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Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Columbus, Ohio
Friedman & Mirman is a distinguished family law firm serving Central Ohio with over 40 years of combined experience from our founding partners. Recognized by Chambers and Partners USA 2025s High Net Worth Guide, we specialize in complex family law matters including high-net-worth divorce, custody, and spousal support. Our client-focused approach emphasizes transparency, responsiveness, and tailored legal strategies. We guide clients through the discovery process and resolution phases with expertise in handling complex assets and alternative dispute resolution methods. Our team includes multilingual attorneys fluent in Spanish, Russian, and Arabic, ensuring accessible representation for diverse clients.As fellows of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and recipients of Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers accolades, we combine industry leadership with practical solutions. Our commitment to integrity extends to community involvement through legal aid initiatives and educational outreach programs. We maintain affiliations with the Columbus Bar Association, Ohio State Bar Association, and national family law organizations. Our practice balances courtroom readiness with cost-effective negotiations to achieve optimal outcomes. With office hours Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm and Friday 8:30am-3:00pm, we provide timely legal support at our Columbus, Ohio location.
Services
Divorce & Dissolution
Custody & Shared Parenting
Child & Spousal Support
High-Net Worth Divorce
Civil Solutions
Domestic Violence Action
Highlights and features
- We have 40+ years of combined experience in family law
- Our partners are recognized by Chambers and Partners USA
- Multilingual support in Spanish, Russian, and Arabic
- Client-focused approach with personalized legal strategies
- Alternative dispute resolution methods to reduce costs
Associations and certifications
- Chambers and Partners
- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
- Best Lawyers in America
What people say
Expertise
Responsive
Best in family law
Multilingual support
Successful outcomes
Services
High-Net Worth Divorce
Specialized representation for clients with significant assets requiring complex property division. Our attorneys handle high-conflict financial matters involving business valuations, tax implications, and asset protection strategies. We combine courtroom experience with negotiation skills to protect client interests while maintaining discretion.
Custody & Shared Parenting
Advocacy for parental rights and child welfare in custody arrangements. We help establish parenting plans that prioritize children's best interests while addressing visitation rights and decision-making responsibilities. Our team handles modifications and enforcement actions with sensitivity to family dynamics.
Civil Solutions
Cost-effective negotiation methods to resolve family law matters outside court. This includes mediation and collaborative law approaches that maintain confidentiality while achieving mutually acceptable outcomes. Our attorneys guide clients through peaceful resolutions for divorce and support issues.
Domestic Violence Action
Emergency legal protection for victims of domestic abuse through restraining orders and custody modifications. We provide immediate court intervention while connecting clients with support resources. Our team handles both temporary and permanent protection orders with compassionate urgency.
Child & Spousal Support
Guidance on financial obligations including calculation, modification, and enforcement of support payments. We address income disparities and special needs considerations while ensuring compliance with Ohio family law standards for both temporary and long-term support arrangements.
People
Denise Mirman
Founding Partner
With 40+ years of family law experience, Denise Mirman is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and recognized by Best Lawyers. She focuses on complex divorce cases and serves on Columbus Bar Foundation's board.
Scott N. Friedman
Founding Partner
Scott Friedman brings decades of family law expertise, recognized by Chambers and Partners for matrimonial excellence. He combines trial experience with negotiation skills to resolve high-stakes divorce and custody matters in Central Ohio.
Amanda A. Smith
Associate Attorney
Fluent in Spanish and Russian, Amanda specializes in custody litigation and child support cases. A Super Lawyers Rising Star recipient, she focuses on protecting client interests while navigating Ohio's family court system effectively.
Brian B. Johnson
Senior Counsel
Brian handles complex family law matters including high-asset divorces and appellate cases. With experience in multifaceted litigation, he provides strategic guidance for clients facing intricate legal challenges in Central Ohio.
Lauren S. Rodriguez
Associate Attorney
Lauren focuses on domestic violence cases and protective orders, offering compassionate representation for vulnerable clients. She serves as an adjunct professor at Capital University Law School and volunteers with legal aid organizations.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, custody, spousal support, high-net-worth cases, civil solutions, and domestic violence matters with personalized legal strategies.
How are child custody decisions made?
We prioritize children's best interests while establishing parenting plans that address visitation rights and decision-making responsibilities through negotiation or litigation.
Do you offer initial consultations?
Yes, we provide reduced-fee initial consultations to discuss your case and develop a tailored legal strategy during our first meeting.
Can you handle complex asset division?
Our attorneys specialize in high-net-worth divorce cases involving business valuations, tax implications, and complex property division challenges.
What emergency services are available?
We provide immediate assistance for domestic violence cases through protective orders and emergency custody modifications with 24/7 hotline support.
How long does divorce take in Ohio?
Timelines vary based on agreement complexity and court schedules. Our attorneys will provide case-specific estimates during your initial consultation.
