Scott Sylkatis

Scott Sylkatis is the founding attorney of Sylkatis Law, LLC, where he focuses exclusively on family law matters, including divorce, dissolution, child custody, child support, and spousal support. Based in Lorain, Ohio, he represents individuals and families across Lorain County and surrounding communities with compassion, strategy, and skill.

Sylkatis earned his Juris Doctor from Cleveland State University – Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in 2007, where he made the Dean’s List multiple semesters. He published a scholarly article in the Quinnipiac Law Review examining sentencing disparity in military trials. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in History from California State University-San Bernardino.

With firsthand understanding of the emotional toll domestic matters can take, Sylkatis offers a compassionate and personalized approach to family law. He works closely with clients to resolve disputes efficiently and with minimal conflict, while advocating firmly to protect their rights and secure their future.

Attorney Sylkatis assists clients with a full range of family law services, including contested and uncontested divorces, paternity matters, visitation rights, and legal separations. His firm also supports same-sex child custody cases and advises clients on the distinctions between divorce and dissolution under Ohio law.

Scott Sylkatis is deeply committed to helping families navigate life’s most difficult transitions with clarity and confidence. Whether guiding parents through custody battles or finalizing complex support agreements, he brings a practical mindset and focused advocacy to every case. He continues to be a trusted advocate for individuals seeking resolution and a fresh start in family law matters throughout Northeast Ohio.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner, Sylkatis Law, LLC
• Member, Ohio State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Ohio

Education

• Cleveland State University, Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• California State University
  Bachelor of Arts

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