Child Custody Litigation Attorneys Serving Akron and Northeast Ohio

Serving Akron, Canton, Summit County, Portage and Medina, Ohio.

When you're fighting for custody of your child, every day can feel like a trial. You may worry about losing time, influence, or your ability to protect your child’s well-being. Whether you're in the middle of a contested case or preparing for one, the process is stressful and deeply personal. But you don’t have to face it alone.

At Hoover Kacyon, LLC, we represent parents in high-conflict custody cases with clarity, structure, and compassion. You’ll have a legal team that understands what’s at stake and works to make sure your child’s best interests are heard in court. We’re in your corner from the very first motion to the final order, helping you get to the other side with stability, peace, and your role as a parent protected.

How Custody Works in Juvenile Court

Juvenile courts in Ohio handle custody cases when parents are unmarried, when children services intervenes, or when a private party requests custody outside of a divorce. These courts decide who will care for the child, whether reunification with the parent is appropriate, or whether custody should be granted to a third party.

Juvenile courts in Ohio handle custody cases when parents are unmarried, when children services intervenes, or when a private party requests custody outside of a divorce. These courts decide who will care for the child, whether reunification with the parent is appropriate, or whether custody should be granted to a third party.

These cases can be complex, especially when multiple parties are involved or when children services is seeking permanent custody. We help you meet court requirements, respond to caseworker findings, and assert your rights at every hearing.