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Brian A. Kruse
also known as Brian Allen Kruse Esq.
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About Brian
Biography
I have dedicated my legal career to family law. I advise clients on a broad range of personal matters relating to divorce, dissolution, child custody, shared parenting, child and spousal support, relocation, protection orders, post decree modifications, premarital agreements and grandpaent rights. It is of the utmost importance that I educate my client so they may make the best choice for thier family. I am licensed to practice law in every county in the State of Ohio, and my practice encompasses Clark, Clermont, Clinton, Darke, Greene, Hamilton, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, Shelby and Warren counties.
I am an active member in the family law community on local and state levels. I am the past chair of Montgomery County Bar Association Domestic Relations Committee, the current President of the Greene County Bar Association and I currently serve on Ohio State Bar Association Family Law committee as well.
Your problems are our problems - real solutions in divorce and family law. Call today 937-203-2262
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
40%
Family
20%
Adoption
10%
Child Custody
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 275-275 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2016
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 14 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 20 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Domestic Violence
Posted by Elizabeth | November 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Calm and professional
I hired Brian to handle a protection order and divorce. During a very emotional time, he was understanding but also made sure I knew what needed to be done. He was thorough and professional, even when dealing with a less than cooperative opposing attorney. He understood that my priority was my son an...
Brian A. Kruse's Lawyer Endorsements
"Professional and experienced attorney that advocate for his clients."
Courtney Caparella-Kraemer
Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 28
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Brian is a zealous and skilled advocate on behalf of his clients and he is well prepared for every hearing."
"Brian is as knowledgeable as they come. You can trust him with the most complex family law matters."
"Brian is an excellent divorce and custody attorney. I have referred a lot of clients and friends to him because I trust his ability to handle the case. He handles every case with great compassion to protect his clients in those difficult times. I strongly endorse and recommend Brian in all aspects of a domestic relations case."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Ohio Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Certified Specialist - Family Relations Law, Ohio State Bar Association
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Ohio Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Ohio Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Ohio Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Ohio Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, Kirkland & Sommers Co. LPA
1900 - Present
Attorney, Kirkland & Sommers Co., L.P.A.
2011 - 2016
Attorney, Hammond, Stier & Stadnicar LLC
2010 - 2011
Staff Attorney, Greene County Court Of Common Pleas
2007 - 2009
Attorney, Momkus McCluskey, LLC
2004 - 2007
Attorney, Pugh, Jones, Johnson & Quandt, PC
Associations
2011 - Present
Greene County Bar AssociationPast President, Co-chair of CLE Com, Chair of Scholarship Com
2011 - Present
Montgomery County Bar Association, Family Law SectionFormer Chair
2011 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeMember
2011 - Present
Stanley Z. Greenberg Domestic Relations ForumMember
2018 - 2019
Greene County Grievance ComMember
2017 - 2018
Greene County Bar AssociationPresident
2017 - 2019
Beavercreek City Board of Zoning AppealsMember
2011 - 2018
Greene County Council on AgingBoard of Directors - Former President
Education
2004
Depaul University
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Ohio University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
CLE Roundup
Domestic Relations 101
2016
Domestic Relations Practice Meeting
Parenting Time - What is Best for the Children
2015
Domestic Relations Practice Meeting
Client Intake
2014
Domestic Relations Practice Meeting
Spousal Support - County by County
2014
CLE Roundup
Domestic Relations 101
2013
Domestic Relations Practice Meeting
Child Support
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I add in a clause into my parenting plan where law enforcement can actually do something to enforce the order?
11 Jan 2017
Q&A
In Ohio will my child support lower if the mother of the child gets married and I have a have another child born
08 Jun 2016