Gary Jay Gottfried

Gary Jay Gottfried

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 52 years

Family Lawyer at Westerville, OH
Practice Areas: Family, Child Support, Divorce & Separation

608 Office Parkway, Suite B, Westerville, OH

About Gary

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 34%

As a part of my practice I have considerable experience in the area of International Divorce Matters including the drafting of pre martial agreements and matters involving child abduction and the return of children under the Hague Convention. In addition I am familiar with the procedures necessary for the service of divorce paperwork in foreign countries.

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Child Support 33%

I have presented numerous lectures n the area of child support to both lawyers and judges and magistrates throughout the State of Ohio.

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Divorce and Separation 33%

I am a certified by the Ohio State Bar Association in family law .I also serve as a member of the Ohio State Bar Association Family Law Specialty Board which certifies attorneys in family law. In addition I am a fellow in both the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers ( Past President-Ohio Chapter) and the International Academy of Family Lawyers.

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 52 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1973

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Gary J. Gottfried Co., LPA

608 Office Parkway, Suite B, Westerville, OH, 43082

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Gary Jay Gottfried's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

5 star (21) 4 star (2)
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Posted by Matthew | June 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I am a difficult client

I will admit that I am a difficult client. I am hard headed, quick tempered, fast to act, and I think I know better. Gary worked with me through my two plus year divorce even though I am that difficult client. He talked me through different issues, gave me options and sage advice. We got the resu...lt we were looking for. Gary is a smart, seasoned lawyer that will give you good advice in a timely manner. He put up with all my BS, but got me through my divorce. For that, I will be ever thankful.

Posted by Brad | January 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best there is!…. period

Mr. Gottfried handled my case for three years now. My son’s mom filed to reduce my time, which we had 50/50 for the last seven years before she filed. Meeting with Mr. Gottfried for the first time I knew he was my guy. He is very prompt in returning calls and e-mails and I can say this promptnes...s has not dropped the slightest over the last three years (even on his days off). He made sure when the trial date finally came that we had everything lined up to negate everything she filed plus things that could come up in trial so we were ready to present them to fight. He makes sure you are prepared for any questions and have evidence to back you up. We have gone through a magistrate appeal and now seven more months later it is looking like she will appeal the judge’s decision. Not only did Mr Gottfried have a rebuttal for all of her bogus claims, we actually asked for an additional over night to which it was granted. When this is dragged out over three years so far, there are times to which you question yourself. Mr Gottfried would reassure me and talk me down from those times. He is honest with you, some attorneys are there to collect a check, but not him. He gave me his opinion when I asked, based off his career in these cases, but also said it’s up to you Brad. I cannot say enough about him or give him the praise he deserves. I have referred friends to him because he is the best…period! If you are in need of an attorney for custody cases, call him. You will not be disappointed, trust me.

Posted by Jacob | August 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

International child custody

Gary represented me phenomenally as an expert witness, he was highly astute and Incredibly cognizant and professional. Although my case ended before it went to trial I felt that his contributions made a huge impact and I was so thankful to have received his services, he would be the first person I go... to if I find myself in that situation again.

Posted by Aaron | May 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A difference maker

I had a consultation with Gary based on the recommendation of a friend. I was using another attorney and was making no progress with my divorce. The advice I had been receiving was not clear or direct. Gary boiled everything down to basic facts and set realistic expectations. His strategic advice... led to me being able to negotiate a dissolution agreement with my ex in a very short period of time. As an attorney myself, I was impressed with Gary's approach and would recommend him to anyone who asks.

Posted by anonymous | May 5, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Gary couldn’t be any easier to work with.

Gary was with me for every step of my journey. He helped me with all my dumb question’s and with all my concerns. Not at one time did he ever put me on the back burner. He always made me feel like I was the only client he had. Even though I know I wasn’t. Sometimes he would just talk to me just to se...e how I was doing. To assure me that things would get better and that he had my back. You don’t find that much now a day in people, let alone in an attorney.

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Gary Jay Gottfried's Lawyer Endorsements

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Craig Sams

Family lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of hearing Gary speak on multiple occasions and always walk away with new and helpful information. Gary's experience and wealth of knowledge are surpassed only by his enthusiasm for the practice of law. He is a valuable asset to the family law community and one of the nicest people I have had the pleasure of meeting."

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Douglas Brill

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend and endorse Gary. He is the consummate professional. He is a recognized scholar, a renowned litigator, and most importantly practices law with the highest degree of ethics and professionalism. I am proud to be a colleague. Douglas Brill"

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David Heier

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If asked to recommend an attorney, Gary would be on my short list. Not only is he knowledgeable and has integrity, but he is a nice guy. Even when I am the opposing counsel, it is a pleasure to deal with a true fellow professional in the field of family law."

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Holly Regoli

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Gary for a number of years. He is widely respected by his peers and is excellent attorney and I certainly endorse him as an attorney to meet all your family legal needs."

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Lee Thompson

Family lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. There's way too much that can be said about Gary. Simply stated, when it comes to domestic relations matters, he is one of the top attorneys in Ohio."

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David Lowe

Family lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Gary is a first-rate lawyer who is well-respected by his peers, the courts and everyone in general. I would not hesitate to recommend Gary to anyone with a family law issue."

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Amy McKinlay

Family lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Meredith Snyder

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Gary for many years as a fellow lawyer. Gary is about as trustworthy and ethical as they come, as are the other lawyers in his office. He is very easy to work with both as an opposing counsel as well as a Guardian ad Litem. Gary is very responsive and on top of things."

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Craig Treneff

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gary Gottfried is an outstanding litigator with a deep knowledge of the law. He practices in a highly ethical fashion. I recommend him without reservation."

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Jeffrey Grossman

Divorce and separation lawyer

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David Lowe

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Certified Family Law Specialist, Ohio State Bar Association

Work Experience

2000 - 2007

Adjunct Professor, Capital University Law School

1979 - 1994

Partner, Gottfried and Palmer

Associations

1993 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Ohio chapter)

Past President

Sample of Legal Cases

Rowell v Smith, Ohio Supreme Court

Trial Court can issue a temporary order

Frederick v. Frederick

The Child was returned to Germany

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Education

1973

Capital University

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

Fairfield County Bar Association family Law seminar

Family Law

2013

Dayton Bar Association Family Law Seminar

Family Law

2012

Ohio Association of Domestic Relations Judges

Family Law Update

2012

Dayton Bar Association

Family Law

2011

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Family Law Update

Publications

2012

Sowald Morgenstern Contributing Editor

Languages

English

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