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also known as Katie Arthurs
Katie Arthurs is a family law attorney and mediator who counsels clients through difficult times. She was a partner at two reputable Cleveland law firms before exiting firm life to establish Northeast Ohio Family Law and Mediation LLC to focus her practice on mediation and keeping families out of court.
She keeps a “big picture” approach when working with clients to find creative solutions to all family law matters including dissolution of marriage, divorce, child custody, shared parenting, spousal support, child support, and post-decree disputes. She uses a structured mediation process to resolve cases efficiently, effectively, and equitably. Katie practices across Northeastern Ohio including the counties of Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, and Summit.
Katie is the current mediation practice group leader and a past president of the Center for Principled Family Advocacy. She is an Ohio State Bar Association Certified Specialist in Family Relations Law and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, a national organization of selected family law attorneys who exhibit the highest standards of family law and improvement. She also has advanced trainings in mediation, collaborative law, and parenting coordination.
Katie was selected by her peers for her inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America for Family Law (2020 to present) and Family Law Mediation (2022 to present). She has also been named to Ohio Super Lawyers (2023 to present).
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Acquired: 2011
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33445 Bainbridge Road, Solon, OH, 44139
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Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Kaitlyn was wonderful as my lawyer/ mediator during my divorce. She was very thorough , kind and efficient.
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Katie is a highly skilled professional, enabling her to guide and navigate the dissolution process swiftly. Her expertise, professionalism, and strong organizational skills make a challenging process more manageable. Katie is an excellent communicator who can skillfully navigate complex and tense sit...
Posted by Sarah | March 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Katie made the process of the prenuptial agreement so much less stressful. She was thorough and made sure I truly understood what we were agreeing to. I felt extremely supported and never rushed. I appreciated her guidance and would absolutely recommend her.
Posted by anonymous | January 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Katie was an excellent attorney to work with. With what could have been an ugly divorce she was able to keep things peaceful and always had my children at the forefront of the process. Katie was extremely organized and kept the process moving. She always had myself and children's best interest at he...
Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Katie was fantastic assisting me with my dissolution. Her office provided the perfect amount of guidance & direction - any time I had a question I could call & immediately reach someone for an answer. Documentation & email communication were always prompt. Literally wouldn’t change a thing.
"I was privileged to watch Katie’s career evolve over the last several years. The growth of her practice and the complexity of the cases she handles has been remarkable, which stands in testament to the caring, competent representation she provides to her clients. Katie brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to all matters that she handles, but further provides her clients with access to the dedicated, diligent representation they deserve. She gives her clients the opportunity to work with the perfect blend of a counselor, advocate, protector and confidant. When the situation becomes challenging, as is often the case in domestic relations matters, Katie is the person clients can most trust."
"Katie is one of the most diligent and resourceful attorneys I've met. Because of her work ethic, responsiveness, and vast knowledge of all areas of domestic relations law, Katie can handle the most contentious of divorces / custody cases, and also is the right person to efficiently and creatively resolve / mediate those family disputes."
"Katie is an extremely skilled attorney and mediator who works tirelessly, using her expertise and creative problem solving skills to provide her clients the best possible outcome. Katie's patience, knowledge and kindness seem to make an otherwise impossible situation manageable."
"Katie is one of the best lawyers I know! She is kind and compassionate, yet tough and protects her clients. She is reasonable and willing to creatively solve problems in her cases. Katie is always one of the first attorneys I recommend."
"Katie is an excellent family law attorney who strives to do the best for each and every client she represents. Katie has resolved many cases through skilled negotiation and excellent interpersonal skills, which gives her a unique perspective as a mediator. Katie is adept at hearing both sides and working with the parties to resolve their issues as amicably as possible under the circumstances. I do not hesitate to refer clients to Katie."
"If you are looking for high quality legal representation in family law matters, Katie Arthurs is the perfect choice. Her reputation in the family law field, with both judges and other attorneys, is second to none. She is a highly skilled and knowledgeable attorney, who is a great asset in any family matter, whether divorce or custody issues. I endorse Katie D. Arthurs."
"I endorse Katie because she is one of the smartest and most competent attorneys I have had the pleasure of knowing during my years of practice. I would be fully confident referring friends and family to Katie to handle their matters, which is truly the highest compliment that can be given to another attorney. Katie goes above and beyond the call of duty in every aspect of her practice and is absolutely second to none in terms of her ability to understand and diligently handle the complex issues that often present themselves in domestic relations law. She is also fantastic in dealing with clients, understanding their needs, and making them as comfortable as possible. I absolutely offer my strong endorsement of Katie Arthurs."
"Katie is not only an outstanding advocate and extremely knowledgeable in her field, but she goes above and beyond for each and every client. Katie has handled very sensitive, personal, and complex matters for my clients, friends, and family. She achieves great results and makes navigating the legal process as pleasant as possible."
"Katie is a very capable attorney. I refer to her any client I have with a family law or domestic relations issue. I would trust Katie with my own case, knowing she would work hard, communicate often and honestly, and seek the best possible result."
"I endorse this lawyer. Katie sees the big picture when representing her clients. She is a skilled negotiator and can resolve matters efficiently but can also litigate those cases which need to be tried."
Litigation lawyer
2025
Best Law Firms, The Best Lawyers in America
2025
Best Lawyers - Family Law and Family Law Mediation, The Best Lawyers in America
2025
Ohio Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2024
Best Law Firms, The Best Lawyers in America
2024
Best Lawyers - Family Law and Family Law Mediation, The Best Lawyers in America
2024
Ohio Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2023
Ohio Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2023
Best Law Firms, The Best Lawyers in America
2023
Best Lawyers - Family Law and Family Law Mediation, The Best Lawyers in America
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2022
Best Lawyers - Family Law and Family Law Mediation, The Best Lawyers in America
2021
Ohio Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2021
Best Lawyers - Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2020
Ohio Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2020
Best Lawyers - Family Law, The Best Lawyers in America
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2019
Ohio Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2018
Ohio Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2021 - Present
Founder and Attorney-Mediator, Northeast Ohio Family Law and Mediation LLC
2019 - 2021
Partner, Frantz Ward LLP
2017 - 2019
Principal, McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co Lpa
2011 - 2017
Associate, McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co Lpa
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co Lpa
2023 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2020 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationCertified Family Law Specialist
2016 - Present
Center for Principal Family AdvocacyMediation Practice Group Leader
2011 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar AssociationMember, Family Law Section
Dividing marital estates including bank accounts, real estate, investments, and retirement plans
Evaluating, protecting, and dividing closely-held business interests, including LLC’s, partnerships, S-corporations, C-corporations, and family-owned entities
Tracing premarital, inherited, and gifted assets relating to separate property claims
Drafting separation agreements and shared parenting plans
Negotiating the allocation of parental rights and responsibilities including parenting time schedules, medical and education decision making, payment of extracurricular activities and other child related expenses, and issues concerning parental relocation
Handling post-decree matters, such as the enforcement of court orders, non-disclosed assets, child support and spousal support modification, and child custody and visitation modification, including cases transferred from other jurisdictions
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2021
Prenuptial Agreement Drafting Considerations and What Goes Wrong in Divorce Litigation
2021
When Closely Held Businesses are Held Too Closely?
2019
Domestic Relations: Practical Overview for Healthcare and Corporate Attorneys
2019
Business of Law
2019
Domestic Relations: Potential Impact on Business
2019
Domestic Relations: Potential Impact on Business
2017
Best Practices for Your First Summer Legal Job
2016
Divorce 101
2016
The Practice of Law and Business Development
2020
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