South Salem Lawyers

Practicing law for over 29 years, Joseph Jaap assists clients with a wide range of legal issues, whether personal, family law, real estate, estate planning, or business, to develop and implement legal strategies that achieve client goals and that avoid or resolve disputes.

Joe advises clients about their family legal matters, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate, estate planning, divorce, child custody and support, guardianship, and other family issues.

His real estate practice includes both commercial and residential real estate, representing and counseling clients regarding purchases, sales, leasing, condominium development and conversions, condominium management and homeowner associations, construction contracting and construction...

In 24 years of appellate practice, I have succeeded in securing reversal of the trial court's decision in 45.0% of all direct appeal cases, compared to the national federal appellate court average of 7.3% for all cases in 2014.

Helping those injured or arrested since 2003 in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

Since 1973. All areas of US immigration law. Particularly like national interst waivers/outstanding researchers/extraordinary ability and labor certifications cases. Help with family cases (marriage/fiance, other family relations) and asylum matters.

John is available day or night on 513-300-4012 to protect his clients. Call any time if you need help immediately. He always answers the call. John practices in all areas of litigation with particular emphasis on criminal defense and white collar criminal defense, DUI/OVI (“drunk driving”) defense and civil litigation involving, business law, serious personal injury and wrongful death claims in State and Federal Court. John was voted the 2023 Cincinnati Criminal Defense “Lawyer of the Year” by The Best Lawyers in America. He is The Best Lawyers in America 2018 Cincinnati Criminal Defense: White Collar “Lawyer of the Year” and The...

Greg Porter was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. He graduated from Bishop Fenwick High School in Middletown and then successfully completed Ohio's Firefighter Training Program. Afterwards, he found a call to serve his country and joined the United States Marine Corps Reserves. Fresh out of basic and combat training, Greg began his studies at the University of Cincinnati. In his second year of college, his studies were put on hold when he was called to serve a tour of duty in Iraq. Upon returning from active duty, he finished his Bachelor's degree. He then obtained his Juris Doctor from...

Why Choose This Firm?
For this law firm, going the extra mile for a client is a given. But here are SEVEN other ways that this firm stands out:

1. Mr. Bergmann brings more than thirty years of knowledge and experience to his handling of each client's legal matter.

2. Mr. Bergmann provides outstanding legal service for a reasonable fee.

3. The firm's staff are welcoming and helpful, from the scheduling of a client’s appointment through the conclusion of the matter.

4. Mr. Bergmann works with each client directly throughout the handling of the client’s legal matter. A client is never handed off...

I'm an attorney in a small firm in northeast suburban Cincinnati, assisting clients with civil litigation and arbitration, commercial transactions and disputes, insurance coverage, crop insurance, regulatory issues, contracts, estates, and other matters. In addition to almost 30 years of experience as a lawyer, I have sophisticated technical skills and a practical understanding of everyday business concerns. Please feel free to reach out to me today about any legal needs that you or your business happen to have, either through LinkedIn, or by email (TomJames@SandersLPA.com), phone (513-229-8080), or a Twitter direct message (DM @tom_james). I look forward to meeting...

H. Leon Hewitt has always had a passion to be of service to others. Over his 19 years of legal practice he recognizes that every case is different with its own set of problems but also its own set of solutions. Attorney Hewitt believes that listening is a skill that is key to helping clients achieve their goals. He will always be a fierce advocate in representing your case and believes in positive client outcome. Prior to entering the field of law, he worked for over twenty years as a licensed pharmacist. He has volunteered his time as a Big...

I founded THE ZIMMER LAW FIRM in June 1993, to practice in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Administration, and Business Succession Planning. My goal was and continues to be helping clients understand and de-mystify the often confusing world of Estate Planning in an ever-changing society, and to implement effective Estate Planning with minimal effort and time investment. The firm works from the belief that planning should always be driven by purpose. As a result, there are no “canned” or pre-set planning solutions. Instead, I help clients identify their goals first and then build estate and business plans based on...

As a proud American, Ryan Really served his country in Iraq. Now, as a veteran, Really continues to serve his country by helping people find the economic and personal freedom that they deserve. With an in-depth knowledge of legal experience from both a creditor’s and a debtor’s perspective, Mr. Really is prepared to fight to protect his clients' rights in financial matters.

Timothy J. Cook is an experienced and accomplished consumer, foreclosure defense, and civil litigation lawyer. Timothy prides himself on representing individuals who want to hold mortgage servicers, banks , and big businesses accountable for their actions. It may seem that many companies are too big to care about the individual consumer and that is why getting an experienced consumer and foreclosure defense attorney is important.

Timothy is committed to thoroughly investigating and preparing each case in order to meet the needs and objectives of his clients. This includes taking the bank, mortgage servicers, or other parties to trial if needed. Not...

Jason has successfully represented individuals in cases against multi-national corporations represented by some of this nation’s largest law firms. Jason is admitted to practice law in the State of Ohio, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, and the United States District Court for the Southern Districts of Ohio. He has litigated employment cases in the Ohio Court of Claims, the Common Pleas Courts of Montgomery, Greene, Clark, Warren, Butler, Trumbull, and Miami counties, and in the United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio. He has also represented...

At The Keating Firm LTD, we focus solely on personal injury cases. Our attorney, Brad Keating, has spent the past decade helping Ohio clients who have been injured due to the negligence of others. When you call our law firm, you will immediately recognize the level of commitment that we take toward your claims. You will speak directly with Brad, and he will explain the options that are available to you to help you recover compensation.

J.R. Bernans is an Ohio native who graduated summa cum laude from the University of Cincinnati’s Carl H. Lindner College of Business. After earning his accounting degree, J.R. went on to attend the University of Cincinnati College of Law where he graduated magna cum laude and in the top ten percent of his class. While in law school, J.R. was a member of the UC Law Trial Team and served as a Citation Editor on the University of Cincinnati Law Review. Before joining the Rittgers team, J.R. gained extensive experience in both state and federal court. As a fellow with...

Beverly J. Farlow is the founding and principal attorney of Farlow & Associates. Since 1985, she and her skilled team of attorneys in Dublin have been protecting the rights of their clients. Their decades of in-depth legal experience has equipped them with the tools and knowledge they need to fight for you. Whether you are going through a divorce, need legal assistance as a school employee, or have been accused of a crime, they can handle all that and more. They are exceedingly proficient in a vast range of practice areas and have a long track record of success that...

Andrew Biller's law practice focuses on wage and hour litigation. Mr. Biller has experience with a variety of wage disputes including overtime exempt/nonexempt misclassification, illegal tip pools, improper paycheck deductions, unpaid minimum wage and overtime, and unpaid off-the-clock work. Mr. Biller handles both individual wage and hour claims as well as representative (collective and class) actions to collect wages on behalf of groups of workers. Mr. Biller was selected as a 2015 - 2020 Ohio Super Lawyers "Rising Star" and Columbus CEO magazine's list of "Top Lawyers" for 2015. Mr. Biller has been at the forefront of litigating...

ESTATE PLANNING/PROBATE Creating a will or trust is crucial for most individuals, and Hoffer Law is here to help. Our firm routinely drafts wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and transfer on death deeds. If a loved one or spouse passes away without a will or trust, Hoffer Law can provide guidance on determining inheritance and navigating the Probate Court process. CORPORATE AND SMALL BUSINESS Hoffer Law, LLC is passionate about representing both individuals and businesses in legal disputes and litigation. With a history of securing significant judgment awards and presenting successful defenses, our firm is dedicated to vigorously protecting your rights in areas...

Monty L. Donohew concentrates his practice in the areas of estate planning and elderlaw: aging in place planning, wills, trusts, probate, succession planning, real estate, and wealth advisory law. Monty has been admitted to practice in Ohio, Illinois and Missouri, and currently practices in Ohio and Missouri. Monty is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, and before the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. He is a member of several local and state bar associations.

Vania Stefanova is the head of the Immigration Litigation Division at Herman Legal Group, providing services in removal/deportation defense and appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals. An immigrant from Bulgaria, Vania has over 20 years of experience in immigration law. Throughout her successful career, she has handled matters in all areas of immigration law. From family-based immigration such as relative and fiancé petitions – to business/employment and investment immigration (e.g. E, L, R visas, EB1/2 immigrant petitions) – to naturalization, Vania works tirelessly to give our clients the best advice and outcomes possible.

Geologist turned attorney with almost a decade of hard-core legal experience. Experienced courtroom attorney with many years of valuable background in turn-key legal representation.

I am Ohio personal injury lawyer Corey Heit. Based in Westerville, Heit Law, LLC, represents clients throughout the Columbus area and across the state. My dedicated focus on helping injury victims allows me to provide the proactive and timely representation necessary to secure the maximum compensation available for your claim.

I understand the challenges injury victims can face in the aftermath of an accident. I take the time to fully understand the extent of your injuries and the care you will require both now and in the future. I fight aggressively to obtain compensation for the medical care you will require...

Jeffrey D. Fish has been providing legal services in Central Ohio since 1991. He is certified by the Ohio State Bar Association as a specialist in Family Relations Law. His practice areas include family law (including adoption, child support, collaborative divorce, custody, dissolution, divorce, prenuptial agreements and visitation) as well as probate matters, and real estate law. He is a Past-President and current board member of the Central Ohio Academy of Collaborative Divorce Professionals, Inc. He has also had advanced training in interdisciplinary collaborative divorce.

Jeffrey D. Fish promotes collaborative divorce as a better way to terminate a marriage....

Born in Detroit, Michigan, Jeffrey C. Pettys grew up in Ohio. Mr. Pettys attended The Ohio State University and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Mr. Pettys met his wife, Pilar Cusi, while attending college. Upon graduation, Mr. Pettys worked as a Commercial Banker in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. While in Pittsburgh, he and his wife decided to marry after a long courtship and decided to travel to Cebu Ciy, Philippines to be married. After returning to the United States, Mr. Pettys made plans to attend law school at Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Law...

Gounaris Abboud, LPA is a full service litigation firm located in Dayton, Ohio. We handle DUI defense, criminal defense, Family law issues (such as divorce, dissolution, and custody), federal criminal law defense and personal injury. The partners of Gounaris Abboud, LPA are like family and understand the importance of treating our clients like extended family. Our clients are our number one priority. At Gounaris Abboud, LPA we pride ourselves in providing our clients with aggressive, dependable legal representation. When we work with our clients, we go out of our way to present them with the individual, one-on-one attention they deserve.

Before launching his own practice, Brian served as an Assistant Public Defender in Portage County, Ohio. While there, Brian made a name for himself by putting his own freedom at risk in order to defend his client's rights. When ordered by a rogue judge to proceed to trial after a mere two hours assigned to the case, Brian declined to begin the trial because he did not want to sacrifice the client's right to effective assistance of counsel and a fair trial. Brian was immediately arrested for refusing the judge's illegal orders. The case garnered national attention. The National Association...

Preeminent AV rated Attorney. The attorneys in our firm have more than 100 years of combined experience. We provide the individual attention our clients deserve in Workers' Compensation, Industrial Commission, Injury, Probate, Estate Planning Litigation Business Law

Mr. Hilgeman concentrates his practice in the areas of personal injury, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence and product liability. He is recognized by Martindale-Hubbell as an AV Preeminent attorney (highest peer rating standard which signifies that peers rank him at the highest level of professional excellence for legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards) and a Super Lawyers Rising Star (less than 2.5% of all attorneys in Ohio under the age of 40). Mr. Hilgeman is also rated as a Top Attorney by AVVO (10.0/10.0) and has received the AVVO Client’s Choice Award and Martindale-Hubbell’s Client Distinction Award for...

An immigrant helping Immigrants. Jorge is from Bogota, Colombia, where he became a lawyer in 1988. Moved to the United States in 2001 and since 2009 opened his practice where he serves the immigrant community. Now with two other bi-lingual attorneys in his firm he serves the immigrant community in immigration and criminal matters. We take pride in the quality of our services.

My personal practice is focused on business law, business litigation, and commercial real estate matters. I manage of team of excellent lawyers that practice in nearly all practice areas.

Jessica primarily practices in the areas of Estate Planning, Business Law, Litigation, Tax Law, Estate Planning and Liquor Law. More specifically, she also assists in the practices areas of Wills, Contracts, Business and Commercial, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Real Estate. Jessica earned her B.A. in Justice in Public Policy from Concordia University Wisconsin in 2009, and also obtained her J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan in 2012. Prior to working at Hurley Law, Jessica was an Associate Attorney at Paskel, Tashman, and Walker until 2013, and was an intern at Legal Aid for three years. She...

I assist clients with assessing their personal goals with regard to the management of their assets during life and the transfer of assets upon death. This assistance includes the preparation of Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, and related documents. Of particular importance is planning for the transfer/distribution of retirement accounts and IRA accounts to children and/or grandchildren while minimizing the income tax burden association with such accounts.

In addition to estate planning, I assist clients with Medicaid & VA planning including the establishment of Medicaid qualifying trusts and trusts that qualify for...

Justin Sanders focuses his practice on civil litigation with an emphasis on wrongful death and catastrophic injury in car and truck wreck cases. Justin has a long record of success helping families who suffered injury through no fault of their own and extensive courtroom and first chair jury trial experience. Justin attended the University of Chicago, then transferred to the University of Kentucky, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. Justin played on the varsity baseball teams at both schools and earned a spot on the SEC Academic Honor Roll each year while at UK. In 2004, Justin graduated Cum Laude from...

I am Carl McCoy, Attorney at Law. I have provided personalized, competent and affordable legal services to residents of central Ohio for more than 30 years. I assist individuals with issues in family law, probate and estate planning, criminal defense, personal injury law, and other areas where legal help is needed.

Justin McMullen serves the firm’s clients from our Cincinnati office, coming to Rolfes Henry after nearly a decade of experience navigating the Ohio trial and appellate court system. Justin has represented hundreds of clients in misdemeanor and felony criminal cases throughout the Miami Valley and in Greater Cincinnati, both in private practice and as court-appointed counsel. He has authored appellate briefs in both state and federal court.

Prior to joining Rolfes Henry, Justin helped injured Ohioans recover more than $1,000,000 for their injuries in motor vehicle liability, premises liability, dog bite, and other personal injury cases with a particular...

Business owners need an attorney who understands their passions and can guide them through the complicated and sometimes bumpy road of owning a business. Business owners need an attorney to help them at the starting block, along the course and at the finish line – guiding them as they build their dreams. This is where we come in. My firm is a boutique business and transactional law firm, focusing on entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses across the United States and even overseas. Building on my experiences as a business owner and managing a business, I started my law...

Elizabeth S. Tuck (formerly Loring) is the founder of The Tuck Firm, LLC ( formerly the Loring Law Office). Lisa has over 16 years' experience advising organizations and individuals on all aspects of employment law in the public and private sector. Lisa has litigated over 80 employment matters in state and federal court and has successfully resolved over 220 employment–related disputes outside of litigation.

The firm’s mission is to provide focused legal guidance to resolve employment disputes and challenges with minimized risk and maximized results. The firms focuses on all aspects of employment law in the private and public...

Jesse Knowlden has a general practice with an emphasis in criminal defense and civil litigation. He has successfully represented and defended clients facing a range of charges from minor misdemeanors to murder. In the civil context, Jesse has achieved favorable outcomes for his clients in a wide variety of litigation and business matters. Jesse was a law clerk with Cohen, Todd, Kite & Stanford for two years before becoming an attorney. In law school, he served as a member of the University of Cincinnati Law Review and had two articles published. Prior to joining the firm, Jesse served as a fellow...

For nearly 20 years, Eric Steiden has been working arduously for business owners and other professionals who have found themselves overwhelmed with the accumulation of debt and/or other financial pressures. He has filed thousands of cases to help individuals and business owners explore bankruptcy options that will benefit their needs most and help ease the associated monetary burdens into manageably controlled assets, once again. Bankruptcy may seem intimidating, but it's becoming increasingly more common for both businesses and families to seek out the help of an experienced bankruptcy attorney when struggling with the difficult decision of whether to file for...

For over 30 years, Roger Kirk has represented clients in Cincinnati, Butler County, Clermont County, and Warren County. He focuses criminal defense, appellate and personal injury cases. Roger will represent you zealously and guides you through the stressful and difficult litigation process. He will use his knowledge and trial-tested techniques to get the best results for you. If you need help with a criminal defense or personal injury matter, choose Roger Kirk.