About Spatz Law Group

Your family, in good hands.

A Northeast Ohio estate planning firm built on one simple idea: your family deserves a plan that works, and you deserve an attorney you can actually talk to, in plain English.

Debra & Ashleigh: attorney Debra A. Spatz and Client Services Director Ashleigh Moulder
Attorney Debra A. Spatz and Client Services Director Ashleigh Moulder of Spatz Law Group
  • Licensed in OhioSince 2008
  • Ohio Supreme CourtReg. #0083356
  • Akron, OhioServing Northeast Ohio

Our story

Why Debra built a different kind of law firm.

Debra Spatz never liked the billable hours model. When every phone call and email gets billed, clients stop asking questions. When clients stop asking questions, their attorney can’t guide them well.

So she founded Spatz Law Group to work differently. You can ask what you need to ask, by phone or email, whenever questions come up. Our focus is on educating you, so the decisions you make fit your family’s actual needs and goals.

Our relationship doesn’t end when your documents are signed. That’s when it begins. As your life changes, we help keep your plan current so it still works when your family needs it.

Debra SpatzFounder and attorney

The billable hour
  1. Every call and email gets billed
  2. Clients stop asking questions
  3. Their attorney can’t guide them well
The Spatz way
  1. Conversations, not a meter
  2. Ask what you need to ask
  3. Decisions that fit your family
  4. The relationship begins at signing

Your values and stories

More than wills and trusts.

Yes, we create wills, trusts and healthcare directives. We also guide families through probate and trust administration, and help business owners plan for what happens to their business. But your legacy is bigger than your financial accounts and belongings.

What you own
  • Wills
  • Trusts
  • Healthcare directives

Your legacy

Who you are
  • Values
  • Beliefs
  • Stories
  • Experiences
Three generations of a family laughing together outdoors

The Legacy Interview

Estate planning is more about your life than your death. Your plan can also pass on your values, beliefs, stories and experiences.

Through our Legacy Interview, you can leave your family your memories and the lessons you’ve learned, along with your assets.

The process

How working with us works.

  1. 01

    Get organized

    Before we meet, you complete an Estate Planning Questionnaire. It helps you get clear on what you own and leaves your accounts more organized than they’ve probably ever been.

  2. 02

    Learn your options

    In your Estate Planning Session, the only goal is to give you information. You’ll learn what would happen to your family today and what your choices are.

  3. 03

    Design your plan

    If you decide to work with us, we build a plan around your family, your concerns and your goals.

  4. 04

    Keep it current

    Kids grow up, assets change, and laws change. We stay with you so your plan keeps up.

The people behind your plan

Meet our team.

Debra A. Spatz, estate planning attorney in Akron, Ohio

Debra A. Spatz

Attorney at Law

Debra grew up in the Chicago area. She earned a degree in Finance from the University of Illinois and her law degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law, where she focused on corporate, securities and international law. She practiced transactional law and civil litigation in Chicago for several years before moving to Ohio to start a family.

While raising five kids, Debra stepped back from full-time practice and took short-term contract legal work. Now that her kids are all in school, she has opened her own practice to help families in her community protect the people they love. Debra lives in Akron.

“Let me help you protect the people and things you love, so they stay out of court and out of conflict.”

Debra
  • Licensed in Ohio since 2008Ohio Supreme Court reg. #0083356
  • Chicago-Kent College of LawLaw degree
  • University of IllinoisDegree in Finance

Off the clock

  • Mom of five
  • Dogs, cats & a bunny
  • Woodworking art & jewelry
Ashleigh Moulder, Client Services Director at Spatz Law Group

Ashleigh Moulder

Client Services Director

Ashleigh will be your main point of contact. She keeps you updated, answers your questions promptly, and makes sure the office runs smoothly every day. Before joining Spatz Law Group, she spent five years as a shift manager at a local coffee shop. She holds a degree in Nutrition from the University of Arizona.

  • Your main point of contact
  • Lives in Copley
  • Two cats
  • Cuyahoga Valley trails

Client reviews

What families say

  • If you are looking for a local estate attorney in Bath, Ohio, Deb Spatz with Spatz Law Group is truly exceptional. I know several people who have worked with Deb, and they consistently share nothing but positive experiences. Deb takes the time to get to know you and your story, allowing her to create a plan that brings real peace of mind for you and your family. She even offers the option to record a legacy video for your loved ones, which is an incredibly meaningful and lasting gift. Do not wait until it is too late. I highly recommend calling Deb today.

    Nycole K.

  • I’ve known Attorney Deb Spatz for over two years, and she is one of the most caring and passionate estate planning attorneys in Ohio. Deb goes above and beyond to make sure her clients are fully supported with their wills, trusts, and estate planning needs. She has a gift for explaining complicated topics in a way that feels clear and approachable, which helps families feel confident and at ease throughout the planning process.

    As a fellow attorney, I trust Deb completely and have no hesitation referring clients to her for Ohio estate planning services. She treats every family with compassion, professionalism, and the highest level of care. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and heart-centered Ohio estate planning lawyer, I highly recommend Deb Spatz.

    Jeannette M.

  • I can’t say enough great things. Thank you Spatz law Group for getting my life in order. Made it easy and understandable. Hard to do for me. Thank you ! Can’t pay enough for peace of mind.

    Shannon

FAQ

Questions about working with us

Who will I work with on my plan?

You work directly with attorney Debra A. Spatz. She leads your Estate Planning Session, designs your plan, and is the attorney who represents you. Ashleigh Moulder, our Client Services Director, is your main point of contact for scheduling and updates. She keeps you informed and answers your questions promptly, so you always know where your plan stands.

How long has Debra been practicing law?

Debra has been licensed to practice law in Ohio since 2008, under Ohio Supreme Court Registration No. 0083356. She earned her law degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law and a degree in Finance from the University of Illinois, and began her career practicing transactional law and civil litigation in Chicago. Today her practice focuses on estate planning, probate, and planning for business owners.

Do you handle probate and business planning too?

Yes. Along with wills, trusts, and healthcare directives, we guide families through probate and trust administration after a loved one passes. We also help business owners plan for who takes over and how ownership transfers. Our probate work focuses on settling estates and trusts, not courtroom disputes between family members.

What happens after my plan is signed?

Your relationship with us doesn't end when your documents are signed. That's when it begins. Kids grow up, assets change, and laws change, so we stay with you to keep your plan current. You can call or email with questions as they come up.

Get started

Out of court. Out of conflict.

With the right plan, your loved ones won’t spend months untangling your affairs. They’ll get to honor your legacy, the gift you created for them. Estate planning isn’t something you do for yourself. You do it for everyone and everything you love.

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