Gemelas, Wilson, Merrill & Fritz Co LPA
“She did everything with professionalism and I always knew what was going on with my case.”
Best Family Law Attorneys in Elyria, OH
15 firms listed · 4 in Elyria · 1 open weekends · 8 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Douglas W. Merrill
“Awesome attorney I've been fighting this case awhile and Douglas was a breath of fresh air when things got dry and hopeless.”
Justin C. Miller Esq.
“I will use him again for any legal issues concerning family law he also cares about his clients and their situation very open and honest concerning all matters”
Oliver Legal Services
Ortner Law Group
“He explained things clearly and without coming across as arrogant (which we have experienced from attorneys before).”
Sylkatis Law
“We all know how fathers have difficult times when it comes to custody but Scott got the job done and now my son is in good hands healthy, happy, and better then ever with his dad.”
This page gathers the 15 family law firms listed for Elyria, OH. Practice areas, consultation terms and hours are what each firm publishes on its own website; ratings and quoted lines come from public reviews.
Area overview: Elyria, OH
Of the 15 firms we list here, 4 are in Elyria itself and 11 come from towns including Westlake (5, 11 mi), Sheffield (3, 4 mi) and Lorain (1, 6 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 3.7 to 5.0 across 435 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 "results", "understanding" and "knowledge". 1 is open on Saturdays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are business law (3), child custody (3), criminal defense (3), family law (3) and mediation (3). 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 10 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2004. 5 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 14 of the firms on this page; 13 publish a contact page and 5 list a public email. 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.
Why are some listed family practices outside Elyria?
An office in Elyria is held by 4 of the 15 firms. The rest come from other towns. Family matters are usually heard where you live, so ask a firm from further out how it handles hearings in your area.
Mc Cafferty Joseph P
“He responded to calls, texts, and emails in a timely manner that made us feel as if we were his only clients.”
Nee Law Firm
“I so value Matt's integrity and competence that I was thrilled to find out I wouldn't have to have a different lawyer handle all of my estate needs now that I'll be dividing my time between two states.”
Anthony R. Pecora, Attorney
“We had a very difficult and incredibly stressful case and he was able to navigate through everything with ease.”
Daray Law
“Daray Law makes the effort to truly understand what your needs are, and then are very responsive in executing whatever services are needed.”
Berki Law Group
“Berki Law Group was absolutely amazing very quick and efficient answering any questions I had and made everything quick and easy for me I highly recommend this law firm”
Seeley, Savidge, Ebert & Gourash Co LPA
“Nice big clean place to do business with your attorney...”
Law Offices of Cara L. Santosuosso
“Cara and Allison did a great job handling my divorce.”
Douglas Brill Attorney
“He just spent over an hour with me explaining my options and making sure I was informed.”
Mc Clure Richard D
“Been a client friend of Gerald's for about 20 years and has never done me wrong.”
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