Gary S. Okin
Certified Family Law Specialist, Gary Okin represents clients in matters of divorce, child custody, domestic violence, adoption and any other family law matters. Recognized as a Super Lawyer, Gary has consistently earned the highest ratings in the legal industry. Gary is admitted to practice before the Ohio Supreme Court and the United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio. Gary is a contributor to several journals and Continuing Legal Education seminars. He was one of the first attorneys to be designated a Certified Specialist in the area of Domestic Relations Law by the Ohio State Bar Association.
On a Personal Note:
Gary has been a high school Sunday school teacher for over 30 years at B’nai Jeshurun as well as a member of the professional choir. He’s an avid reader, enjoys traveling with his wife and spending time with his five grandchildren.
Areas of Practice:
Education & Admissions:
Washington & Lee University, B.A. Cum Laude 1974
Cleveland State University Cleveland Marshall College of Law, Cum Laude, 1977
U.S. District Court Northern District of Ohio, 1978
Associations & Memberships:
Ohio State Bar Association, Family Relations Specialty Board, 2012 – 2023
Lake County Bar Association, Chairman, Family Law Committee, 1997 – 1999
Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Local Rules Committee, 1995 – 1997
Eighth District Court of Appeals Judicial Conference Life Member
Lake Bar Association
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association
Ohio State Bar Association
Leadership & Honors:
Super Lawyer, 2005, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Martindale Hubbell AV-rated Preeminent
AVVO rated Superb
B’nai Jeshurun Congregation Assistant Secretary, 2002 – 2003
B’nai Jeshurun Congregation, Trustee, 1994 – 2001
