$ 315-315 per hour
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Tonya Shur VanBenschoten
also known as Tonya S. Vanbenschoten
Virtual Consultation Available
About Tonya
Biography
I am married and have three sons and four daughters. I graduated from Western Kentucky University in 2006 with a major in Sociology and double minor in Psychology and Criminology. I obtained my law degree from Chase College of Law in 2011.
In 2001, I joined the Kentucky National Guard. I spent the next seven years as a military police officer. During this period I deployed into Baghdad, Iraq where I performed route security missions. In 2008, I commissioned into the officer ranks. As an officer I have served as a Platoon Leader, Executive Officer, Company Commander, and Informtion Systems Officer. For the last six years I have worked as a Judge Advocate and have assignments as trial counsel, Deputy Brigade JA, Brigade JA, Cyber Law Chief, and State Deputy JA. I will be retiring from the military in 2021.
From early in my life I have understood the importance of family and the need to keep those relationships strong. My parents raised four daughters and 37 foster children. I have continued my parents mission by placing a focus on children in my practice. I previously served as a Guardian Ad Litem and currently focus on mediation and collaborative options. My goal is to help families sort through their legal obstacles while maintaining their family unity and hopefully reducing any negative impact upon their children.
In addition to family law, I have extensive experience in Estate Planning, Administration and Bankruptcy. I primarly practice and assist clients with estate planning needs. In 2021 I received a certification from the National Institute of Certified Estate Planners as a Certified Estate Planner. I am currently working on my Master Certified Estate Planning Designation. I have additionally enrolled in a masters level program with the American College to recieve the Accredited Estate Planner designation.
Shur Law assists clients in all aspects of estate planning ranging from basic wills, powers of attorneys, and transfer documents to complex medicaid planning, charitable giving planning, and business planning.
We listen, help you problem solve and guide you to a better place.
If you are struggling to pay your monthly bills and can't get ahead? Call us.
Experienced divorce lawyer with five convenient office locations.
Properly plan with a team that has the experience and knowledge to craft the best options for you and your family.
Planning for and protecting our elder population.
For when you need someone else to be you or make decisions for you.
We will help guide you step by step on how to properly administer the estate of your loved one when they have passed.
Properly plan with a team that has the experience and knowledge to craft the best options for you and your family.
Affordable option for when you have worked out the details and you just need to make it legal.
Properly plan with a team that has the experience and knowledge to craft the best options for you and your family.
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
10%
14 years | 100 cases
Divorce and Separation
10%
14 years | 150 cases
Elder Law
10%
7 years | 15 cases
Estate Planning
10%
14 years | 350 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Kentucky for 7 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 13 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Tonya Shur VanBenschoten
(513) 672-2411
Fax
9078 Union Centre Blvd, Suite 350, West Chester, OH, 45069
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(513) 672-2411
Fax
4555 Lake Forest Dr., Suite 650, Cincinnati, OH, 45242
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(513) 672-2411
Fax
7310 Turfway Rd., Suite 550, Florence, KY, 41042
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Tonya Shur VanBenschoten's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
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Posted by Gabriel | April 26, 2013 | Family
Child Support Case
Tonya, was an amazing lawyer. She kept me very informed and was quick to get back to me with any questions I had. She explained the case and what was going to hopefully happen in court in terms that I understood. I would hire Tonya again in a heartbeat and recomend to anyone else looking for someone ...
Posted by Ellen | March 01, 2013
Exceptional Attorney, Highly recommend
I had an excellent experience with Tonya Van Benschoten at Shur Law. She's very knowledgeable and she did an amazing job of keeping me informed along the way. Even better, it was clear to me that she did everything she possibly could to keep her fees as low as possible for me, knowing that I'm a sing...
Tonya VanBenschoten
Replied last March 03, 2013Thank you Ellen! I really appreciate you taking the time to write such a nice review.
Tonya Shur VanBenschoten's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Her published answers on Avvo.com are accurate and to the point and show that she cares about making sure that consumers get accurate and timely advice that they need. With a great web site too, frankly, if you have a Family Law problem or need a will and her office is anywhere near you, I recommend her to you. She knows the law and she cares and that is exactly what people need when they need a lawyer's help."
"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear from her responses here on Avvo that she is a zealous advocate and dedicated to her profession. She demonstrates that she is quite knowledgeable in the law and provides detailed answers to inquiries. Often she will provide the users of this forum a second option or information in addition to that which was provided by other counsel - which demonstrates her thoughtful consideration of the problems the individual is attempting to confront. I respect her as a colleague and a valued member of our profession. You would do well to hire her to assist with your legal issues. She will get you results through skilled and intelligent advocacy."
"Tonya has been a god send in my life. She has taught me so much and has made me a better lawyer and advocate."
"Tonya is an expert in Estate Planning, Probate, and Family Law. In addition to her extensive training and experience she has a heart of gold! She cares about her clients and will go to whatever lengths necessary to ensure each person who comes through her firm is advocated for to the greatest extent possible."
"Tonya has extensive knowledge with family, bankruptcy, and estate law and has been practicing in these fields for many years. She is hardworking, dedicated to her client's needs, and has a very good eye for detail. I highly recommend Tonya!"
"Tonya is an incredibly well-versed lawyer in the field of Family Law. She possesses a plethora of knowledge on divorce and support matters. Tonya gives concise, spot on advice about legal issues in a way that confers confidence to her clients. She is also very knowledgeable in Trusts & Estates. Tonya provides the highest quality representation to all her clients."
"I endorse Tonya because she is a great boss! I have learned so much about Bankruptcies and Wills/Trusts from her. I am grateful our paths crossed and I am part of her team."
"Tonya's professional and military background speaks for itself in the way she diligently advocates for clients with the utmost of professionalism. Tonya has the rare ability to respond to a client's specific needs all the while negotiating complex matters, sometimes high conflict. Tonya is a true professional with extensive knowledge of the law. I have a great deal of respect for Tonya and would highly recommend her to anyone dealing with divorce or any other family law matter."
"I have known Tonya for a long time and feel confident recommending her to clients outside my practice area. She is of high character and seeks the best result for her clients."
"Ms. VanBenschoten is highly respected in the community and I recommend her to take care of your legal needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse Tonya. She is a great choice for representation and is highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I proudly endorse this lawyer. Attorney VanBenschoten is highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse Ms. VanBenschoten. As evidenced by the number of questions she has answered on Avvo, she has a great understanding of the law. One can deduce through her many work experiences that she is a stellar attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Based upon Tonya's dedication in providing accurate and timely responses to quesions posed on AVVO I recommend Tonya for those in her community."
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Experience
Honors
N/A
2012 Top Contributor, AVVO
N/A
Client Choice Award 2013, Avvo
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Shur Law
1900 - Present
Attorney, Shur Law Co., LPA
2015 - 2021
Judge Advocate, Us Army Jag Corps
2001 - 2013
Military Police/ Signal Officer, US Army
Associations
2021 - Present
National Institute of Certified Estate PlannersCertified Estate Planner
2019 - Present
Cincinnati Association of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2019 - Present
Academy of Northern Kentucky Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2018 - Present
Northern Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Kentucky Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysAttorney Member
2012 - Present
Cincinnati Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Hamilton County Juvenile Court
Case Dismissed
Objections to DV Order
Sustained, in part
Ch.7 Bankruptcy
Discharge
Butler County Divorce
Landslide victory
Butler County Divorce
Landslide victory
Hamilton County Dissolution
Successful
Child Support
Clients objection sustained
Butler County Dissolution
Dissolution
Uncontested Divorce
Divorce (>3 months)
Contested Divorce
Divorce
Education
2011
Northern Kentucky University, Salmon P. Chase College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Western Kentucky University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2006
Western Kentucky University
BA
Speaking Engagements
2019
KY JA Annual Conference - CLE
Cyber Law Updates
2019
Key Connections
Cyber Law and Family Law
2019
Changes in Divorce and Family Law CLE
Changes in Divorce and Family Law
2018
KYNG Annual Legal Update - CLE
Intro to Cyber Law
2013
Business Networking International
Divorce
Publications
2018
Shur Law Blog
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Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
I have a child custody case.can my previous judge pick my case back up after a year.Is that part of double jeopardy?
23 Mar 2019
Q&A
Will Custody return to me and my wife if a emergency ex parte custody order is dismissed to lack of prosecution and goes through
01 Feb 2019
Q&A
What does it mean when the Judge is making a written decision?
18 Jan 2019