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Griff Makini Nowicki
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Biography
In 1995, Griff graduated from Kent State University with a degree in Political Science. He then went on to law school at the University of Dayton School of Law and graduated in 1998.
In 2000, Griff became licensed to practice law in Ohio and federal court. He takes full advantage of the reach of his license with an eagerness to practice any county in the state. Traveling throughout Ohio and spending a significant amount of time in Court, he often jokes that his main office is his car and his office line is his cell phone.
Griff will proudly tell you that he has defended clients in over 100 criminal jury trials. He is not afraid to go to trial for any of his clients. For his service to his clients, Griff was presented an award by Montgomery County Common Pleas Court. He also mentors younger, less experienced attorneys by having them sit second chair during his trials. While his main focus is criminal defense, he also represents clients in juvenile delinquency, custody, divorce, child support, traffic, estate, and civil matters.
Early in his career, Griff was in solo practice providing a very personal, hands-on level of service with 24/7 availability. Even as his practice has expanded, he continues to provide that same level of service and availability.
Between 2010 and 2014, Griff joined the firm of Findlay, Johnson & Beard in Xenia as a partner. Joining the team of attorneys there helped him advance and expand his practice in new directions.
In 2014, Griff was a founding partner of Nowicki & Vonderwell. In 4 years, that firm expanded from 3 attorneys to 5. At one point, the firm operated 2 offices in Dayton and Springfield. Early in 2018, Nowicki & Vonderwell consolidated to one office in Springfield, Ohio.
In September of 2018, a reorganization of the firm occurred and Griff and Tyler Starline were joined by new partners Samantha Berkhofer and Eric Sommer. The former associates have now become partners who are dedicated to delivering the same level of representation that our clients have come to expect and appreciate.
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
35%
26 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
26 years
Child Custody
15%
26 years
Child Support
10%
26 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Ohio for 25 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2000
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023
Location
Griff M. Nowicki
P.O. Box 20006, Kettering, OH, 45420
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Griff Makini Nowicki's Reviews
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Posted by Shaniece | February 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney
That he will be there for you no matter what at anytime
Griff I want to say, Thank you!!! I really appreciate this man a lot, even when I felt like my life was upside down he was there for me . Kept me updated on everything on time. One of the best lawyers!! Most importantly motivated me to be a better person..
Posted by anonymous | October 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Child Custody
Griff is a great lawyer, he helped me to get custody of my daughter, I didn't think there was any chance of this happening and he crushed it! He was attentive and always positive during our phone calls and meetings. I highly recommend using Griff!
Posted by Gina | June 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Outstanding Lawyer!
We hired Griff for a child custody case. He was excellent! He always answered all of our questions and was there for us every step of the way! He is very knowledgeable and very experienced! We highly recommend Griff!!
Posted by Tim | April 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing attorney
I used Griff on a very difficult felonious assault case where the “victim” had passed away a few days after the incident happened. I told Griff the truth and the real story and he had all faith I was telling the truth. Today we went to trial and we fought and fought and won the case with all charges ...
Posted by Randy Gordon | April 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A guy you want on ur side in the
This man has been a angel sent from above. This man has answered every question I’ve asked in a timely manner 24/7. I have had him represent me on two occasions and he has won both of them, one being a jury trial. Currently coming up on a custody battle I plan to use Nowicki again to represent me, he...
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.
Suspension Stayed issued in OH, 2023
updated on 01/09/2024Suspension stayed means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.
Suspension Stayed issued in OH, 2012
updated on 10/24/2012Suspension stayed means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.
Griff’s comment:
“This particular matter stemmed from a scheduling issue in late 2009, early 2010. Procedures have been adopted since then to ensure no future such issues.”
Honors
2002
Special Recognition for Appointed Counsel Program, Montgomery County Common Pleas Court
Education
1998
University of Dayton School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
Kent State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English