigation. By using his research skills and analytical ability, he's able to find ways to help his clients. For Chris, the most rewarding part of practicing law is using his skills and...

Before falling in love with the law, Amy was a French teacher for grades 7-12. She loved helping her students understand the complexities and the beauty of the language, and was encouraged by their success. In 2009, Amy transitioned to working for a bankruptcy attorney and right away, she knew she had found her calling. While working as a bankruptcy paralegal and raising her two young children, she attended Seattle University School of Law, and earned her degree in 2014. She opened her own firm right away, eager to serve clients and guide them through the rocky waters of bankruptcy....

Resourceful, reliable, trustworthy with years of getting the job done and the deal closed on time and under budget. General practice of law typical for a county seat.

William Balena is an experienced bankruptcy and traffic trial attorney. Bill is an active member of NACBA. He attends annual workshops and continuing education in the area of advanced consumer bankruptcy issues. He represents consumers in chapter 7 and chapter 13. Bill is also a former city prosecutor and is well versed in traffic defense including Ohio drunk driving (OVI, DWI, DUI) and speeding tickets.

David W. Zoll, partner in the firm of Zoll, Kranz & Borgess, LLC, handles a wide variety of civil litigation. His areas of practice include pharmaceutical litigation, construction disputes, municipal law, ERISA pension and fiduciary law, trade secret and employment contract cases, insurance law, product liability, mass torts, and professional negligence matters. Zoll is a Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate and serves as an examiner for the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He lectures trade and attorney groups and serves on the Lucas County MHRS Board, sharing his 30 years of experience with his profession and community.

My area of practice is plaintiff product liability, mass torts. I have been involved in multiple leadership roles within Multidistrict Litigations (MDLs). Please visit our website to learn more about my qualifications and the current dangerous drug and medical devices.

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"Becoming a trial lawyer was my goal as long as I can remember. Through developing my trial skills, I have been able to help my clients favorably resolve many difficult and sometime desperate situations. It is truly a challenge and a privilege to be able to be in the position to help people." Ben and the late Ray Miraldi were the founding partners of Miraldi and Barrett. Ben received his undergraduate degree from John Carroll University in 1962. He began his law career in 1966 after attaining a Juris Doctorate degree from Cleveland Marshall College of Law. Ben has been recognized...

My primary practice area is product liability involving dangerous pharmaceuticals and defective medical devices.

Dennis Sawan is a highly experienced lawyer with over 35 years of experience in personal injury, criminal defense, and litigation. He graduated from Case Western Reserve Law School and was admitted to the Ohio Bar in 1988. Dennis is a skilled attorney who has helped clients in a wide range of cases, including motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, general litigation, and criminal defense. He is known for his tenacity and determination in pursuing the best possible outcomes for his clients, even in the face of tough opposition from insurance companies, prosecutors and other litigants. What sets Dennis apart is his genuine desire...

Attorney Andrea C. Kryszak has been practicing law for more than ten years at Kryszak & Associates, which is formerly known as Lessing & Kryszak; the Law Offices of Robert E. Lessing, Jr.; and Lessing & White & Roig. She focuses her practice in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate and Trust Administration, Elder Law, Real Estate and Small Business law. Ms. Kryszak's commitment to the community is manifested by her involvement with the Lorain County Bar Association as a member of the Executive Committee (Vice President), the New Lawyer Committee (Chairperson), the Fee Arbitration Panel and the Judicial...

Attorney Jeffery S. Brown served his country in the United States Marine Corp after graduating high school. In 1997 he graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Science in Economics. In 2001, he graduated from the Thomas Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan with his Juris Doctor. He is a member of the Lorain County Bar Association and the Ohio State Bar Association.

Philip D. Althouse has been a practicing attorney since 1991 and is currently a Senior Attorney in the Economic Justice Group at the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland. He has successfully litigated cases against major financial institutions, mortgage companies, home improvement companies, automobile dealers, and other businesses on behalf of Northeast Ohio consumers in state and federal courts. He was author of the chapter on the Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act for the Ohio Consumer Law Manual published by Thomson Reuters from 2010 through 2016. The manual is widely used among attorneys in Ohio and frequently cited as...

Tom Timmers founded Haims Timmers in 2018 after working as a partner in a small firm in Toledo from 2014 - 2018.

After he received his B.A. from the University of Dayton, he attended the University of Toledo College of Law, graduating cum laude. During his time at the University of Toledo College of Law, Tom served on the law review. During law school and following graduation, Tom worked for a civil litigation firm in downtown Toledo until 2014.

Tom's current practice focuses on corporate, employment, and labor law.

In addition to being licensed in the State...

I am a business lawyer, and I have been helping businesses resolve the many legal issues they face, both common and extraordinary, since 1990.

My clients range from startups to middle market companies to Fortune 500 companies. I combine an extensive business and legal education with a wealth of hands-on experience to create solutions that are innovative, yet practical and cost-effective. I particularly enjoy tackling issues that are out of the ordinary. Rather than telling my client something can’t be done, I find alternatives, and assess risks so my client can make an informed business decision.

Graduated from Columbian High school in 1979. Graduated from Ohio Northern University with a Bachelor of Arts in History in 1982 and from the University of Toledo College of Law with a Juris Doctor degree in 1984. Admitted to the Ohio State Bar in 1985. Has been practicing in Tiffin, Ohio at Eberly & Eberly ever since.

Misty Wood has lived in Northwest Ohio for most of her life. She graduated from the University of Toledo College of Law in 2015.

The law is her passion, and she practices primarily in the field of bankruptcy. This focus on bankruptcy allows her to help clients get their financial lives in order and relieve their stress.

She is licensed to practice both Ohio and Michigan. She is also admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.

She handles state and federal...

John Andrew Motter, (Andy) is a native of Worthington, Ohio. After receiving his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Denison University he went to receive his Juris Doctor from Ohio Northern University Claude W. Pettit School of Law. After Law School he entered the United States Marine Corps and served as a Judge Advocate General Officer, (JAG). After active duty he remained in the USMC Reserves until the early 1990’s. Mr. Motter settled in Bucyrus in private practice for over thirty years, serving all of Crawford County. The Practice is considered General, but is mainly Criminal, Domestic, Probate and Personal...

Russ McLaughlin has been engaged in the practice of law in the Lorain County and Cuyahoga County Ohio areas since 1974. In addition to the general practice of law, he has served as Special Counsel to two Ohio attorneys general, assistant prosecutor in the Lorain Municipal Court, Magistrate for the Lorain Municipal Court, acting judge in the Avon Lake and Lorain Municipal Courts, Law Director for the City of Avon, Special Counsel for the cities of Avon and Elyria, and counsel to the Avon Charter Review Committee. He has been an instructor of real estate and business law...

FORMER LORAIN COUNTY JUVENILE/DOMESTIC RELATIONS COURT MAGISTRATE 20 YEARS FAMILY LAW EXPERIENCE

Tony Turley is a founding member of Turley & Timmers LLC. He has been practicing law since 1998. He graduated that same year from the University of Toledo College of Law. Tony focuses on medical malpractice and personal injury, and pharmaceutical and bio-medical device claims. Tony is a member of the Ohio Association for Justice and the Ohio Medical Malpractice Association. Tony was appointed by the Supreme Court of Ohio to a 3-year term on the Commission on the Rules of Practice and Procedure. Tony is a Life Member of the Million...

Menard Law Office, LLC provides quality legal services in the areas of Bankruptcy and Social Security Disability Law. Attorney Laura L. Menard utilizes her knowledge and experience gained from practicing in two large law firms to analyze your legal situation, advise you as to the most appropriate course of action and provide you with the personalized service you deserve.