News & Events

Distracted driving is a significant hazard on the roads. It is currently one of the leading causes of car accidents and moving violations, still many drivers continue to use mobile phones while driving. A recent change in Ohio law is designed to make the roads safer by holding drivers accountable for distracted driving.

Pictured here is our own Clay Crates, President of the Board at the Defiance Area YMCA, and Rich Seward, the YMCA’s Executive Director. Both worked hard on the recent Festival of Trees here in Defiance, which will help the YMCA be able to continue giving back to the community. Clay not only puts in countless […]

The Arthur Law Firm’s own Jennifer Brown was recently named a 2020 Super Lawyer in the field of Plaintiff Personal Injury Law. This achievement was obtained through her dedication to hard work and providing passionate, professional and personal attention to all of her clients’ cases.

The Arthur Law Firm proudly sponsored the winning team at the United Way of Defiance County’s 10th Annual Trivia Night! Arthur Law Firm was a part of this winning effort and will be displaying the 1st place trophy in their office for the next year!

Attorney John Vigorito has recently been nominated and appointed to the Board of Directors for the Fort Defiance Humane Society. John hopes to be able to utilize this position to help give back to the community and protect our local furry friends.

Attorney Clay Crates has been a long time member of the local Defiance YMCA board. As a part of the board he has spent countless hours planning upgrades, renovations, and events for our YMCA. Now he has been elected President of the Board and will continue doing everything he can to continue improving our community.

Attorneys Jennifer Brown and Clayton Crates accepted Board Member positions for the Defiance Bar Association. Attorney Brown (middle) is the new President and Attorney Crates (right) is the new Treasurer. Also pictured is local attorney Tim Holtsberry, who accepted the role of Vice-President.

The Arthur Law Firm has been collecting toys to donate to Christmas For Kids. We are always looking for ways to give back to the community, especially around the holidays. Hopefully, these gifts make some kids very happy on Christmas.

Attorney Jennifer Brown recently conducted a mock trial for Fairview High School students on March 8, 2018. The Arthur Law Firm would like to thank all the students who participated in the We the Jury event.

The Arthur Law Firm would like to extend its sincerest congratulations to the Defiance Boys 12 and Under “Blue” Team for their runner-up finish in the 2017 Tiny’s Dairy Barn Summer Classic. Our own Nicole Long’s son, Torin, was a member of the team that unfortunately lost the championship game in extra innings. Either way, […]

The Arthur Law Firm’s very own Dan Michel was recently involved in securing a generous donation to the Defiance Area YMCA. Dan is a member of the Capital Campaign Cabinet for the YMCA, and has been actively working to raise money for improvements to the YMCA’s facilities. Thank you for all your hard work, Dan!

Recently, the Tinora High School Mock Trial Squad finished their first ever Mock Trial season. The Arthur Law Firm helped in support of their efforts and would like to congratulate all of them for the hard work and dedication they each put into the season. Congratulations!