Sandground, West, Silek, Raminpour & Landers, PLC

My experience working with Peyton Stoy and David Silek has been frustrating, mainly because of communication and uncertainty about the direction of my divorce case. Peyton is polite over email, but she has not been as responsive as I would like. With David Silek, I have never received an email reply from him. That leaves me unclear about his involvement and what he is doing on my case. I also noticed reviews criticizing his manner with people, and based on my own interactions, I can understand those concerns. Divorce is stressful enough, and timely answers and respectful communication matter. Another major concern I have is that I feel like both David and Peyton's aggressive representation has backfired with the other side filing an additional case against me. It has just added to my emotional stress. It's hard to make it through a single day without thinking about this weight on my mind. I happened to read the Examiner article about David’s campaign for chairmanship of the Warren County Republican Committee. Seeing him publicly pursuing political ambitions while I have not received an email reply from him adds to my frustration. I don’t know whether his political commitments affect his availability, but as a client, I would like more direct communication over email and perhaps a check in call once a week or so. My biggest concern is that I feel I’m being steered toward a trial by both Peyton Stoy and David Silek the lead attorney without a clear explanation of what is being done to reach an agreement with the other side. My preference is to make a serious effort to work things out. I understand that settlement takes cooperation from both sides and that trial may ultimately be necessary. But the expense, time, and stress are significant, and I want to understand what settlement options have been explored, what has been proposed, and how the other side has responded. Which I never get updates on. I have no idea where the other side is on this. At this point, I don’t have enough information to understand why trial appears to be the direction we are heading. I would like more consistent responses, clarity about each attorney’s role, and a practical conversation about the options and their costs. These decisions affect my finances and my future, and I need to feel informed and involved. I’m still hoping communication improves and that we can find a reasonable path forward. I would be happy to update this review if my experience improves.

I have been working with Peyton Stoy and David Silek on a divorce n family law matter involving custody, financial issues, and litigation. Unfortunately, they're aggressive legal strategy appears to have backfired with the opposing party initiating additional litigation. While a firm approach is I think sometimes necessary for attorneys, it can also escalate conflict. In this case my legal expenses have increased and it's created a lot of emotional stress. I think a more measured approach with focused communication and negotiation would have been more cost-effective. Responsiveness could also improve. I am hearing from the other side that emails have gone unanswered and it is difficult to get ahold of both Peyton and David when trying to negotiate a settlement agreement. On a positive note Peyton is generally courteous, polite n professional over email. If it comes to the trial (which I'm hoping can be avoided due to cost and stress) I'm hoping she can handle things. David seems to be busy with other things including running for political office. I think ultimately effective divorce representation should focus on achieving favorable outcomes while minimizing unnecessary litigation, expense and emotional strain. I'm sure I'm not the only one who thinks so! The sad thing is because you put a lot of money in escrow and you are paying attorneys by the hour they really have no incentive to work with the other side and come up with a good settlement.

We worked with Ashleigh and Matt and they were amazing! Ashleigh was assigned to my niece as a GAL and took such good care of her. She walked our family through the legal process, what to expect, and was with us every step of the way. Matt was her right-hand man and took care of all the details that we didn't think about. Together they made one of the worst days in our family's life and made it bearable. My niece considers them her guardian angels since they really took into account her security and emotional well-being. If you're looking for extremely capable and kind people, Ashleigh and Matt are it!

I am deeply grateful to Brian for standing by me during one of the most difficult times in my life. Because of his guidance, I was not afraid to stand up for my rights. He gave me the confidence I needed to make important decisions, believe in myself, and move forward. His support was an important part of starting a new chapter in my life. I found the courage to continue building my own company, which has now grown and allows me to work with and serve thousands of clients. Looking at where I was when this process started and where I am today makes me even more grateful that I had his guidance. I also want to give a special thank you to Nanette, his paralegal. Her support throughout this process was crucial. She was always kind, patient, and willing to help. Beyond being a great professional, she is a wonderful human being, and I will never forget how she treated and supported me during difficult moments. Thank you, Brian and Nanette, for helping me stand up for my rights, find peace of mind, and begin a new chapter in my life. I will always be grateful to both of you, and I truly recommend Brian and his entire team.

I hired Ashleigh Landers to represent me in a criminal matter, and I could not have asked for better counsel. From our first consultation, she explained the charges, the process, and my options in plain language, and she kept me informed at every stage—I never had to wonder what was happening with my case or chase her down for updates. Her knowledge of criminal law and the local courts was evident in every conversation, and it showed in how she anticipated the prosecution's moves and prepared me for each step. Most importantly, she delivered: my case was resolved with an outcome far better than I feared when this ordeal began. Facing criminal charges is one of the most stressful experiences a person can go through, and having Ashleigh in my corner made all the difference. I recommend her without reservation.