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Karen H Wentworth, Attorney at Law
- Communication
“Anytime I need her or have a question regarding something in that regard, she is always willing to help with the best advice on what to do, and what not to do.”
Best Child Custody Lawyers in Newark, OH
24 firms listed · 4 in Newark · 1 open weekends · 16 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Schaller Campbell & Untied Attorneys
- Patient
“Ultimately he solved a seemingly hopeless situation on a purchase, provided an easement for my parcel split and wrapped it all up promptly and professionally.”
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Christiansen Co. LPA
“She is straight to the point and brutally honest in cases regardless if you want to hear it or not without nickel and diming you along the way like most attorneys do.”
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John H. Obora, Attorney at Law
“John Obora represented me in my divorce, he was top notch, I had a spouse that was unreasonable and very angry Mr Obora was smooth as butter through my hard times, divorcing someone can be the most difficult time in someone's life and if you can list...”
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Hayes Law Offices
- Compassionate
- Will
- Patient
“Great and friendly staff”
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Vernau Law
“Throughout the entire process he was very easy to communicate with, easy to reach, always reached out in a timely matter whenever there were updates, and was extremely poised and professional.”
The 24 firms listed for Newark, OH take child custody and visitation matters for families. What appears about their practice areas, consultations and office hours is taken from each firm's own site, and ratings with quoted lines come from public reviews.
Area overview: Newark, OH
Of the 24 firms we list here, 4 are in Newark itself and 20 come from towns including Zanesville (4, 24 mi), Reynoldsburg (3, 22 mi) and Gahanna (3, 24 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 3.8 to 5.0 across 546 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 16 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), responsiveness (83%) and quality (77%). 1 is open on Saturdays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are family law (3), adoptions (2), child custody (2), estate planning (2) and litigation (2). 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 15 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. We have a website on file for all 24 of the firms on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Do any custody lawyers listed for Newark consult without charge?
3 of the 24 firms here state that a first consultation is free. Expect a short call that establishes whether they can help, not a review of your order. Have your dates and your existing paperwork in front of you so the call is worth the time.
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John I. Peters Co., Lpa, Attorney At Law
“It appears as though he is retiring.”
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Law Offices of Virginia C. Cornwell
- Wealth
- Knowledge
- Information
“She mostly answered the phone herself and kept me on track; she was always available and sometimes with the three hour difference in time it was difficult for both of us.”
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The Jason A Price Law Group, LPA
- Integrity
- Court
- Kids
“Attorney Price doesn't allow “up-billing”, a standard practice in large legal firms whereby bills are “fluffed”to increase billable hours that cost clients a lot more money for nothing!”
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Dagger Law
- Case
- Court
- Knowledge
“We are always hoping court cases eventually have a permeant solution of course , but if the need ever arises, my husband and I know the first person to call.”
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Hilton Parker
- Debt
- Happy
“He has no tolerance for these debt recovery company's that break the law in attempts to settle an outstanding debt and he aggressively pursues them to hold them accountable for their illegal behavior.”
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Benbow Law Offices
- Prices
- Custody
- Phone
“Everytime I went into office I was treated with such respect, couldn't hardly find anyone to meet with me just wanted to talk over the phone, he fit me in his schedule and always had time for me, always responded on time.”
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R. A. Parish Law
- Case
- Custody
- Lawyer
“Raquel was very helpful very sweet her best interest was not just in what I wanted but what was best for the kids as well her heart is in it not just for the money thanks for everything you did Raquel… god bless”
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Lee A Thompson, Attorney at Law
- Custody
- Questions
- Knowledge
“Thompson explained very thorough the pluses and minuses of moving further with this case, his advice (for free mind you) really opened up my eyes on the true nature of this situation.”
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Steven Kokensparger
“Steve has a great personality, is very easy to get along with and is a kind, genuine, and caring person who handles each case with an extreme amount of care and concern.”
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Scott Wright, Attorney
- Legal Advice
- Estate
- Questions
“With clear language and gentle demeanor (and with a nice sense of humor, I might add) he explained which of my concerns didn't really apply and narrowed the rest of our conversation to those that did.”
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Jack Moser Law - Gahanna Attorney
“I wouldn't call anyone but Jack to help with my law needs!”
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The Steward Firm
“I feel this Woman has a true and honest calling to help and do for others in the field of injustices and helping those in need of knowing their rights and the law.”
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David W. Poston Attorney At Law
“Nice variety when the menu”
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Kincaid Taylor & Geyer
“She went out of her way to help me understand what was needed through the process.”
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Emily Strang Tarbert
“She stood up for my rights as a father and I have full confidence she will represent you well.”
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Dawes Legal
“Very nice and dedicated thank you”
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Fox Law Office
- Legal Help
- Court
- Feel
“I have had a great and wonderful experience with Fox law in Zanesville Ohio, Thay have been there for my boy's and I since the first time we walked through their doors, Thank you Karen 😊 for being there for us.”
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Richard L. Morris Co., L.p.a.
- Children
“Almost 2 years of back and forth, 2 very hard years, many pep talks from that friend, Rich, a few talks from the father like figure, Rich, and a few good laughs and hard conversations with a friend that had my family's best interest in mind.”
Child Custody Legal Services in Newark, OH Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$2564
Maximum cost
$24607
National Average
$5127
Avg Per Hour Rates
$359
$3076
$6665
Typical price range is based on 455 cost profiles
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