Shawn Evans - Cincinnati, OH
Shawn M. Evans is a founding partner at Goldberg Evans LLC, a premier family law and divorce firm located in the Pendleton neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio. Named to Ohio Super Lawyers from 2024 through 2027, Evans brings over fifteen years of dedicated domestic relations experience, specializing in collaborative divorce, contested child custody, equitable property division, and civil protection orders across southwest Ohio.
Compassionate and Strategic Family Law Representation in Cincinnati
Experiencing a marriage breakdown or parenting dispute is among the most turbulent milestones an individual can endure. At Goldberg Evans LLC, founding partner Shawn M. Evans brings empathy, clarity, and steadfast legal strength to families navigating domestic relations transitions. Established alongside partner Trista P. Goldberg in 2019 after both honed their skills at prominent regional law firms, the boutique practice was built to prioritize direct attorney access, responsive communication, and personalized legal support for clients throughout Hamilton, Clermont, Warren, and Butler counties.
A graduate of the University of Dayton School of Law who has practiced family law exclusively since 2009, Shawn Evans has been selected annually to Ohio Super Lawyers and recognized among Cincy Leading Lawyers. When individuals seek legal representation during emotionally charged disputes, finding a lawyer who listens attentively and balances collaborative dispute resolution with courtroom readiness provides unmatched reassurance.
Collaborative Divorce and Amicable Dissolution Services
Not every divorce requires an adversarial courtroom battle. As an active member of the Cincinnati Academy of Collaborative Professionals and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, Shawn Evans excels in resolving marital dissolutions outside the courtroom. If you need an attorney to guide you through collaborative separation, key options include:
- Collaborative divorce process: Engaging an interdisciplinary team of attorneys, financial neutrals, and family specialists to craft bespoke separation agreements without judicial intervention.
- Marriage dissolution petitions: Preparing comprehensive separation agreements and navigating expedited hearings when spouses reach consensus on all terms.
- Contested divorce litigation: Advocating aggressively in Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas Domestic Relations Division when negotiation breaks down.
- Post-decree modifications: Petitioning for lawful modifications of spousal support, child custody, and parenting time when substantial changes in circumstances arise.
Child Custody, Shared Parenting, and Parental Rights
Preserving meaningful parent-child relationships is paramount. Attorney Evans represents mothers and fathers in designing workable shared parenting plans that clearly establish legal decision-making authority, residential placement, and holiday schedules. She also counsels unmarried fathers on establishing paternity and securing enforceable parenting rights, while defending against parental alienation and litigating complex interstate relocation disputes.
High-Asset Property Division and Alimony
Marital dissolution often entails intricate financial complexities. The firm meticulously evaluates marital estates involving business valuations, retirement pensions, stock options, real estate holdings, and debt obligations. Shawn Evans ensures all marital property is equitably divided under Ohio statutes while advocating for fair spousal support determinations that accurately reflect the marital standard of living.
Domestic Violence Civil Protection Orders
When family disputes involve domestic abuse or harassment, swift legal intervention is essential. Attorney Evans represents clients seeking or defending against civil protection orders under Ohio Revised Code 3113.31. She understands how emergency protective proceedings impact pending divorce and custody adjudications, ensuring rights remain fully safeguarded in and out of court.
Consult with Shawn Evans Today
Taking proactive steps in your family law matter is the first step toward reclaiming your future. If you need to hire an attorney who will guide your family with compassion and skill, contact Shawn Evans at Goldberg Evans LLC today. Reach out to the Pendleton Street office in downtown Cincinnati to schedule your consultation.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the historic arts district of Pendleton, a charming neighborhood directly bordering Over-the-Rhine (OTR).
Building Location
This is a historic, beautifully renovated three-story Class B brick office building built in 1865. The building sits directly across from the verdant Ziegler Park and near local favorites like Urbana Cafe Pendleton.
Parking Details
A dedicated, private customer surface parking lot is available directly behind the building, with additional public surface parking lots and street parking nearby.
Public Transit
Served by Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority Route 19 (Colerain Avenue); nearest stop is at Liberty Hill & Young St.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter directly through the main front entrance on Pendleton Street to access the welcoming ground-floor office lobby.