Rebecca Ann Zemmelman

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Rebecca Ann Zemmelman

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 9 years

Adoption Lawyer at Cincinnati, OH
Practice Areas: Adoption, Family, Divorce & Separation, Mediation

4540 Cooper Rd Ste 304, Cincinnati, OH

Virtual Consultation Available

About Rebecca

Biography

Resolving Family Legal Matters with Compassion, Experience, and Care.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Adoption 30%

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Family 30%

30%
Divorce and Separation 20%

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Mediation 20%

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 9 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Family Law & Fertility Law Group

4540 Cooper Rd Ste 304, Cincinnati, OH, 45242

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Rebecca Ann Zemmelman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

67 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews | Family

Posted by Brown’s | August 30, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommend! The Best Attorney We Could Have Had in Our Corner!

I cannot say enough good things about Rebecca Zemmelman. Hiring her was one of the best decisions we made during an incredibly stressful and emotional legal process. From the very beginning, she treated us with compassion, patience, and genuine understanding. We never felt like just another case. ...Our adoption was a contested adoption, which made an already emotional process even more difficult and complicated. Rebecca was upfront with us from the very beginning that this would be a long road and that there could be many twists and turns along the way. She never made promises or gave us false hope. Instead, she always laid out the facts, the details, and the possible outcomes so we knew exactly where we stood. There were times when it felt like we took one step forward and ten steps backward, but Rebecca continued to guide us through every setback with honesty and reassurance. Even when the news wasn’t what we wanted to hear, we appreciated her transparency because it allowed us to feel prepared every time we walked into the courtroom. At the same time, Rebecca fought for us like no other. She was incredibly knowledgeable, strategic, and determined, and we always knew she was advocating for our family and our best interests. She was fierce in the courtroom while remaining professional and respectful, and watching her advocate for us gave us so much confidence. We knew that with her by our side, we had someone who was going to fight for us every step of the way. Rebecca also kept us updated throughout the entire process. She took the time to explain what was happening, what to expect next, and what our options were. Her communication and attention to detail gave us so much peace of mind during a situation that could have easily felt overwhelming. Most importantly, my husband and I genuinely felt safe in Rebecca’s hands. We trusted her completely. She never sugarcoated anything, but she also never stopped fighting for us. That balance of honesty, compassion, and strength is something we will always be grateful for. Our adoption and contempt matters were an emotional and challenging chapter for our family, but having Rebecca in our corner made all the difference. We are incredibly thankful for the way she represented us and supported us throughout the entire process. If you are looking for an attorney who is knowledgeable, compassionate, honest, and willing to fight for you, I highly recommend Rebecca Zemmelman. We will always be grateful that she was the person standing beside us through one of the most important legal battles our family has ever faced.

Posted by Leslie | March 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Great Lawyer

Rebecca has been irreplaceable in helping me feel protected and heard throughout family court proceedings. She goes above and beyond to make sure her clients are comfortable and understand all next steps with exceptional communication. She is a fierce advocate for her clients and I genuinely don't ...know how I would have gotten through the process without her.

Posted by anonymous | November 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommend

When my wife and I needed an attorney to help us navigate a challenging legal custody issue, I set up an intake meeting with Rebecca Zemmelman at The Family Law and Fertility Law Group. Having gone to school with Rebecca almost a decade ago, I knew her to be brilliant, reliable, and empathetic, with ...a profound ability to make even the most complex concepts seem approachable. I figured that if her professional brand was anything like her personal reputation, I'd be in good shape. (I was correct.) As a client, it was clear to me that Rebecca possesses a highly sophisticated knowledge of the law and a nuanced understanding of both the formal procedures the informal practices relied upon in the court where she practices. As our attorney, Rebecca was able to move us quickly towards a resolution by proactively identifying and mitigating potential procedural hurdles. When faced with less foreseeable obstacles, both procedural and factual, Rebecca readily adapted to new information to ensure that we were able to continue moving forward without delay. It is more than just her technical knowledge that makes Rebecca such an effective attorney. Through her client centered approach to practice, Rebecca ensured that we always felt informed, empowered, and supported. Not only was Rebecca was transparent about the full scope of our options, she patiently helped us weigh the risks and benefits associated with any given path forward. Her clear communication, paired with thoughtful and thorough responses to the many questions we asked, allowed us to know and understand exactly what was happening at every stage of our case. With this kind of case, there are (we learned) a lot of different stakeholders, with a range of seemingly conflicting and overlapping interests. With Rebecca representing us, however, we never had to doubt that our voices would be heard by the court. By working directly with the attorneys of the many interested parties, Rebecca took what could have been a hugely contentious case and turned it into a collaborative effort to support the best interest of an incredibly special kid.

Posted by Janel | May 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Client

If you need a qualified attorney, I highly recommend Rebecca Zimmelman. She is an exceptional lawyer for any family law needs. I hired Rebecca for a custody/child support issue. Rebecca was always honest and upfront. It might not have been what or the way I wanted things to go but I knew the fac...ts and never felt unprepared. She is very knowledgeable in her field and always prepared me for what to expect. Rebecca was responsive and took the time to answer questions and concerns throughout my entire court proceedings.

Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Attorney and Wonderful Person

Rebecca was a pleasant person to work with! She creates a very fun and friendly relationship that made my husband and I feel very comfortable. She is knowledgeable of the laws and regulations for family court, which helped my husband and I win our case. I would recommend her to anyone that needed an ...family attorney. We appreciate everything she did for my family and I and cannot thank her enough!

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Family lawyer | Jun 26

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"Rebecca is an extremely detail-oriented, passionate, and approachable attorney with a history of achieving positive outcomes for her clients. I highly recommend Rebecca."

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Kimberlee Rohr

Family lawyer | May 21

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Family lawyer | Mar 21

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Family lawyer | Apr 29

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Family lawyer | Jun 30

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Family lawyer | Apr 25

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Diana Link

Family lawyer | Apr 24

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"Rebecca is a talented and motivated attorney. Any client would be lucky to have her on their side."

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Child custody lawyer | Apr 23

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Adoption lawyer | Mar 27

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2027

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2026

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2026

Top Lawyer in Mediation, Cincinnati Magazine

2026

Best Law Firm - Tier 1 - Family Law, Best Lawyers

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Leading Lawyer in Family Law, Cincy Business Magazine

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Service and Leadership Award, University of Cincinnati College of Law Center for Race, Gender and Social Justice

2013

Service and Leadership Award, Miami University

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Partner, The Family Law & Fertility Law Group

2017 - 2024

Associate, Essig & Evans, LLP NKA The Family Law & Fertility Law Group

2015 - 2015

Legal Intern, Hamilton County Domestic Relations Court

2015 - 2016

Law Clerk, Katz, Greenberger & Norton

2015 - 2016

Legal Extern, Legal Aid Society Of Greater Cincinnati

2014 - 2015

Legal Fellow, Ohio Innocence Project

Associations

2021 - Present

Cincinnati Association of Collaborative Professionals

Secretary

2020 - Present

University of Cincinnati Alumni Association Women In Law

Co-Chair and Inaugural Member

2019 - Present

International Association of Collaborative Professionals

Member

2018 - Present

American Constitution Society for Law and Policy

Chair - Cincinnati Lawyer Chapter

2017 - Present

Jewish Community Relations Council

Board Member

2016 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

2016 - Present

American Bar Association

2016 - 2020

Cincinnati Bar Association

Co-Chair Diversity Committee Young Lawyers Section

Education

2016

University of Cincinnati

JD - Juris Doctor

2013

Miami University of Ohio

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2026

The Domestic Relations Insitute

The Interplay Between Adoption and Family Law: What You Need to Know

2024

Podcast

Celebrating Families Grown By Adoption

2017

Adoption Awareness Month

Adoption Law Panel Discussion

Publications

Languages

English

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