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Gary Jay Gottfried
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Biography
Gary is certified as a Family Law Specialist by the Ohio State Bar Association. He is a former Adjunct Professor at the Capital University Law School, where he taught family law in the Legal Assistants Program. He is currently a lecturer in the area of family law at the Ohio Judicial College and the Oho Association of Domestic Relations Magistrates.
Gary has also presented lectures in the areas of family law and trial practice on behalf of various Bar Associations throughout the State of Ohio, the Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers, and The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Ohio Chapter), The International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (United States Chapter), and The National Association of Legal Secretaries.
Gary is the co-author of a chapter on International Family Law in Sowald & Morgenstern 2 Volume Series on Domestic Relations Law. Gary is a Fellow of The American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (Ohio Chapter), and a Fellow of The International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (United States Chapter). He has been named an "Ohio Super Lawyer" every year since 2005 and one of Ohio's Top 100 Lawyers.
Gary Gottfried is admitted to practice law before all courts in the State of Ohio. In addition he is admitted to practice law before the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio and The United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.
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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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Showing 1 - 5 of 13 reviews | Divorce & Separation
Posted by Matthew | June 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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...
Posted by Aaron | May 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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...
Posted by Derrick | December 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Amazing Attorney!
Gary is an outstanding Attorney! He fought hard for me during my divorce and I ended up getting a successful outcome when it was done. He's detailed, friendly and knows the law. His staff is excellent! If you need an Attorney that will fight for you, please contact him. Highly recommended!!
Posted by Emily | November 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great!
I really appreciated Gary’s honesty with me during my divorce process. My case was messy and long and he was patient and never failed to do his best to make sure the outcome was as fair as possible for me. Moments when I wanted to give up, he pushed me to fight for myself. In the end, I always listen...
Posted by David | April 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Hard situation made easier.
Gary is not only your attorney but a friend when these hard situations arise. He will advise you of what is in your best interests and also listen to the path you want to take through your dissolution or divorce. I am so glad I hired him!
Gary Jay Gottfried's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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"
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
Jeffrey Grossman
Divorce and separation lawyer
David Lowe
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
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
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