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Biography
Craig practices exclusively in the area of Family Law. Some of the cases he has experience in involve child custody, spousal support, division of assets, grandparent rights, divorce, dissolution, post-decree modifications and division of retirement benefits. He regularly practices in Montgomery, Butler, Warren, Greene, Darke, Miami, and Preble counties.
Certified Family Law Specialist by the Ohio State Bar Association. Trusted and experienced. Dedicated to representing your best interests.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
30%
Child Custody
25%
Family
25%
Alimony
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 13 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Brandon | July 04, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
best lawyer i have ever had
I have had several lawyers over the last 3 years and Craig Sams is by far the best i have ever worked with. He is friendly and very knowledgeable . He has done more for me in the past 6 months than i have had done in the past couple of years. Even though most of my divorce issues are almost resolve...
Craig M. Sams's Lawyer Endorsements
"Craig has a rare mix of aggressiveness and compassion. He is compassionate with his clients, and he is aggressive enough to make sure that they get everything to which they are entitled. It is refreshing to see an attorney that is still willing to fight in the courtroom. If I needed family law or domestic relations representation, Craig Sams is the attorney that I would hire."
"Craig is a dedicated lawyer whose practice is focused on Family Law. I highly recommend Craig to anyone in need of representation."
"I endorse Craig as an attorney. He is hardworking and goes the extra mile for his clients."
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"Mr. Sams is a hard-working, focused, and knowledgable attorney that works very hard for his clients in a professional manner from start to finish."
"Mr. Sams is a creative and energetic attorney. If a unique family law case presents itself, Mr.Sams is certainly at the top of my contact list. His attention to detail makes him a fantastic trial attorney as well. I would recommend Mr. Sams to anyone in need of a family law attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Certified Specialist - Family Relations Law, Ohio State Bar Association
2012
CALI Award - Property, Computer Online Learning Institute
2011
CALI Award - Trial Practice, Computer Online Learning Institute
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, Kirkland & Sommers Co., LPA
1900 - Present
Attorney, Kirkland & Sommers Co., L.P.A.
2011 - 2012
Legal Intern, Montgomery County Public Defender's Office
2005 - 2010
Assistant Vice President, Fifth Third Bank
Associations
2019 - Present
Butler County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Dayton Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeMember
2015 - 2016
Dayton Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeChair
Sample of Legal Cases
Freels v. Powers-Freels
Affirmed.
Cummings v. Cummings
Affirmed.
Urbanic v. Urbanic
Affirmed.
Qi v. Yang, Supreme Court of Ohio
Jurisdiction declined, 2 justices dissenting
Qi v. Yang, Ohio 2nd District Court of Appeals
Affirmed in part and reversed in part
Education
2012
University of Dayton School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Belmont University
Speaking Engagements
2017
Annual Domestic Relations Seminar
Introducer/Presenter
2016
2016 Annual Domestic Relations Seminar
Chair/Presenter
Publications
2016
Bar Briefs (Dayton)
Determining the Minor Children's Best Interest
2015
Kirkland & Sommers Blog
What to Ask Your Divorce Attorney (and what their answer should be)
2015
Debt Relief Blog
Finances and Divorce
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What does substantial compliance mean for Ohio child support payments?
20 Dec 2013
Q&A
I am thinking about divorce. We just bought a house 9 months ago. Do I have a chance of getting the house?
22 May 2013
Q&A
Is there such a things as a sex less marriage in ohio
05 Dec 2012