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4.9 /5.0
59 Client Reviews
$ 300-375 per hour
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William Lee Geary
also known as Law Offices of William L Geary Co., LPA, Geary Law Offices
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About William
Biography
William L. Geary has been a practicing attorney since 1979. He is a graduate of Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law, and was the recipient of numerous awards during his time there. Not long after graduation, he founded Law Offices of William L. Geary in Columbus Ohio, and began serving his community as a dedicated divorce and family law attorney.
Mr. Geary has helped countless people through sensitive and emotionally-charged legal matters. He works closely with his clients and works tirelessly to achieve the outcome that will serve their best interests. Due to his dedication, open communication, and record of outstanding case results, he has been awarded the Client Distinction Award from Martindale-Hubbell. This award is provided to attorney’s when clients have taken the time to praise their communication ability, responsiveness, quality of service, and cost value. Contact his firm today if you would like to schedule a consultation with attorney William Geary.
Professional, caring and respected. We concentrate solely in family law matters.
William Geary's firm knows child support cases.
At the Law Offices of William L. Geary, we practice ONLY family law.
William Geary has a litigation background-- important to proper presentation of family law cases
William Geary --involved in mediation since 1993 on court committees & mediation organization boards
Professional, caring and respected. We concentrate solely in family law matters.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
Family
20%
Litigation
20%
Child Support
9%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2016 2014
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 46 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of William L. Geary
155 W Main St., Columbus, OH, 43215-5000
columbusfamilylawyer.com/staff/william-l-geary/Online Presence
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Posted by Gregory | January 28, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Upfront, Sensible and Hardworking Lawyer!
Mr. Geary is a very knowledgeable and trustworthy lawyer, which is not always synonymous with such a profession. I'm always impressed with his attentiveness and responsiveness, even after normal business hours. In fact, he called and replied to my emails while on his vacation after reviewing my d...
Posted by Carl | January 28, 2014
Bill Geary is the best!!!
Bill was very attentive and listened carefully to my case. He "rolled up his sleeves", went to work and got the best possible solution to my problem. He was absolutely brilliant, and his fee was very fair. I would recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Tenéasha | May 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A True Regret & Waste
I typically don't write reviews, but if I can help save someone to avoid the TRAUMATIC DISTRESS I went through hiring this GARBAGE attorney I will. First let me start off with the consultation. I explained what my goals were to accomplish for my custody case and he ASSURED me that what I was looking ...
William Geary
Replied last May 11, 2022I am saddened to see what you have written here in AVVO for the public to see. As you know, our firm is composed, presently, of three attorneys and a few support staff. All of us dedicate ourselves to family law matters and all of us have families to support and so do our best to be the best. I am equally saddened about your comments attempting to disparage the court personnel and other attorneys and guardian who were involved in your case. I believe that they also strive to do their best and be the best. In your "Review", in AVVO here, you made it seem as though I gave you some sort of "guarantee" on your case when we first met. Nothing could be further from the truth and, after 45 years of practicing, I know this well: I know of no attorneys who would give any type of guarantee on the outcome of a case, either on a first meeting with a client or even after all evidence was in and a case was "done"-- just waiting on a decision. You did not mention, in your review the following: a. From the time we first talked with you until the case was done, hearing-wise a total of 2 years and 8 months passed. b. The case was continued many times due to Covid restrictions and the courts being closed. c. We spent 7 days trying the case. d. We have over 3,700 copies of emails (some may be double copies though) generated communicating on the case. e. We spent a combined time of 228 hours working on your case. f. As to the work we did that you stated you did not authorize, we voluntarily took the charge off the bill (ourselves and not because you “caught” the charge) but we thought that the work was necessary in order to clear up potential misunderstandings in an exhibit. This work and the new exhibit were used at trial also. e. We presented trial notebooks with over 150 original exhibits in your case (approximately 1500 hundred pages). f. Your original testimony lasted, I believe, over two days. g. After we were done with your original testimony and the original exhibits, you insisted on presenting another 300-400 pages of exhibits and testifying for another two days. Of the total of 7 days of trial you testified four days. h. You demanded having 2 attorneys at trial and so the two of us who attended your whole trial each billed our time at half of our normal rates. i. As to what you say you were charged you still owe money and did NOT spend “6 figures” with us. Again, I am saddened to see what you have written about us and about the Court here in AVVO for the public to see.
William Lee Geary's Lawyer Endorsements
"One of the best in town. Easy to deal with, and knows just about everything there is to know about family law."
"From Mr. Geary's contributions to Avvo users’ questions, he’s clearly a skilled and highly knowledgeable lawyer. Given his excellent advice, I recommend Mr. Geary to provide best-in-class legal guidance and representation."
"I highly recommend Mr. Geary for your family law needs. He has demonstrated a high degree of excellence to meet your legal needs."
"Bill is extremely competent, knowledgeable and professional. I have always enjoyed working on a case when Bill is representing the other party."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Bill on a number of cases. Bill is always prepared, professional and advocates hard for his client. Bill is a true asset to our profession."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is an excellent litigator and family law attorney. He is smart, tough when necessary and pursues his clients' interests zealously."
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Experience
Honors
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Top Lawyers, Columbus CEO
2019
A-V Preminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
A-V Preminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Top Lawyers, Columbus C.E.O. Magazine
2017
Top Lawyers, Columbus C.E.O. Magazine
2017
A-V Preminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
A-V Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top Lawyers, Columbus C.E.O. Magazine
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell
1979
AMJUR BOOK AWARD CONTRACTS I AND II, AMERICAN JURISPRUDENCE
1979
AMJUR BOOK AWARD SECURED TRANSACTIONS, AMERICAN JURISPRUDENCE
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Law Offices of William L. Geary Co. LPA
1994 - 2016
President, Geary Securities -- Charleston West Virginia
1994 - 2020
President, Geary Realty-- Charleston West Virginia
1979 - 1995
PARTNER, HAMILTON, KRAMER, MYERS AND CHEEK
Associations
2013 - Present
Columbus Bar AssociationBAR ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE
U.S. Federal Court Southern District of Ohio
Licensed
1994 - 1996
Franklin County Domestic Relations CourtMediation Advisory Committee
1992 - 1993
Community Mediation Services of Central OhioBoard of Directors
Education
1978
Ohio Northern University-Claude W. Pettit College of Law
J.D.
1974
The Ohio State University
BA
Speaking Engagements
1995
Real Estate Law
Real Estate Law
1994
Real Estate Law
Real Estate Law
1976
Business Law
Business Law
1975
Business Law
Business Law
Publications
2020
DIVORCE MAGAZINE.COM
MONTHLY BLOGGER
2013
Aspatore publication: Child Custody Litigation and Settlements November 2013
"The Influence of Current Trends in Child Custody on Custody Trial Preparation"
Languages
Italian
English
Activity
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Q&A
Can a Guardian Ad Litem discuss legal stratagem with opposing counsel in an apparent effort to make a motion more viable?
12 Jun 2018
Q&A
How much time can you get if your facing 5 counts of child neglect ?
03 Sep 2016
Q&A
Can I hire my own Guardian at litem with out an attorney or do i need the attorney to appoint one?
05 Jul 2016