Atty. Danielle M. Skestos

Atty. Danielle M. Skestos

With Danielle Skestos, it’s all about the kids. She joyfully concentrates her practice in adoption law, representing prospective adoptive parents and birth parents in private attorney adoptions, stepparent/relative adoptions and private agency adoptions.

Columbus Columbus 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Danielle M. Skestos at a glance

Danielle M. Skestos is a Partner based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Isaac Wiles Burkholder & Miller, LLC. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and adoption. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1999). Educated at Capital University Law School (J.D., 1999) and Miami University (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Professional & Community Activities Professional •Ohio State Bar Association •Columbus Bar Association. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • With Danielle Skestos, it’s all about the kids
  • She joyfully concentrates her practice in adoption law, representing prospective adoptive parents and birth parents in private attorney adoptions, stepparent/relative adoptions and private agency adoptions
  • Danielle also focuses on domestic relations law, representing clients in divorces, dissolutions, child custody and support matters
  • A quick study, Danielle successfully argued before the Ohio Tenth District Court of Appeals within eight months of being licensed to practice law
  • Danielle has been recognized as a Rising Star by Ohio Super Lawyers for eight years
  • Danielle’s passion for child advocacy extends well beyond her legal efforts, as she does extensive volunteer and after-hours work in a variety of community organizations focused on the welfare of children
  • Articles & Presentations Articles •Preparing for Adoption During the Pandemic, September 15, 2020 •Can the system handle soaring demand? - CQ Press, July 20, 2018 •The Opioid Crisis: Protecting Children from Addicted Parents - Divorce Magazine, March 26, 2018 •“Are children placed in foster care too often in response to the opioid crisis?, ” CQ Researcher, July 2018 •“Can the system handle soaring demand?, ” CQ Press, July 20, 2018 •“The Opioid Crisis: Protecting Children From Addicted Parents, ” Divorce Magazine, March 26, 2018 Presentations •Case Child Support and Divorce, Child Support and Litigating the Divorce, 2003 •Case Child Support and Divorce, Child Support and Litigating the Divorce, 2002 Honors •Ohio Super Lawyers Rising Stars, 2005-2007, 2009-2013 •American Institute of Family Law Attorneys Top 10 Best in Client Satisfaction, 2015

Practice Areas Explained

Danielle M. Skestos's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Danielle M. Skestos handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Child Support

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Adoption

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Danielle M. Skestos

Where is Danielle M. Skestos's law office located?
Danielle M. Skestos's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Isaac Wiles Burkholder & Miller, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Danielle M. Skestos handle?
Danielle M. Skestos focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, adoption. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Danielle M. Skestos practiced law?
Danielle M. Skestos has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Danielle M. Skestos go to law school?
Danielle M. Skestos earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
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What awards or recognition has Danielle M. Skestos received?
Danielle M. Skestos's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Capital University Law School
- 1999
B.A.
Miami University
- 1996

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1999

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