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Michael Alan Sheets

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Avvo Rating8.3
  • Dayton, OH
  • Licensed for 29 years
  • Free consultation
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About Michael

A lifetime area resident, I began working in the Domestic Relations Court  in Greene County while still in law school.  I have been an acting Prosecutor in Kettering Municipal Court and am a member of the Greene County Ethics and Grievance Committee.  

 

I have been married for 19 years, and have two children.  I have been the Varsity Baseball Coach at Carroll High School for 20 years.

Practice areas

OtherAdoptionChild custodyDivorce and separationCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 30%

    Felonies and misdemeanors

    29 years, 500 cases

  2. Divorce and separation: 25%

    All divorces, dissolutions and anullments in Montgomery, Greene, Clark, Miami, Warren, Clinton, Auglaise counties

    29 years, 800 cases

  3. Child custody: 20%

    Shared parenting and custody matters, both agreed and contested.

    29 years, 600 cases

  4. Adoption: 15%

    29 years, 200 cases

  1. Probate: 10%

    29 years, 300 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

1331 Woodman Drive
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Sheets Law Office

1331 Woodman Drive
Dayton, OH, 45432

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
OHActive199108/07/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers512
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Walter Rice Moot Court Orator AwardUniversity of Dayton School of Law1990
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
OwnerSheets Law OFfices2003 - Present
PartnerWolaver, Welch, Graff, Gill & Sheets1993 - 2003
PartnerPiergies & Sheets1991 - 1995
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Greene County Ethics CommitteeMember2014 - Present
American Bar AssociattionMember2013 - Present
OHSAACarroll High School Varsity Baseball Coach1996 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember1991 - Present
Dayton Bar AssociationMember1990 - Present
Greene County Bar AssociationEthics Committee1992 - 1994
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
The Law and You in OhioExpungement of Criminal Records in Ohio2015
The Law and You in Ohio BlogGRANDPARENT'S AND OTHER'S RIGHTS2015
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of Dayton School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1990
University of DaytonBA - Bachelor of Arts1987
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Wally Byam Southwest Ohio RallyRevocable Living Trutsts1999
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Carter v. CarterWife only awarded division of assets as of Date of Separation, not the current values of said amounts
Tehan v. TehanWon shared custody of child for Mother

Reviews

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Great lawyer

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I recommend mike Sheets. He did a great job on my case. Great guy all around.
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Hired attorney

Just Awesome!!

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Mike and Heather were the best! Mike answered all questions and laid out mine and my wife’s options with an awesome consultation. I filed for adoption of my step-son and it could have not went any smoother and for that it was a successful adoption! I HIGHLY recommend Mike Sheets and we will be hiring Mike again! Thank you Mike and Heather for making our family whole!
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Hired attorney

Great attorney

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I hired Mike Sheets for a criminal defense case and he did an exceptional job of minimizing the charges. He was understanding, professional, and made the whole process less stressful. I would recommend him to anyone looking for legal help.
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Great Attorney!

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I would definitely recommend Michael Sheets. He is compassionate, caring, kind, knowledgeable and affordable. He did an excellent job with our case. If you are looking for an attorney look no further; Michael Sheets is your guy.
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Best lawyer hands down

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I would definitely recommend Michael Sheets to represent your case. He is affordable, knowledgeable, and dependable. He stayed on top of my case, even though it was long and drawn out, and the case ended up in my favor.
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Great Work

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I worked with Mike Sheets from April-June on a misdemeanor case. I had had a little to much to drink one night and was stopped for a public intox. I did extensive research and had a consultation with 3 other Lawyers as well. I called him back 3 weeks later and not only did he remember my name, but he remembered my case in detail (something that no others could do). I am SO happy I went with him as you only work with him, he is personable, and did a GREAT JOB-not to mention way more affordable than any others. Long story short, he was able to get my case dismissed and I couldn't be more happy with the experience! I highly recommend him!
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Hired attorney

Does Great Work

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He got me out of my traffic tickets and i know many people that have gone to him and he got the job done and is always on top of things
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Hired attorney

So Grateful

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Mr Sheets has represented our family on 3 different occasions, from the initial protective order to sole custody and name change. I cannot thank him enough for everything he did to accomplish the outcome we were looking for in each case. He is professional, tough, and caring, and covers all aspects needed for a positive outcome, from negotiation to trial.
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Happy

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Mr. Sheets is an all around good attorney, he helped me in changing my sons last name. He was the professional attorney, but also would lighten subject when it would upset me. Thank you Mr. Sheets
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Legal Guidance

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Mike Sheets provided me with excellent legal advice and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a great criminal defense attorney.
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David Payma, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 10, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Ricardo Vazquez, Immigration Attorney on Apr 6, 2016
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This lawyers credentials speak for itself. What are you waiting for? Hire him!

Jeffrey Perry, Consumer protection Attorney on Jan 13, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Sheets is the lawyer you want in your corner. He takes the time to analyze and truly understand his client's issues. Mr. Sheets’ work ethic, along with his legal acumen, enable him to provide best-in-class legal guidance and representation. Mr. Sheets is a true professional.

Holly Regoli, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 29, 2015
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Mr. Sheets is widely respected by his peers and is excellent attorney and I certainly endorse him as an attorney to meet your legal needs.

Darren Bleier, Marriage and prenuptials Attorney on Oct 16, 2015
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An excellent and well respected attorney.

Edgar Reynoso, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 8, 2015
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Mary Corrigan, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 22, 2015
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Craig Hopkins, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 10, 2015
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Mr. Sheets demonstrates the ability to cut to the heart of a divorce or separation matter and offer practical and efficient solutions. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation.

Benjamin Soffer, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on Aug 7, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Matthew Tyson, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 29, 2015
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Charles Rowland, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 26, 2015
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If you need an attorney who knows how to get the job done, you should consider Michael Sheets. I've known him for years and amongst attorneys and courts he is highly respected. I cannot recommend him more highly.

Michael Mills, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 23, 2015
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Brian Cooke, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 19, 2015
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James Newell, Real estate Attorney on Jul 17, 2015
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Kathleen King, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 16, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable and forthright.

Michael Pittman, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 13, 2015
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Monty Donohew, Estate planning Attorney on Jul 13, 2015
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I endorse Mr. Sheets' for, among other things, his contribution to the legal community. He is knowledgeable, articulate, and capable.

Stephen Wolfe, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 13, 2015
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Scott Kelly, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jul 10, 2015
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Ross Russell, Arbitration Attorney on Jul 8, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. He's a top-notch attorney with a great reputation in the legal community.

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