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Atty. Niva J. Elgin

Atty. Niva J. Elgin

Ms. Niva J.

Dayton Dayton 18 yrs experience 18 year
Call (513) 804-2309 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Niva J. Elgin at a glance

Niva J. Elgin is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, and creditor rights attorney based in Dayton, Ohio. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (2008). Serands clients in Dayton, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Niva J. Elgin is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, children law, civil rights and 9 other areas of law
  • Niva has been licensed for 18 years
  • Niva practices in Dayton, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Niva J. Elgin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Niva J. Elgin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Niva J. Elgin is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Family Law

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

Niva J. Elgin is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Niva J. Elgin is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Niva J. Elgin is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Ohio →

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 Dayton 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 Niva J. Elgin

Where is Niva J. Elgin's law office located?
Niva J. Elgin's law practice is located in Dayton, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Niva J. Elgin handle?
Niva J. Elgin focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Niva J. Elgin practiced law?
Niva J. Elgin has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
How can I contact Niva J. Elgin for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 2008

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