Best Child Custody Lawyers in Newark, OH

10 firms listed · 4 in Newark · 2 open 24/7 · 2 open weekends · 8 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 22, 2026

The Law Office of Seth R. Smith

The Law Office of Seth R. Smith

4.9 140 reviews
“If I had questions or concerns he was a phone call away, and if we missed a call he was back on it promptly!”
Open 24 hoursSince 2024
9 N 3rd St Ste 201
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Karen H Wentworth, Attorney at Law

Karen H Wentworth, Attorney at Law

4.5 16 reviews
“Karen walked me through the process and made sure I understood what was going on.”
Ohio Bar since 1994Serves Central Ohio, Licking County +2
33 W Main St Suite 203
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Schaller Campbell & Untied Attorneys

Schaller Campbell & Untied Attorneys

4.9 10 reviews
“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.”
Serves Licking CountySince 1914
32 N Park Pl
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John H. Obora, Attorney at Law

John H. Obora, Attorney at Law

4.4 2 reviews
“He has been doing this for 30 plus years and is very knowledgeable.”
Since 2007
29 S Park Pl
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Hayes Law Offices

Hayes Law Offices

4.6 47 reviews
“Would recommend and I will use them again when I need legal advice!”
6 attorneysServes Pataskala area, OhioSince 1978BBB A+
Pataskala, OH · 14 mi from Newark
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Vernau Law

Vernau Law

3.9 11 reviews
“We can't thank Andy enough for how well he handled our adoption case.”
Flat fees25+ years
Granville, OH · 5 mi from Newark
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The 10 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 10 firms we list here, 4 are in Newark itself and 6 come from towns including Reynoldsburg (2, 21 mi), Pickerington (2, 22 mi) and Granville (1, 5 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 3.9 to 4.9 across 472 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 8 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "patient" and "communication". 2 are open around the clock and 2 are open on weekends. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 6 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 2 offer urgent consultations and 1 offers a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for all 10 of the firms on this page; all 10 publish a contact page; 2 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.

What do custody firm websites listed for Newark usually state?

All 10 firms have a website on file. Those pages are where a practice describes the parenting matters it takes, whether it offers mediation, and how consultations run. Look for a firm that writes about children rather than about winning, and read a few before you call.

The Meade Law Group

The Meade Law Group

4.6 87 reviews
“I was very pleased with their service and more importantly, the outcome of my case.”
Ohio Bar since 1994Serves Central OhioOpen 24 hoursSince 2023
Pickerington, OH · 22 mi from Newark
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Hilton Parker

Hilton Parker

4.7 21 reviews
“Parker have treated me and my business with the utmost respect and dignity.”
Since 2018Prices online
Reynoldsburg, OH · 21 mi from Newark
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Scott Wright, Attorney

Scott Wright, Attorney

4.6 15 reviews
“His knowledge and willingness to listen, ask questions and provide sound legal recommendations was perfect for my situation.”
Free consultationSince 2002
Reynoldsburg, OH · 21 mi from Newark
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David W. Poston Attorney At Law

David W. Poston Attorney At Law

4.6 11 reviews
“Hiring an attorney is always difficult but Attorney Poston has been direct and fast to respond to my questions.”
Since 2012
Pickerington, OH · 22 mi from Newark
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