45+ Years
Legal Experience
About Diane Kappeler DePascale
Diane Kappeler DePascale brings forty years of extensive experience across Ohio, focusing on negotiating settlements, trials, and appeals. As a board-certified Specialist in Family Relations Law by the Ohio State Bar Association since January 2005, she expertly handles a range of domestic relations issues, including divorce, dissolution, legal separation, and annulment. Her practice also covers child custody, parenting time schedules, support, healthcare, equitable division of marital property, and spousal support (formerly alimony).
In juvenile matters, Diane addresses child custody, parenting time, support, healthcare, grandparent and other relatives' visitation rights, and cases involving allegations of abuse, neglect, and dependency. Her practice primarily serves clients in Montgomery, Greene, and Warren Counties, Ohio.
Diane has been an active member of the Ohio State Bar Association since 1981 and the Dayton Bar Association since 1982. She served as Chairman of the OSBA Family Law Committee from 2012 to 2014.
Diane earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Dayton School of Law in 1981. For more information, please visit www.DePascaleLaw.com, where you can find resources such as the "First Office Conference" and required court forms.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Ohio Car Accident Laws
Understanding Ohio's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Diane Kappeler DePascale specialize in?
Diane specializes in Family Relations Law, including divorce, child custody, and spousal support.
Where does Diane Kappeler DePascale practice?
She practices primarily in Montgomery, Greene, and Warren Counties, Ohio.
Is Diane Kappeler DePascale board certified?
Yes, she has been board certified in Family Relations Law by the Ohio State Bar Association since 2005.
What is Diane's educational background?
Diane earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Dayton School of Law in 1981.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Diane Kappeler DePascale for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Diane for a free case review



