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About Brian
Board Certified Family Relations Law Specialist through the Ohio State Bar Association.
I have dedicated my legal career to law family law. As a board certified specialist in family law, 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.
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.
19 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.
19 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.
19 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.
19 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.
19 years
Languages spoken
English
Contact
Kirkland & Sommers Co., LPA
10532 Success Lane
Centerville, OH, 45458
Website
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| OH | Active | 2000 | 10/19/2018 |
| Legal answers | 179 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Kirkland & Sommers Co., LPA | 2008 - Present |
| Member | Brian A. Sommers Co., LPA | 2000 - 2008 |
| 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 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of Dayton | JD - Juris Doctor | 2000 |
| Indana State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1989 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Gregory v. Gregory, 172 Ohio App. 3d 822 | Appeals affirmed in part and reserved in part |
|---|---|
| Morgan v. Morgan | Affirmed lower court's decision |
Sommers is the ONLY choice...
Posted by Steve
Thu Dec 08 2011
COMPETENT AND COMPASSIONATE
Posted by Gerri
Wed Dec 28 2011
Attorney endorsements
(16)William Miller, Probate Attorney on Dec 29, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I Have known Brian for more than 15 years. He is extremely knowledgeable and zealous in his practice areas. I have personally referred friends to Brian and I endorse him
Simon Patry, Business Attorney on Apr 29, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
When our law firm has a conflict of interest and have to refer a client to another lawyer one of the law firms on that list is Brian's. He is knowledgeable and never gives up and that is exactly what you need in a divorce, custody and family law attorney.
Michael Sheets, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 22, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Brian is an excellent attorney and a worthy adversary. He does a great job for his clients.
Samera Habib, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 22, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse Mr. Sommers.
Aaron Hartley, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Brian is an excellent attorney.
Michael Waddington, Military law Attorney on Jun 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Brian. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Jeremiah Denslow, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brian is a pillar of the Dayton legal community.
Lucas Wilder, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 26, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Helen Wallace, Family Attorney on Jan 6, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brian is an excellent domestic relations attorney who has demonstrated his superior knowledge of family law by becoming a board certified.
Robert Mues, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 3, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brian is very professional and a strong advocate for his client. I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Miller, Family Attorney on Mar 20, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Very knowledgeable attorney. He is committed to getting the best for his client.
Ronald Burdge, Lemon law Attorney on Jan 21, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Being Board Certified in the area of Family Law says a lot about Brian Sommers' understanding and knowledge of domestic relations issues and Family Law. I would highly recommend him to you if his office is anywhere near you and you have a domestic relations or family law problem.
Antony Abboud, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 18, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brian is an excellent domestic relations attorney. He is very knowledgeable and experienced in his field.
Joseph Ostrowski, Litigation Attorney on Jan 16, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Sommers exemplifies the very best attributes of an active attorney and a level of professionalism we should all aspire to. Honesty, dedication and a love of the law which means. giving back to others who lack our understanding of the law. The thousands years of combined legal experience of professionals activity participating in forum represent some of the very best of our profession, which is after all, at its base is desire to those in need. This Attorney’s experience allows to obtain excellent results for his clients. Most importantly, this Attorney is willing to help complete strangers (as is the case in this forum) with legal problem for which we may have some helpful information and thereby demystify the legal process as much as possible. I would recommend this Attorney without any hesitation for all practice areas listed.
Roberta Fay, Child custody Attorney on Dec 28, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Nicholas Gounaris, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 28, 2011
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Brian is a tremendous lawyer and an even better advocate for his clients.
Cost
- Hourly Rates$295-$295/hour
- Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs45 minutes
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