Katie Arthurs is a family law attorney and mediator who counsels clients through difficult times. Her practice is concentrated on dissolution of marriage, collaborative divorce, mediation, and prenuptial agreements.
She keeps a “big picture” approach when working efficiently with clients to find creative solutions to all family law matters. Katie practices across Northeastern Ohio, including Cuyahoga, Summit, Geauga, Lorain, Medina, Portage, and Lake.
Katie was a past president and current mediation practice group leader of the Center for Principled Family Advocacy. She is also an OSBA Certified Specialist in Family Relations Law.
She founded Northeast Ohio Family Law and Mediation LLC to focus her practice on keeping families out of court.
Practice areas
As a mediator, Katie is jointly hired to facilitate discussions and problem-solve solutions. This process puts the parties in the driver’s seat to find mutually-agreeable resolutions. Mediation can be used in-court or out-of-court.
10 years
Katie uses facilitated negotiations to obtain settlements, including collaborative divorce. These negotiations may utilize meetings between counsel and the parties, attorney phone discussions, exchanged proposals, and/or shuttle diplomacy.
10 years
Katie’s practice entails the crafting of prenuptial agreements to protect premarital assets, business interests, and real estate in the event of divorce and/or death. She works strategically with clients to facilitate sensitive discussions.
10 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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OH | Active | 2011 | 04/29/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Best Lawyer - Family Law and Family Law Mediation | The Best Lawyers in America | 2022 |
Best Lawyer - Family Law | The Best Lawyers in America | 2021 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2021 |
Best Lawyer - Family Law | The Best Lawyers in America | 2020 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2019 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2016 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder, Attorney, and Mediator | Northeast Ohio Family Law and Mediation LLC | 2021 - Present |
Partner | Frantz Ward LLP | 2019 - 2021 |
Principal | McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co Lpa | 2017 - 2019 |
Associate | McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co Lpa | 2011 - 2017 |
Law Clerk | McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co Lpa | 2010 - 2011 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Ohio State Bar Association | Certified Family Law Specialist | 2020 - Present |
Center for Principal Family Advocacy | Mediation Practice Group Leader | 2016 - Present |
Akron Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2014 - Present |
Ohio State Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association | Member, Family Law Section | 2011 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal | Positive Effects of Unprecedented Times: The Rise of Technology and the Collaborative Divorce Process | 2020 |
Crain's Cleveland Business | Family Law's Shift from "Winning" to Finding Middle Ground | 2020 |
Smart Business Magazine | Insulating Your Company from the Fallout of a Partner’s Divorce | 2019 |
Smart Business Magazine | Family Matters: Reducing the Impact of Personal Issues on Business | 2018 |
Elle | Khloé Kardashian Has Sole Custody Of Her New Baby Daughter, According To Ohio Law | 2018 |
Hollywood Life | Khloe Kardashian Has Custody of Baby with Tristan Thompson After Cheating Drama: Lawyer Says | 2018 |
MSN - Marie Claire | Khloe Kardashian Has Sole Custody of Her Baby | 2018 |
Smart Business Magazine | Navigating Divorce By Using a Business Mindset | 2017 |
Crain's Cleveland Business | Removing the Stigma: 8 Modern Benefits of Prenuptial Agreements | 2017 |
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal | Aftermath of Battle: The Rise of Post-Divorce Conflict, Issues and Client Needs | 2017 |
Crain's Cleveland Business | Transition Planning for Children with Special Needs | 2017 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Case Western Reserve University | JD - Juris Doctor | 2011 |
John Carroll University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2008 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Association of Corporate Counsel | When Closely Held Businesses are Held Too Closely? | 2021 |
CMBA CLE Webinar | Prenuptial Agreement Drafting Considerations and What Goes Wrong in Divorce Litigation | 2021 |
Association of Corporate Counsel | Domestic Relations: Potential Impact on Business | 2019 |
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association | Domestic Relations: Practical Overview for Healthcare and Corporate Attorneys | 2019 |
Case Western Reserve University School of Law | Business of Law | 2019 |
Association of Corporate Counsel | Domestic Relations: Potential Impact on Business | 2019 |
Case Western Reserve University School of Law | Best Practices for Your First Summer Legal Job | 2017 |
Case Western Reserve University School of Law | The Practice of Law and Business Development | 2016 |
Continued Legal Education Seminar | Divorce 101 | 2016 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Dividing marital estates | Dividing marital estates including bank accounts, real estate, investments, and retirement plans |
Closely-held business interests | Evaluating, protecting, and dividing closely-held business interests, including LLC’s, partnerships, S-corporations, C-corporations, and family-owned entities |
Assets relating to separate property claims | Tracing premarital, inherited, and gifted assets relating to separate property claims |
Drafting agreements | Drafting separation agreements and shared parenting plans |
Prenuptial agreements | Interpreting and evaluating the enforcement of prenuptial agreements |
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Jonathan Wolnik, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 16, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
John Moran, Family Attorney on Apr 10, 2019
Relationship: Co-worker
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.
Jonathan Wolnik, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 16, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
John Moran, Family Attorney on Apr 10, 2019
Relationship: Co-worker
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.
Danielle Garson, Mediation Attorney on Feb 18, 2019
Relationship: Co-worker
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.
Jennifer Himmelein, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 8, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Steven Larson, Mediation Attorney on Jan 8, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Katherine O'Brien, Family Attorney on Jan 12, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Nicholas Dodosh, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 22, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Angela Lydon, Family Attorney on Sep 17, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Amanda Gatti, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 17, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Susan Stone, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 27, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
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.