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Michael Alan Sheets
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Biography
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
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
35 years | 500 cases
Divorce and Separation
25%
35 years | 800 cases
Child Custody
20%
35 years | 600 cases
Adoption
15%
35 years | 200 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Ohio for 34 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Sheets Law Office
1331 Woodman Drive, Dayton, OH, 45432
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Posted by Saundra | June 29, 2015 | Probate
Estate issue
Mr. Sheets Helped me to work out an issue with another attorney including but not limited to a personality conflict resulting in a messy estate issue taking longer than necessary to close. Mrs. Sheets was at all times professional, respectful, and bottom line, he got the job done for the least amoun...
Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Good lawyer
Good lawyer, was able to get a hold of him easily. Always answered every question I had, due the fact this was my first time going to court. I would def reccommend him.
Posted by Jeannine | February 15, 2015 | Child Custody
Professionalism and Expertise beyond compare
We are delighted to offer our highest recommendation for Attorney Michael Sheets. He has represented our family multiple time regarding matters of custody, visitation, and child protection. Mr. Sheets was more than prepared for all consultations and court appearances, and always willing to explain ...
Posted by Dailon | February 11, 2015 | Criminal Defense
The best lawyer in Ohio
My name is Dailon. Last summer i did something stupid and got in trouble with the law. It was something major and it could have shattered my dreams and what I wanted to do with my life. Instead, Mike Sheets was able to help me and get me a slap on the wrist for my stupidity.
Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Great divorce and child custody attorney
We started using Mike after a divorce for child support and custody issues. We've been using his services for ten years. We cannot say enough good things about Mike. From a client perspective, he is down-to-earth, very practical and approachable. He explains issues using everyday language, not le...
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Experience
Honors
1990
Walter Rice Moot Court Orator Award, University of Dayton School of Law
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Owner, Sheets Law OFfices
1993 - 2003
Partner, Wolaver, Welch, Graff, Gill & Sheets
1991 - 1995
Partner, Piergies & Sheets
Associations
2014 - Present
Greene County Ethics CommitteeMember
2013 - Present
American Bar AssociattionMember
1996 - Present
OHSAACarroll High School Varsity Baseball Coach
1991 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Dayton Bar AssociationMember
1992 - 1994
Greene County Bar AssociationEthics Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
Carter v. Carter
Wife only awarded division of assets as of Date of Separation, not the current values of said amounts
Tehan v. Tehan
Won shared custody of child for Mother
Education
1990
University of Dayton School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
University of Dayton
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
1999
Wally Byam Southwest Ohio Rally
Revocable Living Trutsts
Publications
2015
The Law and You in Ohio Blog
GRANDPARENT'S AND OTHER'S RIGHTS
2015
The Law and You in Ohio
Expungement of Criminal Records in Ohio
Languages
English
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Q&A
What different types of divorce can I get
19 Mar 2026
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Can I get more custody or Atleast a child support payment reduction?
11 Mar 2026
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Does Probate have to be opened to claim this money from unclaimed funds? And if so, why?
26 Feb 2026