Anne Harvey

Anne Harvey

also known as Anne Harvey Law LLC

4.3
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 40 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Dayton, OH
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence, Juvenile ... +3 more

Attorney at Law, 77 West Elmwood Drive, Dayton, OH

About Anne

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

OSBA Certified Specialist in Family Relations Law. This is the highest credential given BY the OSBA. Essentially, it involves a bar exam in Family Law, outstanding recommendations and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in the practice of Family Law.

35 years

50%
Appeals 10%

Sometimes you just have to appeal. Juries can lose their way and judges can make mistakes.

35 years

10%
Domestic Violence 10%

Ohio domestic violence laws are complex and intertwine both civil and criminal approaches. There are many collateral consequences to any domestic violence case, ranging from future gun ownership to professional licenses.

35 years

10%
Juvenile Law 10%

Ohio treats unmarried parents differently than married parents. Paternity is a huge part of Juvenile Family Law Practice. It is especially important for unmarried Fathers to obtain good strong legal representation.

35 years

10%
Litigation 10%

Civil litigation is the avenue to pursue when all other approaches have failed. Anne has sued, been sued, and has successfully represented clients in sexual harassment cases and construction cases.

35 years

10%
Military Law 10%

Military families are subject to different rules than civilians. From residency to division of retirement benefits, military divorces are a sub-speciality of Ohio Family Law. Because Anne began her legal career at WPAFB, she brings unique experience to the practice.

35 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 34 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 40 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1985

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Anne Harvey Law LLC

Attorney at Law, 77 West Elmwood Drive, Dayton, OH, 45459

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Anne Harvey's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

46 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Child Abuse

Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse

Weak and upfront

I hired Anne because years ago she demonstrated remarkable integrity. This time around things were funny. Anne seemed incapable of taking obvious initiatives, even ones we'd foreseen and agreed on, and she seemed helpless in the face of opposing counsel. Worse, as other reviews of her claim, she ...seemed obliging in revealing important details to opposing counsel. The ex had a pattern of abuse in their family which I desired evaluated, not as an accusation, but for reassurance-obviously our relation was strained. Anne had the court appoint, at my expense, someone who was not qualified to do such an evaluation, and returned useless testimony. I discovered that they were incapable during my interview-after I'd paid for it. In the mean time, I gather evidence of abuse, and general mistreatment of the children, such as their not being fed, social problems, allowing one sibling to mistreat the other, it's not conclusive evidence, but it was physical evidence-better than words alone. Son of a gun if this never makes it into my presentation, but the ex claims these same things, without that evidence, and it sails right through court. How this looks to me (my bias): Like Anne warned opposing counsel we had this evidence. How this looks to court (as I see it): When my assertions go to court: I am making disingenuous identical claims because the ex made them first. Allegations by the ex also sail right through court, despite even police reports to the contrary. Anne's response-if there was one, was 'it doesn't matter-we'll get it next time.' Except, next time opposing counsel was running the show again. Anne did not subpoena critical evidence to the case despite repeated requests to do so. I had to acquire police reports as well. She did not seem to advocate evidence she was supplied with, which, on two occasions was public domain. An important aside: I acquired a substantial sum of money, I was charged an unprecedented 3x her normal monthly fee, but I didn't see any extra work had been performed. Finally, the case turns a corner: New evidence, review by real experts, and Anne says directly: She will not present the evidence, and that experts will cost too much to get to court. She had been consulting with them during the process, and a path that didn't involve “too much” was available, had she but advised it. She had spent thousands of dollars in a process where she was the key advisor, then declared the approach was useless! Almost in the same breath, she told me opposing counsel's approach was our way forward. Yes, read that again. She continued that even if my children were being mistreated, the court would still give them to the ex. Summary: As other reviewers have said; she makes a mess then runs. Anne seemed be being played by the opposing counsel and helpless to prevent them from running the show. Attacks that would be defeated 'next time,' were never even addressed, then she'd be distracted by opposing counsel's next approach, and the pattern repeated.

Anne Harvey

Replied last May 20, 2016

Wow! I must really be horrible. I can't publically say why this review is crazy-wrong. I will say this is why lawyers drink.

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Anne Harvey's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ronald Burdge

Family lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When it comes to Family Law, Anne knows it all (and has seen it all). She is simply the best. I have known her and known of her for probably 20 years or more and can attest that she is diligent, hard-working, and cares about her clients and their needs. She is extremely smart and understands (and can tell you) the realities of how the law will treat your situation. Her website is a gold mine of info and there is no better place to see just how thankful her clients are for the hard work she does for them. Family law cases can be stressful and contentious. When that happens, a person needs someone like Anne on their side. If you have a domestic relations, divorce, custody, support or similar problem, hire her. And follow her advice. She won't steer you wrong. I highly recommend her."

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Simon Patry

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Having been the attorney for opposing parties in cases with Anne, I know first hand that there are few attorneys in our legal community who are as good as Anne. I would recommend her without hesitation."

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William Tinch

Family lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Anne Harvey is one of only a few Family Law certified specialists in Ohio. Ms. Harvey has tremendous support from her current and former clients. Ms. Harvey is well respected in the legal community, and I have sought her wisdom on issues I have had trouble with in the past. Ms. Harvey, without hesitation, did all she could to help. I have a great deal of respect for Ms. Harvey and I would strongly recommend her to anyone seeking legal counsel."

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Nicholas Gounaris

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Anne is a terrific advocate for her clients in and out of the courtroom and an even better person. She has my highest recommendation."

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Heather Shannon

Family lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Attorney Harvey is a very knowledgeable attorney who represents her clients zealously. I endorse this lawyer."

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Lucas Wilder

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Scott

Family lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Anne and I had an opposing case against one another. She was very thorough during the process and represented her client perfectly. She is the go to person in the Dayton legal community for military fathers and is an advocate for father's rights."

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Zoe Meigs

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Anne is highly skilled in areas of divorce and other domestic matters. She cares about her clients and works effectively for them."

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Jeremiah Denslow

Family lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Kramer

Family lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anne is a knowledgeable and aggressive advocate. Her trial experience is a plus for any divorce client involved in a less than amicable separation from the spouse. I highly endorse Anne and would recommend her to anyone needing representation in the area of family law."

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Craig Sams

Family lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Anne is a wealth of knowledge and excellent advocate for her clients. She is an fantastic attorney and always prepared."

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Aaron Hartley

Family lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Anne is an excellent family law attorney."

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Matisyahu Wolfberg

Family lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Helen Wallace

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Anne is a very experienced family law attorney who represents her clients aggressively and well. She is passionate about providing the best legal services possible."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Certified Specialist, Ohio State Bar Association

2017

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Attorney, Attorney Anne Catherine Harvey LLC

2001 - 2003

Assistant Public Defender, Montgomery County Public Defender's Office

1989 - 1991

Trial Attorney, United States Air Force

Associations

2018 - Present

Columbus Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Member

2009 - Present

Warren County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Member

2000 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1994 - Present

Family Law Forum, Montgomery County, Ohio

Member

2016 - 2020

Warren County Bar Association

Ethics Committee

2002 - 2020

Cincinnati Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Stevens v. Stevens, 2018-Ohio-2662

The Court of Appeals found that the trial court erred as a matter of law, abused its discretion and lost its way. The case was reversed and remanded.

www.supremecourt.ohio.gov/rod/docs/pdf/2/2016/2016-Ohio-5648.pdf

Child support award upheld

Helms v. Musgrove, Montgomery County Case No. 2007-CV-8020 No 2007-CV-

Ex-wife is a vexatious litigator. Upheld twice on various appeals.

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Education

1981

University of Dayton

BS

N/A

University of Dayton

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2012

WHIO News

Domestic Violence: Explanations

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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