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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
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Acquired: 2000
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Posted by Clair | August 21, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Professional
I sought out Mr. Sommers because I needed a lawyer who is an expert in divorce cases. I knew or felt like my divorce would be difficult, to say the least. So I took my case to Mr. Sommer's and knew right away he would do "Right" by me! Throughout the case Mr. Sommer's was very Professional, Inform...
Posted by Mike | March 21, 2012 | Family
Child Custody
I was recommended to Brian Sommers by another attorney in Springfield, Ohio. I contacted an attorney in Springfield and he couldn't take my case, his first and only recommendation was Brian Sommers. I was extremely pleased with the outcome. Brian was able to get me extended parenting time outside ...
Posted by Valerie | January 15, 2012 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Lawyer
Brian met with me the very first time for an hour and a half and did not charge me. I had hired another attorney and did not feel that I was getting the best service. After meeting with Brian, I asked him if he would take my case and he said "in a heartbeat." A heartbeat later, I hired him and a w...
Posted by anonymous | January 05, 2012
Child Custody
Brian is a great lawyer.. he keeps you informed and gives you all the information you need to make the best decisions in your case
Posted by Gerri | December 28, 2011 | Divorce & Separation
COMPETENT AND COMPASSIONATE
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 t...
"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"
"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."
"Brian is an excellent domestic relations attorney who has demonstrated his superior knowledge of family law by becoming a board certified."
"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."
"Brian is an excellent domestic relations attorney. He is very knowledgeable and experienced in his field."
"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."
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Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
2018
Best Family Law Lawyers in Ohio and America, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Certified Specialist - Family Relations Law, Ohio State Bar Association
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Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2008 - Present
Partner, Kirkland & Sommers Co., LPA
1900 - Present
Member, Kirkland & Sommers Co., L.P.A.
2000 - 2008
Member, Brian A. Sommers Co., LPA
2018 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2010 - Present
Dayton Bar Association, Bar Exam and Qualifications CommitteeMember
2009 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssocationFamily Relations Law Committee
2003 - Present
Montgomery County Family Law ForumMember
2002 - Present
Dayton Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeMember
2000 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2013
Dayton Bar Association, Family Law CommitteePast Chairman
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2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BS
1989
BS - Bachelor of Science
2017
Civil Protection Orders
2015
Divorce/Family Law
2015
Civil Protection Orders
2012
Legal Status of Frozen Embryos
2012
Spousal Support and Property Division
2011
Grandparents Rights
2011
Spousal Support
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Brian earned significant contribution points in 2012.
How do I respond to a motion to compel?
19 Mar 2013
Is my wife legally able to change the alarm code on our home while the divorce is going on?
03 Feb 2013
How is "cohabitation" defined in Ohio for purposes of terminating spousal support for a divorce adjudicated in 2006.
29 Apr 2012