Law Offices of Daniel McGowan, LLC is a Cleveland-based law firm specializing in probate and estate litigation, offering experienced legal guidance to families navigating complex matters of wealth transfer and elder protection. With a practice dedicated exclusively to estate and trust law since 1994, the firm stands out for its deep focus on dispute resolution, personalized client service, and unique ability to handle cross-border legal issues in both Ohio and Florida.
The firm takes a practical, client-centered approach, emphasizing mediation and negotiation to resolve disputes efficiently while aiming to preserve family relationships and assets. With over 30 years of experience, Daniel McGowan provides direct, accessible representation, offering clear explanations of complex legal procedures. The practice is particularly valued by individuals and families dealing with fiduciary appointments, inheritance disputes, guardianships, and multi-state estate administration, especially those with connections between Ohio and Florida.
Services Offered
- Estate Planning
- Estate Litigation
- Probate Litigation
- Trust Administration and Litigation
- Will Contests
- Guardianships and Guardianship Disputes
- Elder Law
- Conservatorship
- Medicare Planning
- Fiduciary Issues (Appointment, Removal, Breach of Duty)
- Abuse of Powers of Attorney
- Undue Influence Cases
- Estate Fraud
- Creditor Claims
- Federal Estate Tax Matters
- Ohio Estate Administration
- Irrevocable Trusts
- Living Trusts
- Ohio Trust Code Compliance
- Rights of Beneficiaries
- Inheritance Disputes
- Concealment of Probate Assets
- Challenges to Family Business
- Out of State Representation in Ohio
- Spousal Rights
Serving clients throughout Cuyahoga, Lake, and Lorain Counties in Ohio, as well as representing Florida residents with Ohio assets, the firm leverages its dual-state capability and Of Counsel relationship with a Florida litigation team to provide seamless cross-jurisdictional support. The practice is committed to offering affordable, high-quality legal services with an emphasis on clarity, efficiency, and compassionate guidance.
