$ 175-225 per hour
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Practice Areas
$ 175-225 per hour
33%-33%
Sometimes
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
17 Client Reviews
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Posted by Megan | July 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Home Run!
Attorney John Ams is for anyone seeking legal counsel from a lawyer who is known for his honorable reputation by judges, other attorneys and clients in our area. From the very beginning, he demonstrated remarkable patience and attentiveness to my custody case, taking the time to thoroughly understan...
Posted by Dave | November 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Honesty and Integrity
The thing I respect most about John is he never promised me the moon or anything he could not deliver on. His billing was timely, detailed, honest and completely accurate. That's very refreshing in the business world we live in today. John has been a life saver in what has been an ugly, emotionally d...
Posted by Marguarite | July 25, 2022
An attorney that cares!
I was super impressed when my phone rang after leaving a message knowing it was 6:20 Ohio time and it wasn’t a messenger but Attorney John Ams himself. Although he couldn’t take my case, he wanted to make sure I understood why and exactly what I needed to know and to expect that will be taking place...
Posted by Walter | September 26, 2021
Business
I was referred to attorney Ams and I met him for a consultation and he was great. He resolved my problem at that moment. I would highly recommend him for his services.
Posted by Jodi | June 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Best decision
John Ams was the best decision we made when it came to going for custody of my husbands daughters. We will never be able to thank him enough for going above and beyond for the girls. Truly a lawyer who cares.
"John Ams is an experienced and highly respected attorney. He cares about his clients as much as for the outcome of their individual cases. He always represents his clients with the utmost skill, knowledge, and understanding. I can readily endorse him without hesitation or reservation."
"John Ams worked in my office both while he was studying law and after becoming an attorney. He is someone that brings great competency, professionalism and enthusiasm to the legal profession. John is someone that I have trusted with my own legal matters and I would look to him in the future if the need arises."
"Mr. Ams is a bright lawyer who advances his client's position in a professional manner. With John matters can be resolved with a hand shake. One of my more enjoyable trial memories was with him as opposing counsel."
"Attorney Ams is highly qualified and always prepared to take a case to trial if necessary. I have observed his work ethic and motivation to achieve successful results for his clients. I endorse his services."
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2013
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers Magazine
2009
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers Magazine
2008
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers Magazine
2001
CALI Trial Advocacy Award, University of Akron School of Law
1989
Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America
2012 - Present
Mediator, Mahoning County Court Of Common Pleas
2008 - Present
Attorney, John A. Ams, Attorney At Law
2003 - 2008
Attorney, Pfau, Pfau & Marando
2003 - Present
Mahoning County Bar AssociationMember
Not Guilty verdict from a jury
Directed verdict for the Defendant
Not Guilty verdict from a jury
Verdict for Plaintiff
Verdict for Plaintiff
Not Guilty Verdict
Not Guilty Jury Verdict
Not Guilty Verdict
Not Guilty Verdict
Not Guilty Jury Verdict
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Community Involvement