Ohio family law

Good people who happen to be good family lawyers.

Real Ohio attorneys for divorce, custody, adoption, and wills. We'll tell you — in plain English — what's actually going to happen and what it actually costs, before you commit a dollar.

10.0 Avvo rating
4.8 / 5 Client reviews
88 / 88 Ohio counties
2,400+ Cases since 2020
2400+ Ohio families served Since 2020
88/88 Counties handled Statewide coverage
4.8/5 Client rating Across 312+ reviews
$25 30-min consult Flat rate, no upsell
Where to start

What are you trying to figure out?

Pick what's closest. We'll show you what we can actually do — no form, no email, no commitment.

I'm thinking about divorce.

Dissolution vs contested divorce, what each costs in Ohio, how long it takes, and what to do first — even if you're not sure yet.

  • Dissolution (uncontested)
  • Contested divorce
  • Legal separation
  • High-asset divorce
Read about divorce in Ohio
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Read about divorce in Ohio

I need to figure out custody.

Parenting plans, custody modifications, unmarried parents, grandparent rights — what Ohio courts actually look at and how to prepare.

  • Parenting plans
  • Custody modifications
  • Unmarried parents
  • Grandparent rights
Read about Ohio custody
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Read about Ohio custody

I want to plan for my family.

Flat-fee will packages, trusts, and powers of attorney. Done in two appointments — without the white-shoe firm price tag.

  • Wills & trusts
  • Healthcare directives
  • Power of attorney
  • Guardianship
Read about estate planning
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Read about estate planning

I just need to talk to a lawyer.

Book a 30-minute conversation with an Ohio attorney for $25. Real conversation about your situation, real options, written quote.

  • Talk to an attorney
  • Get a written quote
  • 30 minutes, $25 flat
  • No sales pitch
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Why Gavvl

Built differently than a traditional firm.

Most Ohio family law firms charge a $3,000–$10,000 retainer, then meter it out at $300+/hour. We do that only when your case actually needs it. For the rest, we charge a flat fee — quoted up front, in writing.

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Flat-fee pricing.

Uncontested divorces, parenting plans, wills, prenups — priced up front, in writing, before you commit. No retainer drawdowns, no hourly surprises.

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Real consultations.

30 minutes with an Ohio attorney for $25. You leave with an understanding of your situation and a written price — whether or not you hire us.

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Statewide, mostly remote.

Four offices, all 88 counties. Most clients work with us by video and phone from wherever they live — same attorneys, same pricing.

How it works

Three steps. No mystery.

From first call to closed case. Here's exactly what to expect.

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Book a $25 consult.

30 minutes with an Ohio attorney. Tell us what's going on. Get a written quote and real options — no sales pitch.

02

Decide what you want.

We send you a written plan with flat-fee pricing. Decide on your timeline. Sleep on it. No pressure.

03

We handle it.

You sign the engagement letter. We take it from there — most cases handled remotely, statewide.

What clients say

Real Ohio families. Real outcomes.

★★★★★

"They told me what it would cost on the first call. No retainer games, no surprise bills. My divorce was done in eight weeks."

Megan K. Hamilton County · Dissolution
★★★★★

"I felt heard from minute one. They explained custody law in ways I actually understood and got me a parenting plan I can live with."

David R. Franklin County · Custody
★★★★★

"Estate planning that didn't take six months and three meetings. Wills, POAs, and a trust — all done flat-fee, in two appointments."

Patricia M. Cuyahoga County · Wills
FAQ

What Ohio families ask us

An uncontested dissolution in Ohio typically runs $1,500–$3,500 in flat attorney fees plus $300–$400 in court filing fees. A contested divorce runs $4,000–$20,000+ depending on assets, custody disputes, and how long it takes. We quote your case in writing on the first call so you know before you commit.

Dissolution is no-fault and requires both spouses to agree on everything — assets, debts, custody, support — before filing. It's faster (30–90 days) and cheaper. Divorce is filed when spouses disagree and need a court to decide. It's slower (6–18 months) and more expensive. Most of our cases are dissolutions because we help couples agree before we file.

Yes — at least one spouse must have been an Ohio resident for at least 6 months before filing, and a resident of the filing county for at least 90 days. There are limited exceptions for military and certain custody situations.

Dissolutions are typically 30–90 days from filing to final decree. Uncontested divorces, 90–180 days. Contested divorces, 6–18 months or longer depending on complexity. We give you a realistic timeline on the first call.

For most dissolutions, one short hearing — often by video. For contested matters, more. We handle most of our cases remotely; you only show up when Ohio law requires it.

Yes. We serve all 88 Ohio counties. Most of our clients work with us entirely by video and phone — same attorneys, same flat-fee pricing, same process — from wherever they live in Ohio.

Ready when you are

Your brighter tomorrow <em>starts with one step</em>

A real conversation with an Ohio attorney. Written quote at the end. Whether or not you hire us.