Michael Eli Bryant

Michael Eli Bryant

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Toledo, OH
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Juvenile

1119 Adams Street, Second Floor, Toledo, OH

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Whether the end of your marriage is amicable or adversarial, you'll want Attorney Bryant's diligence and focus on you during your divorce. Stop worrying, call him today for a free consultation.

17 years

50%
Child Custody 40%

Sometimes divorce is just about money, but a lot of times it’s really about the kids. Divorce and custody matters are traumatic for the whole family, but especially the kids.

17 years

40%
Juvenile Law 10%

If your child is charged with a crime it is important to have an attorney well versed in the Juvenile System. Juvenile Court is very different than the adult system. Attorney Bryant has focused on Juvenile Law his entire career.

17 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 325-325 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 17 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael Eli Bryant

1119 Adams Street, Second Floor, Toledo, OH, 43604

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Michael Eli Bryant's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

74 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 70 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by Tiffani | February 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Satisfied

Michael was very detailed and thorough with what we were looking to resolve in this case. He was straight forward with us both. He made several attempts to contact the opposing counsel and refunded our money due to their not being any response back from opposing counsel.

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Made life easier

Took my dissolution by the horns and made a process that I thought was going to take months to even get into the courts weeks. He was not only professional, but he always made time to discuss matters that were of concern. I feel like this process was so much easier because of his expertises. Couldn’t... have been happier with how he handled things.

Michael Bryant

Replied last January 10, 2025

Thank you! I have worked really hard to make the dissolution process as easy as possible for my clients. I have a tremendous staff that know how to get the case from intake to resolution ASAP. No sense in dragging anything out. Glad it worked out in your case.

Posted by Gina | November 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly recommend

Attorney Bryant was highly recommended to me and I would also highly recommend. Attorney Bryant was straightforward and honest with me throughout my case. I had been trying to get custody of my grandchild for 7 years and was unsuccessful. I hired Attorney Bryant and within 4 months the judge awarded ...me full custody. I am so grateful.

Michael Bryant

Replied last November 13, 2023

Thank you! And though I would love to claim credit for the quick results, much of it was the result of timing. But, I guess, there is something to be said for being opportunistic. It also helps to have a reasonable and responsive client! Most importantly, when we are dealing with kids, we always try to be mindful of the fact that they grow, develop and change so rapidly that they exist on a different time scale than adults do. I am glad that my team was able to get you a positive result for you and your family. I wish everyone the best.

Posted by Lejla | September 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

2022 Dissolution

Michael Bryant made the dissolution process as simple and quick for me as feasible while also assisting me in understanding it and what I needed to do. For anyone going through the dissolution process, I heartily suggest him.

Michael Bryant

Replied last September 11, 2023

Thanks for the endorsement. Dissolutions should be simple and easy. I have a system that makes them as painless as possible. I'm glad me and my team were able to make it as easy as it should be. Best of luck to you!

Posted by Joshua | August 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney

The Right Attorney For The Job

Michael was real, personable, ethical and timely. Answered emails and phone calls with information and kept things on topic. If in the event I ever need legal counsel again, I will be hiring him.

Michael Bryant

Replied last August 15, 2023

Thank you for this. I know how important each case is to my client, and I try to keep things moving and timely. I hope you never need me in the future, but if you do, you know where to find me.

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Michael Eli Bryant's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Sczesny

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Dennis Sawan

General practice lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a great lawyer and I gladly endorse him."

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Amanda Coyle

Juvenile law lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I proudly endorse this lawyer. Michael is extremely hardworking, intelligent and passionate about his cases. I have had the privilege of working with Michael on a juvenile matter and not only is he extremely knowledgeable of the law, he was always prepared and was great advocate for his client."

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George Gerken

General practice lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Attorney Bryant on cases involving Divorce and civil matters and found him to a pleasure to work with. He is the attorney to whom I refer my Bankruptcy and Juvenile Court clients. I am comfortable doing so because I know he is knowledgeable and compassionate and will represent my clients with the skill and professionalism they deserve."

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Cindy Kirby

Family lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Michael Bryant. In my experience, he is a strong and diligent advocate. I have seen Michael "go the extra mile" in reaching a favorable resolution for his client. He is zealous in his representation, while also being sensitive to his clients' needs."

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Daniel Sczesny

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top 100, National Trial Lawyers

2012

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Pro Bono Recognition, Louisiana Bar Association

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Managing Attorney, Michael E. Bryant, Attorney at Law

2013 - 2013

Adviser/Fundraising Coordinator, Kenneth Phillips for Judge Campaign

2012 - 2012

Adviser/Fundraising Coordinator, Kenneth Phillips for Judge Campaign

Associations

2016 - Present

Toledo Bar Association, Juvenile Court Committee

Co-Chairman

2011 - Present

Toledo Bar Association

Committee Member - Juvenile Law

2011 - Present

Toledo Bar Association, Domestic Relations Committee

Committee Member

2010 - Present

Toledo Bar Association, Bar Admissions Committee

Committee Member

2010 - Present

Toledo Bar Association

Committee Member - Young Lawyers Committee

2013 - 2016

Toledo Bar Association

Co-Chairman - Domestic Relations Committee

Education

2008

University of Toledo

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Miami University of Ohio

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

New Lawyer CLE

Best Practices for the Beginning Solo Practitioner

2016

Annual Juvenile Law Seminar

Juvenile Law

2014

Paralegal Association of Northwest Ohio

Juvenile Law Update

2014

2013

Divorce Litigation from Start to Finish Commencing Divorce Action

2013

Divorce Litigation from Start to Finish Discovery Procedure

Languages

English

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