Business Details
46 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Middletown, OH
Shew & Dixon Law Office has served clients in Middletown, OH, since 1980, providing personalized legal guidance across probate, personal injury, criminal, and general law. Our small, diverse team tailors services to individual cases, prioritizing client needs while maintaining a commitment to ethical practice. With decades of combined experience, we focus on estate planning, divorce proceedings, bankruptcy, and criminal defense, ensuring clients receive strategic representation.Our attorneys, licensed in multiple states, emphasize community involvement and client education. We combine legal expertise with compassionate support to help clients navigate complex legal challenges and achieve favorable outcomes.
Services
Probate Law
Personal Injury Law
Criminal Law
General Law
Estate Planning
Divorce Representation
Bankruptcy Filings
Traffic Violations
Adoption Services
Real Estate Law
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined legal experience in Middletown and surrounding areas.
- Our attorneys are licensed in Ohio, Florida, and Massachusetts for broader legal expertise.
- We provide personalized service tailored to each client's unique legal situation.
- Our team emphasizes ethical practice and community leadership through local organizations.
- We handle complex cases across probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law.
What people say
Knowledgeable attorneys
Professional and courteous
Great representation
Compassionate guidance
Top-notch service
Services
Probate Law
We guide clients through Ohio probate processes, including estate settlement, debt resolution, and asset distribution. Our attorneys help executors navigate court filings, tax requirements, and fiduciary responsibilities while ensuring compliance with state laws. With personalized support, we help families manage the emotional and legal complexities of settling a loved one's estate.
Personal Injury Law
Our firm advocates for injury victims in motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, and slip-and-fall cases. We pursue compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain suffering through negotiations or litigation. With contingency fee arrangements, clients pay no upfront costs while we aggressively represent their interests in Middletown and surrounding areas.
Criminal Law
We defend clients facing traffic violations, DUI charges, and criminal accusations in Ohio courts. Our attorneys analyze arrest procedures, challenge evidence, and develop defense strategies tailored to each case. With experience in local and state jurisdictions, we protect clients' rights during hearings and trials while seeking reduced charges or dismissals.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans using wills, trusts, and power of attorney documents to protect clients' assets and wishes. Our services include guardianship planning for minors, healthcare directives, and trust administration. By addressing tax implications and succession plans, we help clients ensure their legacy aligns with their intentions.
General Law
We handle divorce proceedings, real estate transactions, and bankruptcy filings across Butler County. Our services include property division negotiations, foreclosure defense, and Chapter 7/13 bankruptcy petitions. For families, we manage dissolution agreements, child custody arrangements, and adoption processes with sensitivity to clients' emotional needs.
People
J.C. Shew
Attorney
Licensed in Ohio, Florida, and Massachusetts, J.C. Shew graduated from University of Akron School of Law in 1969. He serves on the Ohio State Bar Association Council of Delegates and contributes to Middletown community organizations including Kiwanis Club and YMCA board.
Matthew Dixon
Attorney
Matthew Dixon, licensed in three states, earned his Juris Doctor magna cum laude from Mississippi College School of Law. He previously practiced debtor/creditor law in Mississippi and serves on Middletown Symphony Orchestra and Historical Society boards while maintaining multiple bar association memberships.
Questions
What areas of law does Shew & Dixon specialize in?
We specialize in probate, personal injury, criminal defense, divorce, bankruptcy, and estate planning. Our attorneys also handle real estate matters, traffic violations, and adoption cases in Middletown and surrounding areas.
How does the firm handle probate cases?
Our probate services include estate administration, will validation, asset distribution, and tax compliance. We guide executors through Ohio's probate process while minimizing family stress during difficult times.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for most legal matters. This allows us to understand your situation and recommend appropriate legal strategies without upfront costs.
Can I get help with out-of-state legal issues?
Our attorneys hold licenses in Ohio, Florida, and Massachusetts. While primarily serving Middletown, we can assist with certain multi-state legal matters through strategic partnerships and referrals.
What makes your firm different from others?
We combine decades of experience with personalized service, maintaining community involvement while offering strategic legal representation across multiple practice areas under one roof.
How are legal fees structured?
Fee structures vary by service. Personal injury cases use contingency fees, while other matters may involve hourly rates or flat fees. We discuss payment options during initial consultations.
