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David Dean Brannon

Estate planning Attorney at Dayton, OH

5.0   19 reviews
  • Licensed for 18 years
    State OH
    Acquired 2005
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Dayton estate planning Attorney David Brannon uses his broad range of experience in family law, business law, contracts, and civil litigation to devise thorough estate plans for clients throughout Ohio. His goal is to help you and your family avoid future issues, including mistakes that can cost your time or money, disputes between heirs of an estate, litigation over business matters, Medicaid plans, and other probate or litigation matters. With over a decade of practice, his is familiar with the legal tools to protect clients and their goals, and provides client-appropriate solutions for preserving assets and avoiding probate. Call the law firm of David Brannon, Attorney at Law now for a free consultation.    

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Posted by Robert | August 14, 2020
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Best POA Lawyer
David helped me out on a case that I would never end. He is very intelligent and hard working.
Posted by Rachelle | July 17, 2020
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Consultation
David is wicked smart and professional. He took his time to listen to me and was completely honest with me regarding my case. I appreciated his transparency and honesty. Many thanks to you, David! Thanks, RAM
Posted by Chris | August 28, 2019
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Stellar Lawyer
David is the best of the best. I could gush about how courteous and concerned he is, but he is the best attorney I've ever had. I would highly recommend him and will retain his services again, if necessary.
Posted by Sara | August 23, 2019
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Highest Recommendation
We trust David with any legal matters we may have, and give him our highest recommendation. When we updated our wills and related documents, David’s thoroughness and expertise gave us confidence that we have our estate in order. With his professional and personable demeanor, he took time to answer any questions we had so that we understood the legal documents. Estate planning is daunting, but David made the sobering task a pleasant experience.
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Posted by Stephanie | June 24, 2019
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Outstanding Service
Mr. Brannon went above and beyond with a POA question I had for a family member. His quick turnaround with an answer was an outstanding service that is rare in this day!! Highly recommend Mr. Brannon for law services that are needed!!
Posted by Monetta Rose | May 14, 2019
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Attorney
David is a great attorney! We will use him again in the future! He did a excellent job helping us with an eviction of a tenant who knows how to work the system!
Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2018
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Outstanding work!
I worked with David Brannon to draw up power of attorney documents. He thoroughly explained the process and answered my questions. Everything was done within a couple of days as Mr. Brannon was extremely responsive. In addition, he followed up to ensure everything went smoothly. I plan on retaining him as my personal attorney.
Posted by Kim | August 2, 2018
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Highly Recommended for Estate Planning and Probate
Unfortunately my niece and nephew lost their parents at a young age and left them to deal with probate as young adults. David helped guide them through each confusing step and was able to get their case closed in a timely manner with minimal leg work for them to complete. He was very responsive to any questions and helped them understand the process and what to do. He really looked out for their best interest and protected them from any issues that could have arose. I would definitely recommend him to anyone dealing with an estate issue.
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Posted by Renee | June 21, 2018
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Execellent Attorney in Estate Planning and Probate
I highly recommend David Brannon for any probate and estate planning needs. He and his staff are very helpful and are very well versed in the laws of probate. No estate planning or probate issue is too big for them. He is will assist you from beginning to end and very quick to answer any questions.
Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2018
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Wonderful attorney
Provided great advice, a good asset to the the legal community, personable and direct. Glad I contacted David Dean Brannon!
Posted by Teresa | April 5, 2018
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Excellent Attorney
I consulated David Brannon with a issue over my deceased sisters pension. This was at the most difficult time of my life and he was very focused, detail oriented and knowledgeable. He followed through with everything that he said he was going to do and kept me updated along the way. I would highly recommend him.
Posted by Linda | March 26, 2018
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excellent lawyer
I would recommend David Brannon .He was so helpful and very quick on getting me the answers that I needed.I highly recommend him.
Posted by Adelina | January 27, 2018
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Excellent lawyer
David Brannon exceeded all of my expectations. I had a family probate matter and he was always quick to respond back through phone calls and e-mails. He’s always made himself available for consults and has shown superior dedication, compassion and knowledge in his specialized practice area. I will always go to Dave since his knowledge, ethics and compassion put him above the rest.
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Posted by Jeremy | November 8, 2017
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Excellent Attorney
I would highly recommend David Brannon for any of your estate planning or probate needs. He is very knowledgeable, honest, and ethical. His skill and hard work is surpassed only by his modesty and compassion. David is excellent at providing quick and reliable feedback and answers to questions. Very detailed and professional lawyer. I recommend his services to anyone who is in need of a Dayton-area estate planning and probate attorney
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Posted by anonymous | November 4, 2017
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Proven Effective Advocate and Communicator
Dave proved to us to be an effective attorney. He is an excellent listener and communicator. He helped us navigate the legalese of a difficult and stressful matter with the utmost professionalism and diligence. He was prompt in responding to all of our inquiries, tough for us and empathetic to us.
Posted by Darlene Fierle | October 12, 2017
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Great Attorney
Dave is a trusted colleague who I've known personally for over twenty years. He’s intelligent, fair, and an asset to his clients. I’ve sought his professional advice on several occasions and would not hesitate to refer clients to him.
Posted by Kathy | October 4, 2017
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Stars Aligned For Me
Where to begin, wow! After seeking-out a Dayton Probate lawyer and failing (so many had conflicts due to the large family business, all of their numerous divorces, other law suits and personal connections in Dayton) I hired (in desperation) an incompetent Cincinnati shyster, who misrepresented himself to me, to the tune of about $29k in billable hours. The Cinci lawyer-litigator wanna-be, did very little on my behalf other than bill me monthly (over almost 2 yrs time - no subpoenas, no depositions, no substitution of Trustee as promised, absolutely nothing to STOP THE BLEEDING! Nadda.) But alas, when Cinci shyster told me to get on a plane 2 days before Xmas for a $7000 mediation appt, (to further line his pockets) with virtually NO notice (a date he'd been aware of for months) I finally had the sense to fire him. How can you mediate, when assets remain unknown? Then I found Dave Brannon. My stars must have aligned in that moment. I desperately needed someone to parachute-in, and take drastic measures @the 11th hour, since the trial date was fast-approaching. I warned Mr Brannon, he would need sophisticated protective gear, when dealing w/ the infestation. Dealing w/ the two Co-Trustees (my dishonest, greedy half-brothers in Dayton) was not fun. My Dad had named me next in line, should they have failed. (and they DID fail. Miserably, but I'd initially hired the WRONG lawyer to protect my interests - to straightjacket them!) Cheating, stealing, withholding assets & info, blatant disregard for the Statues of OH, lying under oath (felony) and tax fraud - all of those became their middle name. We 3 adult children of the deceased, were the ONLY heirs. It could have all been so easy/seamless, if not for their G R E E D and being drunk w/ power. The evil-doers' firm was large and like a gam / frenzy of sharks, circling. I'll never be privy to exactly how much the soulless (opposing) firm took from my Dad's estate. Suffice it to say, in excess of $150k - with the two dishonest, self-dealing Trustees snacking on at least $60k in Trustee/Executor fees alone. However, the lion's share of the paperwork, had been done by a part-time paralegal at the Shark Firm. (she made errors) Mr Brannon was highly professional and never forgot to put his client's (my) best interest, at the fore. He was hip to all attempts at their game-playing. Dave is ethical, smart, efficient and I came to admire him. I fondly referred to him as "Obi Wan Kenobi." Help me, Obi Wan Kenobi! He was honest & trustworthy. I can't reiterate that enough. I only wish a shred of his "ethics" had existed in my half-brothers as well as their "Wall" of $500 per hr lawyers. Brannon = ethics. He got the job done. I will never forget him. Was justice served? Not entirely. But I'll take it. And it was only due to Brannon's hard work / highly focused tenacity. I'm a disabled, senior in Calif, so logistics at such distance were challenging. I desperately needed someone I could trust, to be in my little corner, against the tentacles of the big, inky octopus. Dave Brannon turned out to be that guy. He's pleasant, respectful, yet accurately painted me the picture of what was truly going-on. We reached a settlement, but it wasn't easy. And the other Firm threatened me w/ a cease and desist order, for merely emailing my half-brother, after 3.5 years of ZERO contact between me and the half-brothers/Trustees! That's how desperate they became toward the end. Another threat, was their atty, scheduling a one-on-one private meeting w/ the Judge. (never happened) It become a REAL spectacle (piranha-fest) toward the end. Further, they tried their best to pick & choose softer language in the public view settlement. (obscure their clients' guilt & wrong-doing) Didn't work, thanks to Brannon. He remaining ethical, stayed strong / smart. The truth is: They HAD done wrong. Knowingly. I'm fully confident Mr Brannon did as much as anyone could've possibly done. Forever grateful to him.
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Posted by Jim | October 2, 2017
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Dave is A Trusted Advisor
Dave is a trusted advisor who I've known for over fifteen years. He’s brilliant, judiciously aggressive, committed, and a great communicator. I’ve sought his advice and referred folks to him on several occasions, and will continue to do so.
Posted by Joy | June 30, 2017
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Excellent representation
My brother, John, and I hired Mr. Brannon to defend John from a lawsuit filed by another family member regarding my parents' living trust. Because of the seriousness of the dispute, we sought a strong and accomplished attorney who was also an experienced litigator. After interviewing several trust attorneys, Mr. Brannon was recommended to us due to his litigation experience. He is highly intelligent, has strong analytical and advocacy skills, communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, and he was never too busy to respond to our questions. He is knowledgeable, honest and ethical. In addition, he is a persuasive and skillful negotiator. Mr. Brannon proved the plaintiff's lawsuit had no merit and the case was settled favorable for my brother. John and I were extremely fortunate to find Mr. Brannon and we recommend him without reservation.
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Work Experience

  • Principal
  • David Brannon, Attorney at Law
  • 2017 - Present
  • Partner
  • Brannon & Associates
  • 2005 - Present

Education

  • University of Dayton School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2005
  • Miami University of Ohio
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2002

Associations

  • Dayton Bar Association, Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Committee
  • Co-chair
  • 2013 - Present
  • Delta Chi Alumni Board of Trustees and Housing Corporation
  • Legal Advisor
  • 2011 - Present
  • University of Dayton School of Law Alumni Association
  • Trustee
  • 2007 - Present
  • Ohio Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2006 - Present
  • Dayton Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2006 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Publications

  • Bar Briefs (Dayton)
  • Wrongful Death and Survival Actions in Probate Court: Don’t get Caught in a Spider Web
  • 2016
  • Bar Briefs (Dayton)
  • Trick or Treat in Probate Court: A look at several Extraordinary Proceedings
  • 2015
  • Bar Briefs (Dayton)
  • Home Court: An Argument for Utilizing Probate Court Jurisdiction and its Expertise in Post-Mortem Disputes
  • 2013

Speaking Engagements

  • Dayton Bar Association
  • Estate Planning Update: Common Law Marriage
  • 2015
  • Dayton Bar Association
  • Guardianships A-Z
  • 2014
  • Dayton Bar Association
  • Illegitimate Children: Heirs and Paternity Issues
  • 2013
  • University of Dayton School of Law CLE
  • Basics of Estate Administration
  • 2012
  • University of Dayton School of Law CLE
  • Settlement: What can go Wrong?
  • 2010
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Estate planning Attorney | Sep 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Dave is a trusts and estates certified specialist, but he is much more. He is a top litigator. I hired Dave to defend our family against a major corporation in one of the most important legal matters of our lives, because I had complete confidence in his legal skills, ability as a litigator, negotiator and adviser. But most importantly, I knew he would take time, explain, work with me, not fight to 'keep the meter running', and treat our family and our case with attentiveness and professionalism. He did, and he delivered. I should say that I know most of the best lawyers in town. Dave and I were law school classmates graduating at the top our class and on law review together. I hired him and have continued to refer past clients and close friends to him not just because of his extraordinary legal acumen, but because I know without fear of error, that every client will be treated as I would want to be treated, and was. That is uncommon in any profession."
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Dayton Estate planning Lawyer David Dean Brannon
David Dean Brannon
Estate planning Attorney
Dayton, OH
Licensed for 18 years