James R. Schimanski, experienced Child Custody, Child Support attorney in Cincinnati, OH with 11 reviews
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James R. Schimanski

119 East Court Street, Cincinnati, OH

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Mark

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29 Mar, 2024
Jim helped me with a DWI case. He was very professional and explained everything as this was my first time and nervous. I can't recommend him enough
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Sherry

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26 Feb, 2023
Mr. Schimanski is one of the most intelligent people I have met in my life. It was clear to me right away that he has an immense ability to think outside of the box and welcomes the opportunity to push limits and be aggressive. Jim is not afraid to be bold and make waves. I have used his services on several cases, criminal and family with extremely successful results and have recommended him to numerous family and friends. If you are looking for a hardworking, no nonsense attorney who will fight vigorously for your rights Jim Schimanski is your guy!
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Barney

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12 Dec, 2022
I hired Jim after being arrested for a felony. He worked with me and the prosecutor and I had a very favorable outcome. I never would have been able to do this myself or listening to friends
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Pros
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Highly knowledgeable and skilled attorney who goes above and beyond to help clients win their cases
“This lawyer is highly knowledgeable and I would recommend him over any other lawyer. If you are looking to higher a lawyer, look no further! He is the man for the job!”
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Aggressive and creative in his approach, utilizing effective legal strategies
“It was clear to me right away that he has an immense ability to think outside of the box and welcomes the opportunity to push limits and be aggressive. Jim is not afraid to be bold and make waves.”
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Obtains favorable outcomes for clients, including getting evidence thrown out and avoiding jail time
“He used techniques to acquire information that was vital in helping me win my case. [...] I truly believe I would be sitting in jail as we speak away from my family b/c I was victim of an unlawful search and seizure.”
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Provides excellent service, guidance, and communication to clients
“He was very honest and straight forward with me. Took the time to answer all my questions and gave me an unbiased opionion and guidence. Was very pleased.”
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Experienced and trusted attorney, with a long history of successfully representing clients
“I have used James Schimanski for 20 years for criminal, civil, business and personal matters. He is professional and would absolutely refer anyone to him.”
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Some clients felt the attorney was more focused on pleading cases out quickly rather than fighting for the best outcome
“Is a public pretender to, my son used him on felony charges and was all about let's make a deal not in his best interest, my son never even saw his discovery packet, no witness showed up,but wanted him to plea out, with not knowing what they had against him, turned down first deal, then took the second, which he regrets now, he just wanted out of Justice center, and James just didn't care about him, So let's make a deal any deal ; right because not getting the big money on his case”
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A few clients were dissatisfied with the attorney's level of effort and attention to their cases
“I heard about James R. Schimanski and although he is not as "high profile" as a lot of other lawyers, I heard he actually will try every possible route to help you win your case. He did just that! He used techniques to acquire information that was vital in helping me win my case. My past lawyer (that I fired) informed me on what all he could do to get information and help me win and none of the techniques that Mr. Schimanski used was mentioned by my past lawyer.”

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