team-member

Gregory Harvey

Bellefontaine, OH

Licensed for 8 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

Jacob A. Estes concentrates his areas of practice to criminal law, domestic relations, estate planning and all areas of probate. Jacob has over twenty years of experience working in the criminal justice system and he is passionate about helping others during their time of need. He spent ten years as a State Parole Officer prior to becoming an attorney and he has worked as a Juvenile Probation Officer and Juvenile Detention Officer. Jacob is also an Adjunct Instructor with The Ohio State University. Jacob is a native of Lima, Ohio and graduated from Pilgrim Christian School in 1996. He completed his Associates Degree in Corrections at the Lima Technical College (now James A. Rhodes State College) in 1999. In 2001, he graduated with honors from the University of Cincinnati with a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice. In 2013, he graduated with honors from Capital University Law School. He is a partner at the MacGillivray, Estes & Harvey, LLP in Bellefontaine, Ohio. Jacob resides in West Liberty, Ohio with his wife and three children.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Family

DUI and DWI

Probate

Language

English

Contact

Macgillivray, Estes & Harvey, LLP325 N Main StBellefontaine, OH, 43311-2290325 N Main StBellefontaine, OH, 43311-2290

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Courtney
March 3, 2022

Hands down the best attorney. He explained things to me so I understood and was always on top of everything. Not once did I ever feel like he didn't want to help. If I ever need an attorney again I will always go to Jacob.

Tyler
February 11, 2022

I hired Mr. Jacob Estes based off of his record and personality. I had contacted a few different lawyers for my case and he was the first one willing to actually talk with me as a person and not a potential client. He was understanding about what I went through, and kept contact with me all the way through the end. He was able to secure the outcome of the case I preferred, while always communicating facts not promises. If I were to ever need another lawyer, he would be my pick.

anonymous
December 29, 2021

Jacob Estes is the best attorney there is. He is straight forward and tells you like it is. He is dependable, caring, listens, asks questions, and takes lots of notes. Jacob stays up on the progress of your case and keeps you informed of that progress. He returns your phone calls promptly, He is well informed on the law. Jacob was there for us start to finish when we needed help and did not know where to turn. Jacob Estes is just the best you can get.

Ben
November 9, 2021

Very pleasant experience with Jacob and Gregory. listened to what I wanted and my expectations, and explained the process very well to me and we received great results.

Tiffany
November 5, 2021

Attorney Jacob Estes was extremely kind, professional and accommodating. When I reached out to his office he was very transparent and straight forward with me about many things from the beginning. And although he usually, very rarely takes on cases for the county in which I reside but he made an exception for me and I am thankful he did. My case went on for a year and he was patient with the process, took on things the other Attorney should have and didn't complain. I would recommend him to any of my friends and family.

anonymous
October 11, 2021

(2) F2’s (2)F5’s against me and my fiancé so looking at 18 years. All charges dismissed. Went from 250,000 bond on just me to OR bond… Win! A separation order gone… Win! Finally everything dismissed Win! We won ever hearing we went to! He is very detail orientated, brutally honest, and truly cares about his clients. Just a fantastic guy in general. I’m not saying every case will be as successful as mine but if you want a shot and if you need a hope in your life then call Jacob.

Ginger
September 1, 2021

I needed an attorney and saw great reviews for Jacob Estes on AAVO. I was able to get an appointment quickly and had an overall great experience with his staff. Jacob is very personable, confident, and put me at ease right away. I felt that he was honest about what my options were and that he would tell me if I didn't have a good chance for the outcome I wanted. He also moved quickly and filed motions right away (and when he said he would). I would recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney for any of the areas he specializes in.

anonymous
May 24, 2021

Thank you, Jacob Estes, for your excellent representation!! Your attention to detail, creativity and willingness to work with me at my level of legal understanding was invaluable. You always maintained fairness and honesty in negotiations. Thank you, thank you!!

Justin
April 18, 2021

I know attorneys. Been there, Done that. Jacob is an amazing man and just as impressive of an attorney. I wish I knew him years ago but no one can change the past. He's a fighter and he is also respectable. No worries he's gonna be too "Hollywood" for your case. And no worries he's a local pushover making deals on the side apart from your case. Jacob has integrity. He is a family man. He understands sometimes people in the right don't get treated right. He's seen and understood that life isn't all rainbows and unicorns. And he's fair. You won't catch him padding his bills.i don't know his upbringing. But he seems to come from a working class background. Sure, getting that attorney bill is always discouraging, but knowing you are being truly and fairly represented is comforting. I'd give him more than 5 stars if I could. And to be completely honest, my case wasn't decided exactly how I wished it would have been...still I'm more than satisfied with Jacob's performance.

Thadeus
April 1, 2021

I hired Mr. Estes for a custody case. The case end with and i was more than satisfied with the results. He is very professional and knowledgeable. He definitely knows what hes doing. I would recommend Mr. Estes to anyone in need for an attorney.

Courtney
March 3, 2022

Hands down the best attorney. He explained things to me so I understood and was always on top of everything. Not once did I ever feel like he didn't want to help. If I ever need an attorney again I will always go to Jacob.

Tyler
February 11, 2022

I hired Mr. Jacob Estes based off of his record and personality. I had contacted a few different lawyers for my case and he was the first one willing to actually talk with me as a person and not a potential client. He was understanding about what I went through, and kept contact with me all the way through the end. He was able to secure the outcome of the case I preferred, while always communicating facts not promises. If I were to ever need another lawyer, he would be my pick.

anonymous
December 29, 2021

Jacob Estes is the best attorney there is. He is straight forward and tells you like it is. He is dependable, caring, listens, asks questions, and takes lots of notes. Jacob stays up on the progress of your case and keeps you informed of that progress. He returns your phone calls promptly, He is well informed on the law. Jacob was there for us start to finish when we needed help and did not know where to turn. Jacob Estes is just the best you can get.

Ben
November 9, 2021

Very pleasant experience with Jacob and Gregory. listened to what I wanted and my expectations, and explained the process very well to me and we received great results.

Tiffany
November 5, 2021

Attorney Jacob Estes was extremely kind, professional and accommodating. When I reached out to his office he was very transparent and straight forward with me about many things from the beginning. And although he usually, very rarely takes on cases for the county in which I reside but he made an exception for me and I am thankful he did. My case went on for a year and he was patient with the process, took on things the other Attorney should have and didn't complain. I would recommend him to any of my friends and family.

anonymous
October 11, 2021

(2) F2’s (2)F5’s against me and my fiancé so looking at 18 years. All charges dismissed. Went from 250,000 bond on just me to OR bond… Win! A separation order gone… Win! Finally everything dismissed Win! We won ever hearing we went to! He is very detail orientated, brutally honest, and truly cares about his clients. Just a fantastic guy in general. I’m not saying every case will be as successful as mine but if you want a shot and if you need a hope in your life then call Jacob.

Ginger
September 1, 2021

I needed an attorney and saw great reviews for Jacob Estes on AAVO. I was able to get an appointment quickly and had an overall great experience with his staff. Jacob is very personable, confident, and put me at ease right away. I felt that he was honest about what my options were and that he would tell me if I didn't have a good chance for the outcome I wanted. He also moved quickly and filed motions right away (and when he said he would). I would recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney for any of the areas he specializes in.

anonymous
May 24, 2021

Thank you, Jacob Estes, for your excellent representation!! Your attention to detail, creativity and willingness to work with me at my level of legal understanding was invaluable. You always maintained fairness and honesty in negotiations. Thank you, thank you!!

Justin
April 18, 2021

I know attorneys. Been there, Done that. Jacob is an amazing man and just as impressive of an attorney. I wish I knew him years ago but no one can change the past. He's a fighter and he is also respectable. No worries he's gonna be too "Hollywood" for your case. And no worries he's a local pushover making deals on the side apart from your case. Jacob has integrity. He is a family man. He understands sometimes people in the right don't get treated right. He's seen and understood that life isn't all rainbows and unicorns. And he's fair. You won't catch him padding his bills.i don't know his upbringing. But he seems to come from a working class background. Sure, getting that attorney bill is always discouraging, but knowing you are being truly and fairly represented is comforting. I'd give him more than 5 stars if I could. And to be completely honest, my case wasn't decided exactly how I wished it would have been...still I'm more than satisfied with Jacob's performance.

Thadeus
April 1, 2021

I hired Mr. Estes for a custody case. The case end with and i was more than satisfied with the results. He is very professional and knowledgeable. He definitely knows what hes doing. I would recommend Mr. Estes to anyone in need for an attorney.

Courtney
March 3, 2022

Hands down the best attorney. He explained things to me so I understood and was always on top of everything. Not once did I ever feel like he didn't want to help. If I ever need an attorney again I will always go to Jacob.

Tyler
February 11, 2022

I hired Mr. Jacob Estes based off of his record and personality. I had contacted a few different lawyers for my case and he was the first one willing to actually talk with me as a person and not a potential client. He was understanding about what I went through, and kept contact with me all the way through the end. He was able to secure the outcome of the case I preferred, while always communicating facts not promises. If I were to ever need another lawyer, he would be my pick.

anonymous
December 29, 2021

Jacob Estes is the best attorney there is. He is straight forward and tells you like it is. He is dependable, caring, listens, asks questions, and takes lots of notes. Jacob stays up on the progress of your case and keeps you informed of that progress. He returns your phone calls promptly, He is well informed on the law. Jacob was there for us start to finish when we needed help and did not know where to turn. Jacob Estes is just the best you can get.

Ben
November 9, 2021

Very pleasant experience with Jacob and Gregory. listened to what I wanted and my expectations, and explained the process very well to me and we received great results.

Tiffany
November 5, 2021

Attorney Jacob Estes was extremely kind, professional and accommodating. When I reached out to his office he was very transparent and straight forward with me about many things from the beginning. And although he usually, very rarely takes on cases for the county in which I reside but he made an exception for me and I am thankful he did. My case went on for a year and he was patient with the process, took on things the other Attorney should have and didn't complain. I would recommend him to any of my friends and family.

anonymous
October 11, 2021

(2) F2’s (2)F5’s against me and my fiancé so looking at 18 years. All charges dismissed. Went from 250,000 bond on just me to OR bond… Win! A separation order gone… Win! Finally everything dismissed Win! We won ever hearing we went to! He is very detail orientated, brutally honest, and truly cares about his clients. Just a fantastic guy in general. I’m not saying every case will be as successful as mine but if you want a shot and if you need a hope in your life then call Jacob.

Ginger
September 1, 2021

I needed an attorney and saw great reviews for Jacob Estes on AAVO. I was able to get an appointment quickly and had an overall great experience with his staff. Jacob is very personable, confident, and put me at ease right away. I felt that he was honest about what my options were and that he would tell me if I didn't have a good chance for the outcome I wanted. He also moved quickly and filed motions right away (and when he said he would). I would recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney for any of the areas he specializes in.

anonymous
May 24, 2021

Thank you, Jacob Estes, for your excellent representation!! Your attention to detail, creativity and willingness to work with me at my level of legal understanding was invaluable. You always maintained fairness and honesty in negotiations. Thank you, thank you!!

Justin
April 18, 2021

I know attorneys. Been there, Done that. Jacob is an amazing man and just as impressive of an attorney. I wish I knew him years ago but no one can change the past. He's a fighter and he is also respectable. No worries he's gonna be too "Hollywood" for your case. And no worries he's a local pushover making deals on the side apart from your case. Jacob has integrity. He is a family man. He understands sometimes people in the right don't get treated right. He's seen and understood that life isn't all rainbows and unicorns. And he's fair. You won't catch him padding his bills.i don't know his upbringing. But he seems to come from a working class background. Sure, getting that attorney bill is always discouraging, but knowing you are being truly and fairly represented is comforting. I'd give him more than 5 stars if I could. And to be completely honest, my case wasn't decided exactly how I wished it would have been...still I'm more than satisfied with Jacob's performance.

Thadeus
April 1, 2021

I hired Mr. Estes for a custody case. The case end with and i was more than satisfied with the results. He is very professional and knowledgeable. He definitely knows what hes doing. I would recommend Mr. Estes to anyone in need for an attorney.