Atty. William L. Geary

Atty. William L. Geary

Delta Theta Phi. Recipient: American Jurisprudence Book Awards; Contracts, Secured Transactions; Products Liability; International Law.

Columbus Columbus 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About William L. Geary at a glance

William L. Geary is an Attorney based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Law Offices of William L. Geary, Co., L.P.A.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1978) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1979). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1978) and The Ohio State University (B.A. Shawnee, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Columbus and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Delta Theta Phi

Recipient

  • American Jurisprudence Book Awards
  • Contracts, Secured Transactions
  • Products Liability
  • International Law
  • Licensed Real Estate Broker, Ohio, 1975
  • Instructor, Business Law, Portsmouth Interstate Business College, 1975-1976

Member

  • Community Faculty Member Marion Technical College, 1994-1995
  • Franklin County Family Law Committee
  • Board of Directors, Community Mediation Services of Central Ohio, 1993-1996
  • Franklin County Common Pleas Court, Domestic Division, Mediator Accreditation Advisory Committee, 1993-1996

Practice Areas Explained

William L. Geary's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William L. Geary 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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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.

William L. Geary is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 William L. Geary

Where is William L. Geary's law office located?
William L. Geary's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Law Offices of William L. Geary, Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William L. Geary handle?
William L. Geary focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has William L. Geary practiced law?
William L. Geary has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did William L. Geary go to law school?
William L. Geary earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. Shawnee, 1974).
How can I contact William L. Geary for a consultation?
You can contact William L. Geary directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William L. Geary received?
William L. Geary's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1978
B.A. Shawnee
The Ohio State University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1979

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