Atty. Thomas E. Meade
Thomas E. Meade is a practicing attorney at Kirkland & Sommers Co.
Domestic Relations & More Attorney · Serving Mason, OH · 19+ Years Experience
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About Thomas E. Meade at a Glance
Thomas E. Meade is a Senior Associate based in Mason, Ohio, practicing at Kirkland & Sommers Co., L.P.A.. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on family law, estate planning, juvenile, and adr. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2007), Kansas (2007), and Ohio (2009). Educated at American University Washington College of Law (J.D., 2005) and James Madison University (B.A. History, 2002). Serves clients in Mason, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas E. Meade
- Thomas E. Meade is a practicing attorney at Kirkland & Sommers Co. LPA
- He was previously in private practice at Meade Law LLC, where he was the owner and solo practitioner of a family law firm
- A native Ohioan, Tom has spent his entire career practicing in the Cincinnati and Dayton area
- Tom’s practice focuses primarily on: • Domestic Relations, • Juvenile Law, • Estate Planning, and • Mediation Although Tom currently serves the southwestern Ohio region, he is also licensed to practice law in Missouri and Kansas
- Tom is fully accredited as a mediator in the state of Ohio with specialty training in divorce and family law
- Throughout his career, Tom has demonstrated a deep commitment to serving his clients with integrity and professionalism
- His wide-ranging legal experience, particularly in family law, litigation, and mediation, has shaped him into a well-rounded and highly effective advocate
- Decades of Experience Before establishing his own firm, Tom worked as an attorney at Kroener & Hale in Milford and West Chester for nearly six years
- During this time, he gained extensive experience in General Civil Litigation, Domestic Relations, Juvenile Law, and Wills & Trusts, along with some criminal defense
- He handled cases in Clermont, Hamilton, Warren, Clinton, and Butler counties
- Prior to his time at Kroener & Hale, Tom worked as an Associate Attorney at Cordell & Cordell, where he established their presence in the Dayton area by opening an office in Beavercreek
- His practice covered primarily Greene and Montgomery counties but stretched as far north as the Toledo area
- Tom’s practice at Cordell & Cordell focused exclusively on family law, including divorce, custody, and other domestic relations issues
- Earlier in his career, Tom was with Barbara J. Howard Co., L.P.A., specializing in domestic relations and family law
- He guided clients through various legal challenges such as divorce, dissolution, and modification of parental rights or support
- His work at Barbara J. Howard also involved litigation, mediation, and collaborative law approaches
- While there, Tom developed extensive experience in appellate law case work and was an active member of the Cincinnati Bar Association while co-chairing a committee within the Young Lawyers Section
- Public Service Before beginning his private legal career, Tom worked at the U.S
- Department of Justice, Community Relations Service, as a Conciliation Specialist
- Based in Kansas City, Missouri, he had geographic responsibility for Iowa and later for Missouri as well
- As a licensed attorney in both Kansas and Missouri, he worked in both states to resolve community and civil rights disputes
- He also conducted law enforcement training on civil rights and criminal procedure on behalf of the Justice Department during this time
- Get to know Tom Tom is a lifelong Reds fan
- One of his fondest memories is attending the game with his father on September 11, 1985, when Pete Rose broke the career hit record with hit #4192
- He never misses an Opening Day
- He also cheers for the Buckeyes and Bengals
- He coaches his son’s baseball team and is active in his church and local community
- Professional Memberships and Associations • Licensed in Ohio, Missouri, and Kansas • SuperLawyers • Ohio State Bar Association • Clermont County Bar Association • Cincinnati Bar Association
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas E. Meade's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas E. Meade handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Mason.
Family Law in Mason
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Mason
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Juvenile Law in Mason
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Mediation & Arbitration in Mason
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Mason
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 Mason 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 venue, 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.
Mason Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Mason-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Mason Choose Thomas E. Meade
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Thomas E. Meade's practice in the field of family law, estate planning, juvenile, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas E. Meade brings 19+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Missouri, Kansas, and Ohio, Thomas E. Meade can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, estate planning, and juvenile, Thomas E. Meade can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Mason
A Mason-based practice means Thomas E. Meade attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Thomas E. Meade Handles in Mason
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