Debbie Kay Horton, Family Law Attorney in Solon, Ohio
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Family Law, Personal Injury, and Probate
Solon, OH
Practicing family law in Solon since 1986.
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Debbie Kay Horton is an attorney based in Solon, OH. The practice focuses on Family Law, Personal Injury, and Probate. Debbie has over 40 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Solon, OH
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Family Law · Personal Injury · Probate
- Handles Family Law, Personal Injury, and Probate matters from Solon, OH.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Debbie Kay Horton: Debbie Kay Horton is an attorney based in Solon, OH. The practice focuses on Family Law, Personal Injury, and Probate. Debbie has over 40 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Debbie takes on
Debbie concentrates on family law, personal injury, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Debbie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law
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Family Law cases in Solon, Ohio
Debbie takes family law matters in Solon, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Debbie agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Solon, Ohio
Debbie takes personal injury matters in Solon, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Debbie agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Solon, Ohio
Debbie takes probate matters in Solon, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Debbie agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Debbie Kay Horton — family law lawyer in Solon
Debbie Kay Horton is an attorney based in Solon, OH. The practice focuses on Family Law, Personal Injury, and Probate. Debbie has over 40 years of legal experience.
Debbie Kay Horton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, domestic relations, probate and 1 other area of law. Debbie received a B.A. degree from Dyke Business College in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years. Debbie practices in Solon, OH.
Debbie's approach to family law cases
Debbie Kay Horton is a lawyer practicing personal injury, domestic relations, probate and 1 other area of law. Debbie received a B.A. degree from Dyke Business College in 1980, and has been licensed for 40 years. Debbie practices in Solon, OH.
Clients Debbie works with
Debbie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law, personal injury, and probate matters in Solon and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
J.D. · 1986
Dyke Business College
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Debbie's state bar admissions
Ohio
1986 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1986 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1986 · ACTIVE
Debbie studied at J.D. in Cleveland Marshall College of Law and B.A. in Dyke Business College.
Law school and academic background
Debbie completed J.D. in Cleveland Marshall College of Law and B.A. in Dyke Business College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Debbie runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Office locations for Debbie Kay Horton in Solon, Ohio
Debbie's primary office is at Solon, OH, 44139-0261. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Debbie Kay Horton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Debbie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Debbie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Debbie's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Debbie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Solon, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Debbie
Debbie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Debbie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Debbie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Debbie Kay Horton
How much does it cost to hire Debbie for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Debbie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Debbie offer a free consultation?
Debbie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Debbie's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Debbie's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Debbie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Debbie take my case if I'm outside Solon?
Debbie is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Debbie will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Debbie?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Debbie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Debbie accepting new family law clients right now?
Debbie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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