Compassionate Counsel for Family and Protective Law Matters
Serving Lucas County and Surrounding Areas
Meet David C. Shook
Trusted Toledo Attorney
With 34 years of legal experience, I’ve dedicated my career to helping clients navigate challenging legal matters with clarity and confidence. Since beginning my practice in 1990, I’ve operated my own firm for years, briefly joining another firm from 2022 to early 2025 before reestablishing my independent practice. I focus on Family Law, OVI defense, Custody disputes, Protection Orders (DVCPOs/CPOs), Motions to Show Cause, and Divorce/Dissolution cases. My approach combines deep legal knowledge with practical solutions tailored to your needs.
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Is Ohio a Community Property State? What That Means for Your Divorce
One of the first questions people ask when facing divorce in Ohio is how property will be divided. It is a fair concern—especially when a home, retirement accounts, and long-term savings are involved. A common misconception is that all states divide property the same way. In…
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What Is a No-Fault Divorce in Ohio—and When Does It Apply?
Divorce laws can feel complicated, especially when emotions are already running high. In Ohio, however, the legal system offers a path that does not require either spouse to prove wrongdoing. This is known as a no-fault divorce, and it is one of the most commonly used…
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Child Custody for Unmarried Parents in Toledo
When parents are not married, questions about child custody can feel especially uncertain. In Toledo and throughout Ohio, the law does not assume custody arrangements in the same way it does for married couples going through divorce. Instead, unmarried parents must often take additional legal steps…
