Timothy Dale McKinzie

Timothy Dale McKinzie

4.9
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Akron, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Personal Injury ... +4 more

529 White Pond Drive, Akron, OH

About Timothy

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 20%

Defended murder cases, theft cases, assault cases, white collar crime, drug trafficing and drug possession cases.

32 years | 638 cases

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

Divorce, dissolution, parenting issues, spousal support issues, property division, debt and asset allocation.

32 years | 167 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 15%

32 years | 233 cases

15%
Personal Injury 15%

32 years | 272 cases

15%
Business 10%

Formation of entities, draft Buy-Sell Agreements, corporate litigation and contract disputes.

32 years | 276 cases

10%
Child Custody 10%

32 years | 115 cases

10%
Real Estate 10%

Disputes involving real estate, landlord tenant disputes, foreclosure defense.

32 years | 85 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 31 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1994

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 32 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Timothy Dale McKinzie

529 White Pond Drive, Akron, OH, 44320-1123

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Timothy Dale McKinzie's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (8) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Gina | February 15, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

He'll do ANYTHING To Win!!!!!

If you are up a creek without a paddle then look no further than Mr. Tim McKinzie, the head honcho of McKinzie and Associates! When my young child's father needed an attorney to represent him in a malicious, emotionally draining, and on-going custody battle because I left him, his choice in retaining... Tim made perfect sense! Tim is more famous locally for his dedication to getting those charged with criminal acts (multiple DUIs, assault, etc.) off as easy as possible as to not be accountable for their actions. In THIS case, however, his versatility was really spotlighted as he proudly used every scare tactic and humiliation method against me to unlawfully and unethically produce a "win" for his client. This display was unparalleled in that he showed literally no compassion, no understanding, and had no interest in my responses to his client's accusations, but rather mercilessly drilled me to tears until I was almost forced to just "take what I could get". If you are in need of a lawyer that will have to violate any and/or all standards and ethical codes to get you the results you want, Tim is your man! He even personally reached out to me via letter to please contact him with questions or concerns! I did and he got back to me promptly but I think he may have been having cramps or something because he very rudely hung up on me 30 seconds into conversation for asking him a question. He did inform me that was not how "things worked" first, so I even was given free legal advice! Thanks Tim, for keeping the stereotype of cutthroat law alive!

Posted by anonymous | March 6, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

fast response

He answered my question and also answered when I emailed him though here. Shows that he actually cares which is very good quality.

Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Helped me out a lot.

Tim really helped me in my 13 year old out of state DUI case. He made the process easy, and in the end did all he could to really make sure that I had the least punishments possible. Thank you Tim.

Posted by richard | April 23, 2013

the best lawyer i ever had

i've used tim twice and was very pleased both times. i've referred him to my cousin and my best friend and both were very pleased.he will always be my attorny

Posted by Steven | April 22, 2013

Solicitor Review

Mr McKinzie has pursued my interests in a highly thoughtful, professional, and aggressive manner.

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Timothy Dale McKinzie's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sarah Kovoor

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney McKinzie is a highly respected lawyer."

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Michael Puterbaugh

Unknown lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Tim. His experience is a huge benefit to those he represents. Certainly does know his way around the courtroom."

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Mark Rowe

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"He is well-known and well-respected by fellow attorneys across the country, and his clients sing his highest praises. Timothy Dale Mckinzie aggressively pursues every angle of a case on behalf of his clients. I would not hesitate to refer a client to him."

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Jonathan Sinn

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tim is a great lawyer. He knows his way around the courtroom and does a great job for his clients. I only wish he wasn't my competition. But he is a top notch lawyer and a good human being. I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick D'Andrea

Unknown lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable of the law and well prepared in representing his clients."

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Jeffrey Pallante

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His answers are excellent."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Gary Brod

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Well respected by his peers and highly skilled advocate for his clients that gets results"

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Andrew Korduba

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Tim is a great Family Law attorney. Very experienced and reasonable to deal with. He comes prepared to fight but ready to settle disputes fairly and amicably."

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Ronald Burdge

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I gladly endorse attorney McKinzie. He knows Criminal Law solid. His clients like him. Attorneys respect him. He has years of experience. And he knows that when you take on a client's case, you have to prepare for the courtroom if you want to be sure to win. And he likes winning. If you have a question about Criminal Law and his office is anywhere near you, I highly recommend him."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Sarah Kovoor

Criminal defense lawyer

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Patrick D'Andrea

Personal injury lawyer

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Kerry O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Botnick

Criminal defense lawyer

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Timothy Hess

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ashley Jones

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Healey

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Puterbaugh

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan Sinn

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peter Cahoon

Family lawyer

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Charles Kennedy

Real estate lawyer

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Eugene Elias

Family lawyer

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Adam Morris

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Lawrence Scanlon

Personal injury lawyer

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Leslie Graske

Family lawyer

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Howard Walton

Family lawyer

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Deborah Ruby

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Andrew Korduba

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

Excellent Achievement in Business Planning, American Jurisprudence Award

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Manager, McKinzie and Associates

Associations

1994 - Present

National Assciation of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

1994 - Present

Akron Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Summit County Trial Lawyers

Member

1994 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers

Member

1993 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

U. S. Bank Nat'l Assn. vs. Gullotta

Complete win, note ruled void. Client's house free of lien.

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Education

1993

University of Akron

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Indiana University-Bloomington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1976

American Graduate School of International Management

Master of International Management

Speaking Engagements

1999

Automotive Sales Personnel Event

DUI Law and Legal Defenses

Publications

1986

Medina County Gazette Benefits of Plea Bargaining

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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