Brian Kruse, Family Law Attorney in Dayton, Ohio
Over 21 years of legal practice · 1.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratKirkland & Sommers Co., L.P.A.
Dayton, OH
Practicing family law in Dayton since 2005.
- 21+
- Years practicing
- 1.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Brian Kruse is a partner based in Dayton, OH. The practice focuses on Family Law. Brian has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirkland & Sommers Co., L.P.A.. Rated 1.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Dayton, OH
- Experience
- over 21 years
- Known for
- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Dayton, OH.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Brian Kruse: Brian Kruse is a partner based in Dayton, OH. The practice focuses on Family Law. Brian has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirkland & Sommers Co., L.P.A.. Rated 1.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Brian Kruse
Brian concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Dayton, Ohio
Brian takes family law matters in Dayton, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Brian Kruse — Over 21 years of Ohio family law experience
Brian Kruse is a partner based in Dayton, OH. The practice focuses on Family Law. Brian has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirkland & Sommers Co., L.P.A.. Rated 1.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Brian Kruse is a partner at Kirkland & Sommers, one of Dayton’s leading law firms. He joined forces with the firm in 2016, after spending the previous five years building a successful practice specializing in Domestic Relations/Juvenile/Family Law.
Since 2011, Brian’s practice has focused strictly on family law, including:
• Domestic relations;
• Divorce;
• Dissolution;
• Child custody;
• Shared parenting;
• Child and spousal support;
• Military Divorce;
• Relocation;
• Protection orders;
• Post-decree modifications for child/spousal support and custody;
• Premarital agreements; and
• Grandparents’ rights
His practice area includes Montgomery, Greene, Preble, Clark, Miami, Darke, Warren, Clinton, Mercer, Allen, Auglaize, Fayette and Highland counties.
Experience
Brian got his start in the Windy City, beginning with an internship with the Chicago Housing Authority while attending law school. After graduation, Brian remained in the Chicago area, working as an attorney at several firms including Pugh, Jones, Johnson and Quandt, P.C., followed by a stint at Momkus McCluskey.
Brian returned to his native Ohio in 2010, accepting a position as a staff attorney for the Greene County Common Pleas Court. In 2011, Brian joined the Hammond Stier and Stadnicar firm and spent the next 5 years building a successful practice focused solely on Domestic Relations, Juvenile, and Family Law. Brian became a member of Kirkland & Sommers, LPA in 2016 and has continued serving numerous client’s Domestic Relations, Juvenile, and Family Law.
Recognition and Awards
• Board-certified specialist in family relations law – Ohio State Bar Association, 2019 – Present
• Super Lawyers 2024-2025
• Super Lawyers Ohio Rising Star – 2014-2016, 2018-19
• American Association of Attorney Advocates – Top 10 Family Law Attorney Ohio 2024
• Cincinnati Magazine – Top Lawyers 2022
• Attorney & Practice Magazine – 2020 Ohio Top 10 Family Law Attorney
• Cincinnati Magazine – 2019 Ohio’s Outstanding Young Lawyers
• Cincinnati Magazine – Ohio Rising Star 2018
• American Institute of Family Law Attorneys – 2017 Client Satisfaction – Ohio 10 Best
Personal Information
Brian is originally from New Knoxville, Ohio. He is an avid sports fan and the current director of the Beavercreek STARS program, serving more than 1,400 kids. Brian is married to his wonderful wife Kristen and has three energetic children.
Professional Memberships and Activity
• Ohio State Bar Association – Family Law Section
• Greene County Common Pleas Court, Staff Attorney
• Dayton Bar Association – Past Chairman of Family Law Committee
• Greene County Bar Association – Past President, CLE Committee Chairman, Scholarship Committee Chairman
• Stanley Z. Greenberg Family Law Forum – Member
• Practitioner in Domestic Relations, Juvenile and Family Law, Boutique law firm in Beavercreek, Ohio.
• Greene County Council on Aging (Board of Directors –Past President)
• City of Beavercreek Zoning Appeals Board
• Program Director of Beavercreek STARS.
How Brian handles family law matters
Brian Kruse is a partner at Kirkland & Sommers , one of Dayton’s leading law firms. He joined forces with the firm in 2016, after spending the previous five years building a successful practice specializing in Domestic Relations/Juvenile/Family Law. Since 2011, Brian’s practice has focused strictly on family law, including: • Domestic relations; • Divorce; • Dissolution; • Child custody; • Shared…
Who Brian represents
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Dayton and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Brian Kruse's legal education and bar admissions
DePaul College of Law
J.D. · 2004
Ohio University
B.A. Active · 2001
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
Ohio
2011 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2011 · ACTIVE
Illinois
2005 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2005 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in DePaul College of Law and B.A. Active in Ohio University.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in DePaul College of Law and B.A. Active in Ohio University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Brian Kruse's office in Dayton
Brian's primary office is at 10532 Success Lane, Dayton, OH, 45458. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Brian Kruse — 1.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Brian. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing family law attorneys in Dayton.
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How to hire Brian Kruse — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Dayton, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian Kruse
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Dayton?
Brian is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new family law clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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