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Griff Makini Nowicki

4.8
Rating: 4.7

Licensed for 25 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Kettering, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +7 more

P.O. Box 20006, Kettering, OH

About Griff

Biography

Practice Areas

10

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

I practice in Clark, Greene, Miami, Montgomery and Warren counties and at all levels of the court system. I am willing to travel anywhere in the state to represent my clients.

26 years

35%
Divorce and Separation 20%

I practice in Clark, Greene, Miami, Montgomery and Warren counties and at all levels of the court system. I am willing to travel anywhere in the state to represent my clients.

26 years

20%
Child Custody 15%

I practice in Clark, Greene, Miami, Montgomery and Warren counties and at all levels of the court system. I am willing to travel anywhere in the state to represent my clients.

26 years

15%
Child Support 10%

I practice in Clark, Greene, Miami, Montgomery and Warren counties and at all levels of the court system. I am willing to travel anywhere in the state to represent my clients.

26 years

10%
DUI and DWI 5%

I practice in Clark, Greene, Miami, Montgomery and Warren counties and at all levels of the court system. I am willing to travel anywhere in the state to represent my clients.

26 years

5%
Juvenile Law 5%

26 years

5%
Sex Crime 5%

26 years

5%
Violent Crime 2%

26 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 25 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2000

Active

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

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | February 26, 2019 | Divorce & Separation

The worst attorney I have ever worked with

This attorney charged for every minute conversation, email, and even text. He did not follow up nor follow through. The absolute worst attorney I have ever experienced. Next to no return calls, email or correspondence. He failed me as an attorney. He was basically non existent. I would not reco...mmend this attorney to my worst enemy. He caused more confusion, difficulty, and worsened by situation allowing my ex-wife to obtain everything. I obtained nothing, not even visitation with my own children, no premarital items, no possessions, nothing. I didn't even know my decree was finalized or ordered and he mailed my decree almost a month after it was ordered. Terrible attorney. Beware

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Dependable, Professional, and Efficient

My case was coming up on a year and I was left with no hope of a resolution. I was facing a felony charge along with a possible prison term of up to 2 years for violating a TPO. Griff scheduled a consultation with me right away. He was professional and informative. He heard my case and addressed any ...and all questions and/or concerns. While in the consultation he spoke with the Prosecutor which resulted in a plea bargain. Because of Griff's dedication and commitment to his clients, my case was dismissed. I will definitely refer and recommend anyone to Griff Nowicki, for all their legal needs. You will not be disappointed.

Posted by Brooke | October 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Miracle worker

Best lawyer ever! After spending countless hours for months trying to find a lawyer that would represent my fiance in a felony 4 case for a reasonable price I was blessed to have found Griff. He was fantastic from the beginning. Many of the lawyers I spoke with wanted unbelievable amounts of money an...d showed no signs of being able to do what we were asking. Griff worked within our budget and was willing to do his best to get it dropped to a misdemeanor. His level of confidence and honesty gave me a feeling of calmness during this trying time. He is really down to earth and kept us informed every step of the way. Now instead of having to wait years to see my baby again I will be reunited in just days! Griff is persistent and professional. I don't believe any other lawyer could have made this happen. I know that anytime I need a lawyer for any reason he is the man as he is experienced in many areas of law. Griff made it possible for my family to move forward in life.

Posted by Shannon | September 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

AMAZING ATTORNEY

Griff has represented myself as well as over 20 people I've recommended to him over the years in a variety of cases from criminal, traffic, family court, appeals, expungment, and a variety of other things you wouldn't even imagine you'd need an attorney for. He's very experienced at every level of th...e judicial process from arrest to trial. And even in simple things such as motion writing you wouldn't think would be a huge impact but he's really versed in this areas so well it could stop any further actions which could save you money where other attorneys would waste your time when they didn't have to. His personal touch with clients is one I've never experienced with an attorney. He's available all hours and even holidays. He will respond via text and calls himself as soon aso possible which is within minutes or hours rather than secretary's from other attorneys offices weeks later. If you want your future and family completely protected then you'll be in the very best hands with Griff Nowicki. I would trust my life and my family's with him without question every time.

Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Making my Family Complete

Griff assisted me with a step parent adoption. My stepson lost his father to a disease last year and my wife and I wanted to make him officially my legal son. Griff advised me on the legal ramifications of a step parent adoption and what to expect from the homestudy through the hearing. I had concer...ns about some legal trouble from the past affecting my opportunity to do this, but he seemed very optimistic and calmed my fears. He was available for questions, flexible in meeting with us, and reasonably priced. I am very happy that my wife and I chose Griff to help complete our family. I would encourage anyone to use him. He really listens and is very compassionate.

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Griff Makini Nowicki's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Bucio

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Babb

Criminal defense lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Griff is a hard working, personable attorney who will fight for you in court. I strongly endorse Griff Nowicki."

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Lucas Wilder

Unknown lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Roberta Fay

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  4.7 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Suspension Stayed issued in OH, 2023

updated on 01/09/2024

Suspension 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 10/24/2012

Suspension 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

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