Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Central Ohio
Dagger Law is a legal practice built on over 120 years of combined experience, rooted in the merger of two historic Lancaster, Ohio law firms. Our team of attorneys and staff are deeply embedded in the Central Ohio community, providing local, trusted, and experienced legal representation. We prioritize client needs through collaborative advocacy, leveraging strong relationships with local courts and legal institutions.Our practice areas span agricultural law, business litigation, estate planning, family law, and more, serving individuals and corporations across Central Ohio. We are committed to community growth through pro bono work, board participation, and support for local organizations, ensuring our legal services reflect small-town values with regional impact.
Services
Agribusiness Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
Business Litigation
Probate Law
Real Estate Law
Oil and Gas Law
Personal Injury
Corporate Law
Banking Law
Details
- Year established: 1902
Highlights and features
- We have over 120 years of combined legal experience in Central Ohio.
- Our attorneys live and work in the communities we serve.
- We offer comprehensive legal services across 10+ practice areas.
- Our team approach ensures access to collective expertise for every case.
- We maintain strong relationships with local courts and legal institutions.
Services
Agribusiness Law
Dagger Law provides tailored legal solutions for farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness owners in Central Ohio. Our services include farm succession planning, real estate transactions, and regulatory compliance. We combine deep agricultural industry knowledge with local community understanding to address unique legal challenges facing rural landowners.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans addressing wills, trusts, and long-term care strategies. Our attorneys help clients minimize tax burdens and ensure orderly asset distribution. Services include guardianship planning, retirement account management, and special needs trust creation for Ohio residents.
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce, child custody, and adoption cases across Central Ohio. We guide clients through court procedures while prioritizing family needs. Services include prenuptial agreements, spousal support negotiations, and grandparent visitation rights advocacy.
Business Litigation
Dagger Law represents businesses in commercial disputes, contract negotiations, and regulatory compliance matters. We assist with entity formation, mergers, and employment disputes while maintaining strong relationships with Ohio financial institutions to support business growth.
Real Estate Law
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions throughout Ohio. Services include title insurance, easement agreements, and eminent domain cases. Our attorneys represent clients in landlord-tenant disputes and land-use contract negotiations.
People
Brian D. Shonk
Partner
Brian Shonk focuses on agricultural and business law, leveraging his Central Ohio roots to serve farming communities. He assists with farm succession planning and corporate transactions.
Jeff J. Spangler
Managing Partner
Jeff Spangler leads business law matters, specializing in corporate governance and commercial transactions. He supports Central Ohio businesses with entity formation and regulatory compliance.
Norman J. Ogilvie Jr.
Of Counsel
Norman Ogilvie is a board-certified family law specialist with decades of experience handling complex divorce and custody cases across Central Ohio.
Alyssa L. Parrott
Managing Partner
Alyssa Parrott specializes in family law and estate planning, focusing on child custody and adoption cases. She serves as a trusted advisor for Central Ohio families.
Nicholas R. Grilli
Managing Partner
Nicholas Grilli handles business litigation and real estate law, representing clients in commercial disputes and property transactions throughout Central Ohio.
Questions
What areas of law does Dagger Law practice?
We handle agricultural law, estate planning, family law, business litigation, real estate law, and more. See our full list of practice areas online.
Do you serve clients outside Lancaster County?
We primarily serve Central and Southeastern Ohio, including Franklin, Hocking, Licking, and Pickaway counties.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Call 740.653.6464 during business hours or use our online contact form to schedule an appointment.
Are your attorneys licensed in Ohio?
All our attorneys are licensed to practice law in Ohio and maintain strong local court relationships.
Do you offer free legal consultations?
We do not offer free consultations, but our attorneys provide cost-effective solutions for most legal matters.
Can you help with out-of-state legal issues?
We only handle cases within Ohio due to state-specific legal requirements.
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