Kirkland & Sommers Co., LPA10532 Success LaneCenterville, OH, 45458United States (937) 223-0697

Brian Alan Sommers

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Dayton, OH
Licensed for 21 years
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Brian Alan Sommers

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About Brian

I have dedicated my legal career to law family law. As a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AALM) and Board Certified Specialist in Family Iaw, I advise clients on a board range of personal matters relating to divorce, dissolution, child custody, shared parenting, child and spousal support, relocation protection orders, post decree modifications and premarital agreements. I have a stong passion to 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 I routinely practice in Clark, Clinton, Darke, Greene, Miami, Montgomery, Preble and Warren counties.

I am 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 (2010-2013) and currently serve on Ohio State Bar Association Family Law committee as well. Further, I maintain Supreme Court certification to be appointed as a Guardian Ad Litem. I also serve on the Dayton Bar Association Committee for Bar Exam and Qualifications. I

Practice areas

Divorce and separation: 50%
A divorce is a legal proceeding that ends a marriage. Through the divorce suit, you’ll work with the court and attorneys to determine the disposition of your joint property, spousal support issues, and custody and child support issues.
22 years
Family: 20%
Like a divorce, a dissolution ends in the termination of the marriage. However, fault cannot be assigned to either party and both individuals must be willing to agree to all terms and particulars of a settlement.
22 years
Child custody: 10%
In matters of custody, the court is focused on the best interests of the child. When a marriage ends or when parents are unmarried but want to share custody, the parents must submit a plan allocating responsibility for the children.
22 years
Child support: 10%
If you want to claim child support, you must request an order for support from the Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA). Ohio law governs how much child support a parent must pay.
22 years
Juvenile law: 10%
Cases involving the rights and interests of children of parents who are or have been married are heard in the Domestic Relations Court. In contrast, cases involving children of unmarried parents are heard in the Juvenile Court.
22 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

Kirkland & Sommers Co., LPA

10532 Success Lane
Centerville, OH, 45458

Office (937) 223-0697

Website

www.kirklandsommers.com

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
OH	Active	2000	11/05/2021

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
Super Lawyer	Super Lawyers Magazine	2020
Fellow	American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers	2018
Best Family Law Lawyers in Ohio and America	Best Lawyers in America	2018
Certified Specialist - Family Relations Law	Ohio State Bar Association	2011

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Partner	Kirkland & Sommers Co., LPA	2008 - Present
Member	Brian A. Sommers Co., LPA	2000 - 2008

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers	Fellow	2018 - Present
Dayton Bar Association, Bar Exam and Qualifications Committee	Member	2010 - Present
Ohio State Bar Assocation	Family Relations Law Committee	2009 - Present
Montgomery County Family Law Forum	Member	2003 - Present
Dayton Bar Association, Family Law Committee	Member	2002 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association	Member	2000 - Present
Dayton Bar Association, Family Law Committee	Past Chairman	2010 - 2013

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
University of Dayton	JD - Juris Doctor	2000
Indana State University	BS - Bachelor of Science	1989

speaking engagements

Conference name	Title	Date
Family Law	Civil Protection Orders	2017
Divorce Law Practice	Divorce/Family Law	2015
Annual Dayton Bar Assoc Family Law Conference	Civil Protection Orders	2015
Unique Domestic Relations Issues	Legal Status of Frozen Embryos	2012
Domestic Relations 101	Spousal Support and Property Division	2012

Grandparents Rights	Grandparents Rights	2011
Domestic Relations Seminar	Spousal Support	2011

legal cases

Case name	Outcome
Cable v. Cable	Affirmed lower court
Urbanic v. Urbanic	Affirmed lower court for client
Qi v. Yang	Affirmed in part and reversed in apart
Steele v. Steele	Affirmed Lower Court
Musgrove v. Musgrove, 2011-Ohio-4460

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Sommers is the ONLY choice...

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Posted by Steve
December 8, 2011

My experience with Attorney Brian Sommers has and continues to be just that, an experience. Brian first began representing me during a divorce/custody case two years ago. I would call him almost psychic as what he first predicted is exactly what happened. Brianâ€™s hard work and due diligence gained me approximately 50% more parenting time than I would have had per the Standard Order. Please note that I in no way feel it is realistic to expect someone to know everything or to be perfect. I do however expect should a mistake be made, that all parties be upfront about it and then move forward. I also consider â€œknowledgeableâ€ to mean knowing where to go to get information and then being able to understand how to apply said knowledge. Based on my beliefs and from what I have experienced, I have rated all aspects above as EXCELLENT. When working with Brian you will always know where you stand, the reality of your particular situation and then receive an accurate assessment of what to expect. If you are looking for someone to just tell you what you want to hear, to do whatever you ask (right or wrong) and simply take your money, then you should keep looking. If you are looking for someone that represents what is right, that is honest (he doesnâ€™t â€œsugar coat itâ€), that is hardworking and really good at their job, contact him. We even have had some good laughs along the way. Brian continues to represent me today regarding parenting time issues. Even after I relocated, I have asked Brian to stay involved with my case. It is really simple; you are getting what you are paying for and more. To put it another way, I implicitly trust him and in his abilities. Best Wishesâ€¦

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Posted by Gerri
December 28, 2011

Attorney Sommers was a godsend. He is knowledgeable, reliable, and punctual. He took the time to explain the legalities and details to me with patience and kindness. He addressed my concerns and questions quickly. He truly cares for his clients. Divorce changes lives and Attorney Sommers helped to make my transition as comfortable as possible. I will recommend his services to family and friends without a moment's hesitation.

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Posted by Tony
February 20, 2019

Brian Sommers went above and beyond for my children. He provided excellent advice and guided me through every legal aspect of my custody case. I have used other attorneys in the past, but I will never recommend anyone other than Brian, and his staff. Thank you Mr. Sommers!!