How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Clark County, Ohio?
When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Clark County.
We found 17 estate law firms serving Clark County. Clark County is part of the Dayton-Springfield region.
These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Clark County Probate Court.
Ohio uses formal, court-supervised probate, which makes an attorney worthwhile for most estates in Clark County — the filing sequence, notice requirements, and accounting leave little room for error. Estates under the small-estate threshold are the usual exception.
Probate attorney fees in Ohio are based on reasonable compensation — typically 2%ORC § 2113.36 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified May 5, 2026 to 4%ORC § 2113.36 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified May 5, 2026 of the estate's value, billed hourly or as a flat fee. Ask a Clark County firm to quote a structure up front.
A probate attorney files the petition with the Probate Court, publishes the required creditor notices, prepares the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. They represent the personal representative — not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if a dispute develops.
Dayton-Springfield Firms
Coolidge Wall Co., L.P.A.
FirmEst. 1853
33 West First Street, Suite 200
Dayton, OH 45402
Phone:
(937) 223-8177coollaw.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningBusiness Succession
Gudorf Law Group, LLC
FirmEst. 1992
8153 North Main Street
Dayton, OH 45415
Phone:
(937) 898-5583daytonestateplanninglaw.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateElder LawTax PlanningAsset ProtectionMedicaid PlanningBusiness SuccessionGuardianship
Martin, Browne, Hull & Harper, P.L.L.
FirmEst. 1872
500 North Fountain Avenue
Springfield, OH 45504
Phone:
(937) 324-5541martinbrowne.com →
Estate PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationProbate Litigation
Roberson Law
Firm
1225 East David Road
Kettering, OH 45429
Phone:
(937) 643-2000robersonlawdayton.com →
Estate PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationElder LawGuardianshipMedicaid Planning
StachlerHarmon Attorneys at Law
Firm
7810 McEwen Road, Suite B
Dayton, OH 45459
Phone:
(937) 998-4429shlaw-firm.com →
Estate PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationProbate LitigationGuardianship
Statewide Practices
These firms serve clients throughout Ohio.
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC
FirmEst. 1913
3800 Embassy Parkway, Suite 300
Akron, OH 44333
Phone:
(330) 376-5300bdblaw.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateBusiness SuccessionCharitable Planning
Bricker Graydon Wyatt LLP
FirmEst. 1944
100 South Third Street
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone:
(614) 227-2300brickergraydon.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningCharitable PlanningBusiness Succession
Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP
Firm
1405 East Sixth Street
Cleveland, OH 44114
Phone:
(216) 622-8200calfee.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateProbate LitigationTax PlanningBusiness Succession
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
Firm
255 East Fifth Street, Suite 1900
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone:
(513) 977-8200dinsmore.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningWealth Transfer
FBT Gibbons LLP
Firm
3300 Great American Tower, 301 East Fourth Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone:
(513) 651-6800fbtgibbons.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningWealth TransferBusiness Succession
Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP
Firm
41 South High Street, Suites 2800-3200
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone:
(614) 227-2000porterwright.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningCharitable PlanningProbate Litigation
Reminger Co., LPA
Firm
200 Public Square, Suite 1200
Cleveland, OH 44114
Phone:
(216) 687-1311reminger.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateProbate LitigationFiduciary LitigationElder Law
Roetzel & Andress
FirmEst. 1876
222 South Main Street, Suite 400
Akron, OH 44308
Phone:
(330) 376-2700ralaw.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateProbate LitigationTax PlanningBusiness SuccessionCharitable Planning
Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP
FirmEst. 1925
1000 Jackson Street
Toledo, OH 43604
Phone:
(419) 241-9000shumaker.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateProbate LitigationTax PlanningBusiness Succession
Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
FirmEst. 1885
425 Walnut Street, Suite 1800
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone:
(513) 381-2838taftlaw.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningCharitable PlanningBusiness Succession
Thompson Hine LLP
Firm
3900 Key Center, 127 Public Square
Cleveland, OH 44114
Phone:
(216) 566-5500thompsonhine.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningFiduciary LitigationBusiness Succession
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP
FirmEst. 1909
52 East Gay Street
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone:
(614) 464-6400vorys.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationProbateTax PlanningWealth TransferCharitable Planning
Frequently Asked Questions
Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The Ohio self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.
Ohio uses reasonable fees for probate. Typical Clark County rates run $200–$500/hour, with simple estates taking 20–40 hours. Flat-fee arrangements are available from some firms.
Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.
Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.
Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.
Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: May 2026.
Probate Court
Clark County
50 E. Columbia St., 5th Fl.
Springfield, OH 45502
Phone:
937-521-1845Fax:
937-328-2589
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Paper Filing Available
E-Filing Optional
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