4 estate planning strategies for blended families
Blended families are becoming increasingly common today, with 16 percent of children in the United States living in a household with a stepparent, stepsiblings, or half-siblings. The inherent complexity of these families can make estate planning particularly challenging. Without proper planning, this entire ordeal can cause confusion, hurt feelings, or sometimes even be taken to […]
When does a vehicle impoundment for OVI happen in Ohio?
If you’re facing charges for operating a vehicle while impaired (OVI) in Ohio, it’s important to understand the consequences that await you. Like any criminal offense, a conviction for OVI will lead to fines and possibly even jail time. There are administrative penalties, such as the suspension of your driver’s license, that you may have […]
What types of events can cause a traumatic brain injury?
An accident can change the course of your life. In the moment it takes an accident to occur, you may receive injuries that permanently alter what you can and cannot do, how you earn a living and the ways that you enjoy your life. This is particularly true if you suffered a brain injury in […]
Enger, Justin D.
Justin D. Enger is an attorney at Ibold & O’Brien practicing business litigation, contract disputes, landlord tenant, collections, family law, criminal defense, and civil litigation. A Cleveland-Marshall College of Law J.D. graduate who joined the firm in 2024.
Bagley, Donald B. III
Donald B. Bagley III is an Associate at Ibold & O’Brien focusing on estate planning, probate and estate administration, real estate, business organization, and contracts. Former owner of his own law practice and former Geauga County Assistant Prosecutor.
Ibold, Dennis J.
Founding partner Dennis J. Ibold specializes in family law, personal injury, real estate, and business law and litigation. Named a Super Lawyer for 15 consecutive years and recognized by Martindale Hubbell with a BV Distinguished Rating.
Stanley, Robin L. Esq.
Robin L. Stanley, Esq. specializes in bankruptcy, probate, estate administration, guardianships, estate planning, wills and trusts, and general litigation. An Ohio Super Lawyers Rising Star and magna cum laude graduate of the University of Akron School of Law.
O’Brien, Casey P.
Casey P. O’Brien is a partner at Ibold & O’Brien practicing general litigation, criminal and juvenile law, personal injury, real estate, business law and estate planning, collections, and oil and gas law.
How does a gray divorce impact an estate plan?
It is no secret that a divorce will result in changes to various areas of your life. As you consider the terms you want to pursue in your divorce order and how you can create a strategy that will allow you to look to your future with confidence, you will benefit from not overlooking your […]
Protecting the future of your business with an estate plan
There are few things as emotionally challenging as considering what will happen after you pass away. While it can be difficult to consider your own mortality, it is beneficial to think about laying a foundation that will allow you to look to your future with confidence. This is particularly true for business owners. If you […]