About Dalma Catherine
Dalma Catherine Grandjean is a attorney based in Dayton, Ohio, with an impressive career spanning over four decades in family law. Since becoming a member of the Ohio State Bar in 1977, she has dedicated her practice to various aspects of family law, including divorce, domestic violence, child custody, child support, and military divorce cases. Her experience in these areas has made her a advocate for clients navigating complex family legal issues. In addition to her family law practice, Grandjean also addresses government and administrative law matters. Her expertise includes municipal law and fair housing issues, which are critical in today’s legal field. As a shareholder and member of the Board of Directors at Altick & Corwin Co., L.P.A.—a firm she joined in 1998—she plays a vital role in advising municipalities on a range of legal matters. These include zoning, land use, property maintenance, taxation, employment, contracts, property acquisitions, public utilities, and legislation.
Furthermore, she oversees the prosecutor's office, ensuring that legal standards are upheld within the community. Grandjean's academic credentials are equally impressive. She earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Dayton School of Law in 1977, graduating summa cum laude. Prior to that, she obtained her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from the University of Dayton in 1967, also with summa cum laude honors. Her educational background laid a strong foundation for her legal career, equipping her with the skills necessary to excel in various legal arenas. Her legal qualifications extend beyond Ohio. Grandjean is admitted to practice in the U.S.
District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Multilingual, she is fluent in French and Hungarian, and proficient in Spanish. This lets the attorney serve clients effectively. Her commitment to excellence is recognized; she received the Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Distinguished Rating and the Avvo Client's Choice Award in 2021. Active in the legal community, Grandjean is a member of several bar associations, including the Dayton, Greene County, Ohio State, and American Bar Associations. She has served as Chair of the Family Law Committee and Fee Dispute Arbitration for the Dayton Bar Association.
Additionally, she is involved with organizations such as the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers, the Miami Valley Trial Lawyers. The Miami Valley Family Law Forum, where she has held the position of President. Grandjean is also a member of the International Child Abduction Attorney Network. Her office is located at 1 S Main St, Suite 1700, Dayton, OH 45402, and she can be reached at (937) 425-6022.
