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also known as Daniel F. Zigray
Ohio Probate Litigation Cases are the only type of cases I work on. Most I take on a "contingency fee" basis - which means I don't get paid a fee unless I obtain a recovery for you through trial or settlement. I handle Will Contests, Trust Contests and other Inheritance disputes. Contact me at my email address to discuss your case.
My practice is exclusively in the complex and unique area of probate litigation. Probate Litigation includes will contests (challenges to the validity of a last will), trust contests, inheritance disputes, claims against estates, guardianship matters, elder financial abuse, and misuse of power of attorney cases. I have been handling these types of cases for 15 years and I do not handle any other kind of legal matters.
My Probate Litigation experience encompasses all phases of the case includng filing the lawsuit, discovery of evidence, taking depositions, reviewing and using medical records, reviewing and using financial records, and taking the case to a trial in front of a jury, obtaining verdicts in favor of our clients. I have also successfully mediated and settled these kinds of cases.
I have spoken at seminars in Ohio on various probate litigation topics. I have also been a regular monthly speaker at the Toledo Bar Association Probate Committee Meetings, speaking on current Probate Litigation Law topics, since 2002.
I have been licensed to practice law in Ohio since 1991. Early in my career I handled various types of legal matters including real estate, probate, family law, and estate planning. I was also a prosecutor in the Perrysburg Municipal Court where I gained experience in trial practice, taking many cases to trial during my tenure there.
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Practice Areas
33%-40%
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
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1755 Indian Wood Circle, Suite 400, Maumee, OH, 43537
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Posted by Elizabeth | April 04, 2025 | Probate
Bright, knowledgeable, and kind.
I contacted attorney Zigray for assistance with a complicated probate-related matter. Although he ultimately declined to take the case, Mr. Zigray quickly understood the relevant facts, accurately identified the governing law, and articulately provided me rational guidance and advice. In addition to...
Posted by jon | September 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Dan and his staff are outstanding
I contacted Dan Zigray concerning an estate dispute. My cousin, who had power of attoney and co executor of my Uncles will had him sign 800,000 dollars into her name as beneficiary. My Uncle at the time of the transfer suffered from Dementia and Parkinson's. Dan and Adam Freed were outstanding, There...
Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2015 | Probate
Results through negotiation
Concluding our inheritance dispute with a substantial settlement, Daniel Zigray proved to be a reliable and diligent attorney. Experienced in these matters, he advocated a realistic approach in our case. Avoiding the pitfalls of a protracted and expensive lawsuit, Att. Daniel Zigray achieved a satisf...
Posted by Leslie | June 24, 2010
Ottawa County
Mr. Zigray was professional, engaging and made all legal issues understandable to all involved who are not in the legal field. He went above and beyond our expectations. Mr. Zigray was knowledgable about the case whenever I needed to contact him.
Posted by Chris | December 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
A life Experience
A life experience that I didn’t see coming, and never want to go through again. Finding out, after the passing of my sister and then my brother-in-law, and then told by the Attorney that wrote their Will, that I needed to hire my own Attorney, due to the fact that it was a codicil will. Then through ...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Dan on several cases over the past few years. He has extensive knowledge of probate matters and the law, and his litigation skills are remarkable. I have observed him expertly pick apart defendants while taking their deposition. I took many mental notes on how to illicit the evidence needed to win a probate litigation case during the depositions he led. He is professional and aggressive, and he secures the results his clients seek and deserve."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Zigray. I have faced Mr. Zigray as opposing counsel on many difficult cases over nearly two decades and I am never disappointed by his professionalism and ability to apply the law to difficult situations. He is unwavering in his loyalty to his clients and yet serves to facilitate settlements in appropraite situations for the benefit of the parties who are often related to one another."
"I strongly endorse Daniel Zigray. Dan is a conscientious and accomplished attorney who is well respected among his peers."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known this attorney since he began practice. He is an able litigator, effective negotiator, and able legal counselor especially in the area of Wills and estate litigation."
"Dan is one of the best probate litigators I have seen. He would be an excellent counselor and resource for probate and trust litigation."
"I endorse this lawyer. We have prepared literally thousands of estate plans. When the beneficiaries of the Trusts or Wills have disputes, I refer 100 PERCENT of them to Dan. I have complete confidence in him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Dan specializes in probate and elder financial abuse litigation. He is very knowledgeable, thorough and well prepared for his cases. He has successfully handled difficult cases throughout Ohio. I have referred several clients to him."
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2018
Very High Rating in both Legal Ability & Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Distinguished Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top Attorneys in America, Who's Who Legal
2010 - Present
principal attorney, Zigray Law Office, LLC
1991 - 2010
Partner, Kolb & Zigray
1994 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association, Litigation SectionMember
1991 - Present
Lucas County Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association, Probate CommitteeMember
2002 - 2010
Toledo Bar Associations, Probate CommitteeRegular speaker (2002-2010)
1994 - 2008
Ohio Academy of Trial LawyersMember
1994 - 2006
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
Settled Will Contest and Investment Account Changes
Recovered assets in probate litigation matter
Successful Recovery/Settlement
Successful settlement reached within 6 months
Successfully mediated settlement
Success in appeal
successful settlement
successful in obtaining dismissal of guardianship petition
Jury verdict in favor of our clients
Obtained 7 figure settlement after mediation
Settled after mediation
Obtained settlment to satisfaction of my clients
Settlement obtained
Settement obtained for Plaintiffs
Obtained 7 figure settlement for our clients
Obtained a settlement for Plaintiffs
Obtained a 90% settlment in favor of my clients
Settled after several days of trial
Jury Verdict in favor of Plaintiffs
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
B.B.A.
2010
Probate Litigation - Law Update (since 2002)
2007
Will Contests and Other Probate Litigation Topics
2007
Will Contests, Trust Contests, Estate Disputes
2007
2007
English
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