Family Law

• Divorce
  An uncontested divorce is a divorce where both parties agree on each and every point related to the divorce agreement.  This is ideal because it is quicker and neither party will object to the agreement since they agreed on it.  The role of the attorney in an uncontested divorce is to make sure the divorce paperwork is drafted and provide legal advice to the client.
• Child Support
  What we used to do in Ohio for many gay couples is called a second parent adoption, which is the adoption of a child by a second residential parent who is not married to the legal parent. A second parent adoption allows a second parent to adopt a child without the legal parent losing any parental rights. Adoptive parents in Ohio have the same rights and obligations as biological parents in parenting time and child support matters.  Second parent adoption is still available in Ohio for unmarried gay / LGBT couples.
• Child Custody and Visitation
  At Wolfe Legal Services we understand that you want what is best for your child.  We also understand that financially supporting a child while addressing other expenses is a delicate balance. We can help you reach agreement with other parities concerning child support. Another hot button topic that often needs to be discussed is child custody.  When a marriage ends, many people worry that their relationship with their children will be damaged.   Wolfe Legal Services will fight for your relationship with your child, and will fight to make sure you are involved in child’s daily life.  If you need a family law attorney contact us today
• Adoption
• Premarital Agreement
  Divorce, Parenting Time, and custody battles can be emotionally draining.   We consider the needs of the whole family and the client's best interest.  Wolfe Legal Services can you help you with prenuptial agreements, finding an amicable solution, mediation, collaborative divorce, or fight for you aggressively in trial.   Whether you need a divorce lawyer or have disputes in child custody, property division, or spousal support, feel free to contact us anytime for caring advice.  If you need a Columbus Ohio Attorney for family law, please contact George Wolfe or Marcie Fronefield for a free phone consultation.
• Guardianship
  When a person is incapable of handling his affairs and day to day life, a court may appoint a guardian to be responsible for his financial and personal matters. The duties of the guardian can be complex and the process of getting guardianship can be difficult. At Wolfe Legal Services we are here to help. We have 20 years of experience as a guardianship attorney.
• Spousal Support
• Legal Separation
• Annulment

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Conviction of a crime is a serious matter that can have life-altering consequences.  Even being accused of crime can land you in jail.  When your freedom is on the line, you want an attorney that will fight for you.  George Wolfe is a Columbus criminal defense attorney with 24 years of trial experience.
• DUI/DWI
  In Ohio, an DUI, legally referred to as a OVI is a serious offense. Wolfe Legal Services has 24 years of experience as a Columbus OVI Lawyer.  If you have charged with DUI or OVI, it is important for you to know your rights. Not knowing your options can cause you lose your license, cost you money, or send you to jail or even prison.   Don’t wait, contact a Columbus DUI lawyer today.
• Traffic Violations
  I live out of state and I needed someone to represent me to contest a speeding ticket charge I picked up while in Ohio. I always hope for a best case scenario but in life you don’t always achieve this. I was prepared to take a lesser charge but George worked his magic and pulled off a total dismissal of charges. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend George to a friend, family or colleague. Thank you George for pulling off the best case scenario! Citation
• Sex Crimes
• Robbery
  We found that the caller’s “friend” is Nathaniel Brunner who was found guilty of aggravated murder, attempted murder, felonious assault, and two counts of aggravated robbery in December 2014. At the Ohio State Penitentiary in Youngstown, Brunner is currently serving 33 years for his murder and 45 years for the other crimes consecutively.
• Burglary
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  Criminal charges can be separated into three categories: infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies.  The different classifications are separated by the seriousness of the offense and the amount of punishment given to a person found guilty of the charge.
• Drug Crimes
  If you are charged with a drug crime, you need to talk to a drug crime attorney. Examples of drug crimes in Columbus, Ohio include...
• Assault
• Murder
  Unclassified felonies are the most serious type of felonies in Ohio. Unclassified felonies do not fall into a traditional category. Unclassified felonies include two types of violent crimes: murder and aggregated murder.  The penalties range from 15 years in prison to death by execution.  You can learn more about the punishments for misdemeanor crimes on our misdemeanor violent crimes penalty page.  You can learn more about the punishments for felony crimes on our felony violent crimes penalty page.
• Arson
• Forgery
• Manslaughter

Business and Corporate Law

• Business Disputes

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  Mr. Wolfe has extensive experience in probate criminal, family, and real estate matters.  He has represented over 2,000 clients in criminal, family, probate, and real estate matters.  Attorney Wolfe is licensed in Ohio, Federal Courts, and the U.S. Supreme Court.  He has also practiced Pro Hac Vice in Indiana and South Carolina.  Attorney Wolfe prides himself on precise communication and zealous representation.
• Real Estate Transactions
  Real estate transactions don’t always work out, resulting in lawsuits.  At Wolfe Legal Services we can help you.  We will draft legal pleadings and represent you at trial.  A good real estate attorney is also an excellent negotiator.   We sometimes can reach a favorable settlement before trial.

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  George Wolfe believes that every family should be able to enjoy the peace of mind and security that comes from careful planning and expert advocacy. In times of loss and death you also need an experienced advocate. If you need a Columbus estate planning attorney, please contact Wolfe Legal Services today for a free  consultation.
• Wills
  If your loved one has passed away, we can assist you in efficiently administering an estate and navigating the probate process. Probate can be complicated, stressful, and expensive. Assets in the deceased person’s name will need to be probated, and that can be a intimidating process.  If you are named in a person’s Last Will and Testament and have no idea what needs to be done, that is OK.  At Wolfe Legal Services, we offer legal representation to estate administrators and executioners. If there is a dispute regarding the validity of a will or the way the estate is being administered, we will work diligently to resolve the issue quickly and to your satisfaction.
• Trusts
  One way to avoid probate is create a trust.  A trust is a legal entity that owns the assets.  If you establish a living trust, you can name yourself the initial trustee. This allows you to control your assets and add/remove assets at will.  When you pass away, the trust distributes assets based on your wishes without going through probate court.
• Power of Attorney
  Probate can be an expensive and time consuming process.   The key to avoiding probate is careful estate planning, powers of attorney, trusts, and asset management.  Good probate attorneys and estate planning attorneys avoid probate by using various techniques to transfer the ownership of assets directly to beneficiaries upon a person’s death.
• Probate

Finance Law

• Foreclosure
  When a lender or lienholder sues an owner over an encumbered property,  the process is called foreclosure.   This process starts if there is a default on the mortgage payments or to collect payment of a lien.  The foreclosure process is very stressful if you are the borrower, and maybe even if you are the lender.  If you need the help of a real estate attorney in the Columbus Ohio area, we are here for you.