Archie W. Skidmore - Akron, OH

Archie W. Skidmore (1926–2025)

Founder (In Memoriam)

Skidmore & Associates Co., LPA — Akron, Ohio

Status:

In Memoriam — Retired from the practice of law upon his passing on October 2, 2025.

Biography

Archie W. Skidmore was the founder of Skidmore & Associates Co., LPA and practiced law in Akron, Ohio for nearly 70 years. Born in 1926 in West Virginia and raised in Akron, he devoted his life to serving the legal needs of families, individuals, and businesses throughout Summit County. Archie began his legal career in 1955 and continued practicing with unwavering commitment, integrity, and professionalism until shortly before his passing in 2025.

Archie was the recipient of the Akron Bar Association’s Distinguished Professionalism Award, a recognition reserved for attorneys who embody the highest standards of ethical practice and service. For decades, he was known for his meticulous preparation, principled advocacy, and deep respect for the practice of law.

He became a mentor to countless Akron attorneys — including each of his three sons, who proudly followed him into the profession and continue the family firm today.

His legacy endures through the continued work of:

• Eric E. Skidmore, Family Law & Domestic Relations
• Brian K. Skidmore, Real Estate & Construction Law
• Thomas Skidmore [Thomas A. Skidmore Co.,L.P.A.] Personal Injury and Business Litigation
• Spiros Vasilatos, Jr., Probate & Estate Planning

Skidmore & Associates honors his life’s work, his service to the Akron legal community, and the extraordinary example he set.

Professional Legacy

• Nearly seven decades of continuous legal practice
• Founder of Skidmore & Associates Co., LPA
• Akron Bar Association Professionalism Award recipient
• Pioneer of a multi-generational family law practice
• Respected mentor to attorneys throughout Northeast Ohio
• Known for integrity, preparation, and unwavering dedication to clients

Archie believed the purpose of practicing law was to solve problems with compassion, fairness, and careful analysis. His values continue to shape the firm’s culture and approach.

In Memoriam

Archie’s passing in 2025 marked the conclusion of an extraordinary legal career, but not the end of his influence. His legacy lives on through his children, his colleagues, and the firm he built — and through the countless families and clients he served with distinction over nearly 70 years.