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Jimmy Lefton’s practice is concentrated in Family Law, Personal Injury and General Civil Litigation.
His Family Law practice encompasses all types of Family Law Matters, including Divorces (contested and uncontested), Dissolutions, Change in Custody, Grandparent Rights, Child Support Establishment and Modification, Spousal Support, Paternity and Adoption. He has litigated before all of the Domestic Relations and Juvenile Court Judges and Magistrates in Hamilton, Butler, Warren and Clermont Counties.
Jimmy is a goal oriented Family Law Practitioner. Working with clients and identifying their objectives allows Mr. Lefton to customize his legal service and advice to best serve the needs of the client. Most clients would rather avoid the time, cost and drama of litigating Family Law matters. Therefore, Mr. Lefton works very hard with his clients to explore every opportunity to resolve issues out of court.
Jimmy also handles major personal injury matters including Auto Accident, Slip and Fall, Dog Bites, Wrongful death, Birth Injury, Brain Damage other catastrophic injuries.
While attending law school, Jimmy worked as an Assistant Attorney for the City of East Lansing, Michigan. Also while in law school, he was elected to a two year term on the school’s Law Review.
Prior to joining Barron Peck Bennie & Schlemmer, Jimmy worked as an assistant Prosecutor for Joseph Deters in the Hamilton County Prosecutors Office.
Jimmy is married with 3 children. He is very active in his community where he devotes a majority of his personal time to coaching youth sports including baseball, football and basketball. He is a board member of the Sycamore Athletic Club, Youth Basketball Organization.
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32 years
32 years
32 years
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State: Ohio
Acquired: 1994
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3074 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH, 45209
www.513divorce.com
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Posted by Alex | August 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I have known Jimmy for a year now as he has handled all aspects of my divorce, one of the roughest I have experienced, winning the case with minimal damages at the end. He even keeps the other lawyer in check if they are on the opposing side, several times over the course of my divorce he swooped in...
Posted by Dave B | April 5, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Jimmy helped me navigate the hardest time of my life... rolled with every change gave me good advice and did everything I asked even if he thought I should do something different he gave me advice and pushed for what I valued. Never once made me feel like just a client and always answered every quest...
Posted by Karl | October 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
What can I not say about the guidance Jimmy provided me during my 4 year long debate/divorce. Things weren't going well in my marriage and a friend suggested I reach out to Jimmy and I did. We had previous history together, but not under these circumstances. He invited me to his office and spent ...
Posted by Jesse | March 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I hired Jimmy Lefton in the spring of 2016 for a post-decree modification. The other parent was very difficult, and sadly the legal system was the only solution. After many failed mediation and co-parenting counseling sessions, my case went to trial. It was nerve-wracking, but throughout the entir...
Posted by Cynthia Catron | February 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I highly recommend Jimmy Lefton as an attorney. He listened to what I wanted and advised me on what was possible. He did not just tell me what I wanted to hear. Divorce can be costly. Jimmy made sure he was efficient with billing time and his response time to any questions I had was quick. At a tim...
"Mr. Lefton is highly respected in the community and I recommend him to take care of your legal needs."
"Jimmy is an excellent family law attorney, both in the courtroom and with superlative collaborative skills when matters can be resolved outside a courtroom setting."
"Jimmy is a smart, creative, and reasonable attorney when working in a collaborative manner. He works in a very respectful way while at the same time pushing his client's interests to the forefront. I have seen his ability to skillfully negotiate outside of court; however, I am also very aware of his ability to zealously litigate in the courtroom when necessary. Jimmy is an excellent attorney that I highly recommend."
"Jimmy is on my "A" list of attorneys to have cases with as opposing counsel. He zealously represents his clients and their best interests, but he is fair and will settle a case when it is in the best interest of his client and/or their family. He is not afraid to litigate a matter if a fair settlement is not on the table. Jimmy will listen to both sides and do his best to come up with a resolution that works for everyone because he truly cares for the overall well being of the family. Not many family law attorneys take this approach. As an attorney, my favorite quality of Jimmy is that he is an honest and no non-sense lawyer! He is one of the good guys that gives attorneys a good name!"
"Jimmy is my brother and law partner. Jimmy is an excellent attorney, loving family man, and an upstanding member of the legal and civic communities. Jimmy brings a caring, compassionate, genuine concern to all matters he handles. As reflected by his AVVO client comments, he truly loves and cares for clients and their objectives. Not only is Jimmy conscientious and timely in his work product, but he is also interested in making sure all of the details are handled. You cannot go wrong if you choose Jimmy to be your attorney for divorce or separation. I refer divorce matters to Jimmy without hesitation and highly recommend him."
"Jimmy is a childhood friend of mine and for the past several years one of my law partners. Jimmy is an excellent attorney, who truly cares about the needs of each of his clients. He is a great communicator, incredibly friendly, compassionate, and an excellent advocate for his clients. If you have a family law matter I highly recommend you call Jimmy to represent you."
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Divorce and separation lawyer
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2020
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2019
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2018
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2017
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2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2001 - Present
Partner, Barron Peck Bennie & Schlemmer
1999 - 2001
Partner, Katz & Lefton Co., L.P.A.
1997 - 1999
Attorney, Richard L. Katz, Co. L.P.A.
1995 - 1997
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office
1994 - 1995
Associate Attorney, Thomas A. Jackson & Associates
2012 - Present
Cincinnati Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
1994 - Present
Cincinnati Bar Association
1994 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association
Trial
Decision by the court
Settlement reached prior to trial
1993
Juris Doctor - Cum Laude
1990
Bachelor of Arts
1986
2011
How to Handle Divorce Cases in Ohio
2012
2011
English
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