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Todd B. Kotler

Todd B. Kotler

Wayne County Public Defender Program
  • Divorce, Family Law, Estate Planning ...
  • Ohio
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Biography

Since 1999 I have labored to establish divorce settlements that are firm but fair and parenting-time schedules that work. Relocating and long-distance parenting plans. I resolve high-conflict situations, protective orders, and deal with parental alienation. I also have litigated a number of high value cases in both Summit and Stark Counties.

My firm also has handled a great number of high value transactions involving mineral rights, land leases and easements with energy companies. We have done joint ventures, partnerships, S corporations, LLCs, commercial and industrial developments, condominium developments or conversions and office building sales and purchases. Likewise, I have drafted construction contracts, lease negotiation and preparations, loan workouts and foreclosures as well as sale and purchase contracts.

Notably, I am among a handful of Ohio Attorneys who practice special education law. My focus in this area is on the parents of special needs children. I aid them in ensuring that these children receive the free and appropriate public education (FAPE) that each child is guaranteed under state and federal law.

Education
University of Akron School of Law
J.D. (1998) | Law
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Honors: Abramson Scholarship
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Professional Experience
Partner
Arnold, Gruber, & Haren, Ltd.
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Owner - Attorney
Todd Kotler, Attorney at Law
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Publications
Articles & Publications
ETHICS FOR OHIO TITLE INSURANCE AGENTS AND ATTORNEYS
Stark County Bar Association
PROTECTING THE RIGHTS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
National Business Institute
Ohio Special Education Law - Course Materials
National Business Institute
UNRAVELING THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES EDUCATION ACT (IDEA)
National Business Institute
E-Commerce; The Tidal Wave of Change
Akron Bar Association, Examiner
Speaking Engagements
ETHICS FOR OHIO TITLE INSURANCE AGENTS AND ATTORNEYS, Real Estate Seminar, Canton, Ohio
Stark County Bar Association
https://www.nbi-sems.com/ProductDetails/Ohio-Special-Education-Law/Course-Book/75791CDR?N=0&searchTerm=kotler
UNRAVELING THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES EDUCATION IMPROVEMENT ACT (IDEIA), Ohio Special Education Law, Youngstown, Ohio
National Business Institute
https://www.nbi-sems.com/ProductDetails/Ohio-Special-Education-Law/Course-Book/75791CDR?N=0&searchTerm=kotler
Ethics and Technology - Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Net, Legal Technology Seminar, Independence, Ohio
National Business Institute
Safety Disclosures and State and Federal Record Keeping Laws, School Safety Law, Fairlawn, Ohio
National Business Institute
Establishing the Framework of Special Education Law 2013, Fairlawn, Ohio
National Business Institute
Certifications
Domestic Relations Mediator
Supreme Court of Ohio Judicial College Training
Awards
Class of 2022 OSBF Fellow
Ohio State Bar Foundation
The Ohio State Bar Foundation Fellows are an elite group of attorneys who volunteer their time, talent, and treasure to advance the law and build a better justice system through community service efforts and philanthropic gifts to the Foundation.
Professional Associations
Ohio State Bar
Member
Current
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Stark County Bar Association
member
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Activities: Member of Family Law, Real Estate and Community Relations Committees. Co-chaired 2017 Real Estate Law Seminar
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Ohio
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
Education Law
Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
Cannabis & Marijuana Law
Marijuana Business Formation, Medical Marijuana
Energy, Oil & Gas Law
Utilities
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
  • Hebrew: Spoken
Legal Answers
Q. Will we have to sell our house in a divorce in Ohio?
A: I agree with my colleague. I would only add that the other remedy is if one of you can afford to buy out the equity of the other and perhaps refinance (depending on the interest rate you are currently paying). if you purchased it before 2021 it is likely you do not want to refinance now as the rate would likely be several points higher. Either way the only thing that forces the sale of a marital home is the finances of the parties. Obviously, if one party were to persuade the Court that a sale would better distribute the assets, this could also "force" a sale but it is not a foregone conclusion that it must happen. Your mileage will vary.
Q. In Ohio, will my wife's inheritance from her father be subject to division during a divorce?
A: In Ohio, inheritances are considered separate property (belonging solely to one spouse) unless it is comingled with marital property (belonging to both spouses). Even if something is placed into the marital account it may be clawed back, however if it can be still traced to the original bequest. You should hire a local attorney to review your matter since this is very fact specific. Good luck
Q. Seeking legal steps to regain ownership after quit claim deed transfer
A: I recommend you hire an attorney who regularly practices real estate law in the county where this property is located. Based on your question, it sounds like you may have at least two potential claims against your mother. One is for breach of fiduciary duty since she did not exercise do care with respect to the management of your property while acting as your power of attorney proxy. The other claim is going to be for a action for quiet title. Neither of these is a run of the mill lawsuit. So, you are going to want an attorney with experience in pursuing these claims. Neither of these suits are the kind which an attorney typically takes on the contingency basis, so this will cost you money up front. You may not get these fees back either. It is unfortunate that you may not be made completely whole but this is the best you can do in this circumstance. Courts typically do not award attorney fees although you may ask for them. ... Read More
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Arnold, Gruber & Haren, Ltd.
Contact & Map
Wayne County Public Defender Office
113 W. Liberty St.
Wooster, OH 44691
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