Cincinnati’s Top Estate Planning & Probate Lawyer
Partner in the law firm of Barron Peck Bennie & Schlemmer, a law firm serving greater Cincinnati, Ohio and Southwest Ohio.
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David Lefton is very efficient, friendly, and helpful. We have done our wills with David several times, updating information as our kids get older. I've recommended David before to friends.
Connie SpringerMarch 26, 2024
Ratings & Accreditations
David proudly served as the 2021-2022 President of the Ohio State Bar Association & is a partner at the law firm of Barron Peck Bennie & Schlemmer.
2022 Winner of Make a Difference Award
David proudly recieved the 2022 Difference Maker Award from the American Bar Association. This award honors an attorney living or deceased who made a significant contribution to the legal profession through service to the profession (i.e. frequent activities in bar associations, committees and services).
I want you to know…
I devote the vast majority of my law practice to estate planning, probate, and trust administration. This focused commitment allows me to deliver the highest level of service possible. I help clients protect, and ultimately distribute, their hard-earned assets through estate planning.
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Do you need a will?
Creating a will can be a loving act, giving you peace of mind that you are saving your heirs both time and trouble. If you do not have a will, the probate court will rely on the state’s intestate law to figure out how, and to whom, your assets should be distributed. There are many ways to protect your assets for your loved ones, having a will is the first step.
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Estate Planning
Last Will & Testament
Living Trust
Probate & Trust Admin
“David was outstanding to work with. He is smart, thorough and treated me with respect.”
Estate Planning Tips & News
What is Best for Your Estate Plan: A Will or Trust
This article from Forbes, written by Bob Carlson was published on 6/25/23 online. It's a basic primer on wills and trusts which can be helpful if you find yourself unsure what you need. "There are two tools available for passing the bulk of your financial legacy. The...
An Estate Planning Check List for Your Peak Earning Years
Have you reached your peak earning years? For most, that period is usually between ages 40 and 55. It is also the time for many that they've never been busier. A demanding career, family responsibilities, and more can feel overwhelming. Maybe you've got kids in...
Most Small Business Owners Don’t Want Their Kids to Inherit and Run Their Business
Contrary to what may be popular belief, research shows most small business owners don’t want to pass the business on to their children. I found this article interesting; I hope you do too. I found it online at CPA Practice Advisor on 6/20/23. Isaac M. O’Bannon wrote...
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