Mount Carmel, Ohio Estate Planning Lawyers

Jane Fink Silvers Esq
Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer.
(513) 624-6720 2750 Blackbird Hollow
 Cincinnati, OH 45244
Estate Planning, Business and Tax
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Gregory William Heimkreiter Esq
Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer.
(513) 379-7984 7171 Hamilton Hills Dr
 Cincinnati, OH 45244
Estate Planning, Business and Tax
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James Willard Carpenter Esq
Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer.
(513) 528-5788 1143 Telluride Dr
 Cincinnati, OH 45244
Estate Planning, Business and Real Estate
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Robert Lee Masters Esq
Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer.
(513) 528-1414 4760 Sandra Lee Ln
 Cincinnati, OH 45244
Estate Planning, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Elder
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Kathleen Mezher
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 33 years experience
8075 Beechmont Ave
 Cincinnati, OH 45255
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Family
University of Dayton School of Law
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Kathleen D. Mezher graduated from Miami University as a scholar-athlete cum laude in 1981 and from University of Dayton School of Law in 1984. Kathleen founded the firm in 1987 and is licensed to practice in both Ohio and Kentucky. Kathleen represents clients in cases for wrongful death, personal injury, bankruptcy and estate administration.
Timothy John Morris Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Attorney.
(513) 444-7713 7420 Jager Court
 Cincinnati, OH 45230
Estate Planning, Divorce, Family and Insurance Claims
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Morris Law LLC concentrates on family law issues such as divorce, custody and support, as well as personal injury claims (auto accidents, dog bites, and insurance claims). Call for a free initial consultation or visit the web site for more information: www.TimMorrisLaw.com
Terese Marie Wells Esq
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Milford, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 24 years experience
(513) 297-1727 726 Mohawk Trail
Suite E
 Milford, OH 45150
Estate Planning, Business, Consumer and Real Estate
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Tracy Lynn Hawkins Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer.
4030 Mt. Carmel-Tobasco Road
Suite 209
 Cincinnati, OH 45255
Estate Planning, Business, Probate and Real Estate
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Richard Paul Turner Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Attorney.
(513) 232-5888 7759 5 Mile Rd
 Cincinnati, OH 45230
Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, Business and Probate
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Barry Zimmer Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 38 years experience
(513) 721-1513 9825 Kenwood Road
Suite 201
 Cincinnati, OH 45242
Estate Planning, Business, Elder and Probate
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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I founded THE ZIMMER LAW FIRM in June 1993, to practice in the areas of Estate Planning, Estate Administration, and Business Succession Planning. My goal was and continues to be helping clients understand and de-mystify the often confusing world of Estate Planning in an ever-changing society, and to implement effective Estate Planning with minimal effort and time investment. The firm works from the belief that planning should always be driven by purpose. As a result, there are no “canned” or pre-set planning solutions. Instead, I help clients identify their goals first and then build estate and business plans based on...
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Loretta Marie Helfrich
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 27 years experience
(513) 632-5317 3573 Columbia Parkway
 Cincinnati, OH 45226
Estate Planning, Arbitration & Mediation, Civil Rights and Elder
University of Cincinnati
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I obtained my law degree in 1989 from University of Cincinnati. Prior to that I received a Masters from American University and a Bachelors and Associates degree from Thomas More College. After getting my law degree, I worked for a small firm handling all types of civil litigation including family law. After ten years, getting married and having two children, I opened my own practice. Originally I had my office on Court Street in Cincinnati Ohio. In 2008 I moved my practice just outside of downtown Cincinnati. My office is now conveniently located on...
Paul Kellogg
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 23 years experience
(513) 985-2500 9521 Montgomery Road
 Cincinnati, OH 45242
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business, Probate and Tax
University of Dayton School of Law
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Paul Kellogg is an attorney in Cincinnati with the Phillips Law Firm, Inc. Paul’s practice focuses on providing comprehensive estate planning and probate services to families and business owners, as well as serving as outside general counsel to entrepreneurs and businesses where he provides guidance and advice on a wide variety of transactions and disputes. He can be reached at (513) 985-2500 or via email at PJK@PhillipsLawFirm.com.
Christopher Thomas Laber Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 37 years experience
(513) 448-4142 3805 Edwards Road
550 Rookwood Tower
 Cincinnati, OH 45209
Estate Planning and Elder
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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I have been a proud member of the Cincinnati legal community for over 35 years. My professional career has included both public service and private practice, and a reputation as a problem-solving legal advocate for all clients, regardless of income or circumstance. I provide affordable, easily understood Simple Estate Plans, Wills, Powers of Attorney, as well as reliable Probate avoidance tools. I work with individuals and families of modest, moderate or significant means, with an emphasis on resolving the concerns of the elderly. I believe that everyone deserves the peace of mind that comes with...
Joseph Candito Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 30 years experience
(513) 891-5666 9403 Kenwood Rd
Suite A-106
 Cincinnati, OH 45242
Estate Planning, DUI, Divorce and Probate
University of Dayton School of Law
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For over 28 years, Joseph Candito has been providing effective and compassionate legal representation to individuals and families in Hamilton, Clermont, Butler and Warren Counties. My primary practice is in Probate, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Criminal, and Family Law; and have experience in a wide variety of legal issues including but not limited to Small Business Incorporation, Residential Real Estate Practice and Personal Injury matters. We are a full service general practice firm.
Joseph Jaap
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 27 years experience
(513) 533-2037 3074 Madison Road
 Cincinnati, OH 45209
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Divorce, Probate and Real Estate
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
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Joe is from Cincinnati, served as an officer in the US Navy, worked as an engineer, and has been providing legal services for 27+ years to families and small business owners in the areas of real estate and construction, landlords, tenants, condominium and homeowner associations, business contracts, trademarks, and family law matters including wills and estate planning, divorce, dissolution, and custody.
Eric David Bender Esq
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Blue Ash, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 25 years experience
(513) 891-5630 9764 Kenwood Rd
 Blue Ash, OH 45242
Estate Planning, Divorce, Family and Probate
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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I am a solo practitioner in Blue Ash, in northeastern Hamilton County. With over 20 years’ experience, most as a solo attorney, I have handled a wide range of legal matters. I have lectured at several professional seminars in domestic relations and probate issues. I am comfortable practicing in multiple Ohio counties.
Stephen King Esq
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Montgomery, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 20 years experience
(513) 793-2353 9370 Main Street
Suite A
 Montgomery, OH 45242
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Divorce and Family
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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Stephen King was born in Roswell, New Mexico. He received his bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering in 1985 from Wright State University, and spent a decade working in the field of engineering. He was a Licensed Professional Engineer, and holds two U.S. Patents. He received his law degree in 1996 from the University of Cincinnati, and was admitted to the Ohio Bar in 1996. Stephen has argued before the First District Court of Appeals, the Twelfth District Court of Appeals, and the Ohio Supreme Court. Stephen is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association, the Cincinnati Bar Association, the...
Richard Aaron Maus Esq
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Batavia, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 13 years experience
(513) 732-6287 202 East Main Street
 Batavia, OH 45103
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Criminal, Divorce and Family
Ohio Northern University
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Stephen Kinnear Shaw Esq
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Madeira, OH Estate Planning Attorney.
(513) 561-2400 7843 Laurel Avenue
 Madeira, OH 45243
Estate Planning, Business, Elder and Insurance Claims
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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David Kerr Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 43 years experience
(800) 621-1505 455 Delta Avenue
Suite 102
 Cincinnati, OH 45226
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Elder, Health Care and Probate
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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I graduated in 1970 with a pharmacy degree and then with a law degree in 1973. I taught Pharmacy Law and business law at the Un of Cincinnati Coll of Pharmacy as an adjunct Prof for 25 years. I practiced law generally in business real estate, title work and estate and probate matters. I have had experience before the Board of Pharmacy and other Administrative agencies and 501 c 3 matters.
Jerry Rhea Howard Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 17 years experience
(513) 322-7000 3962 Red Bank Road
 Cincinnati, OH 45227
Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, Business and Elder
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University
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Mr. Elliott Stapleton Esq.
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 9 years experience
(513) 334-0099 123 Boggs Lane
1st floor
 Cincinnati, OH 45246
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business, Elder and Probate
University of Louisville
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Elliott Stapleton is an attorney based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Elliott's focus is on two primary areas: Estate Planning and Business Law. Estate Planning services include drafting a Will, Living Will, Power of Attorney, Living Trust, Irrevocable Trust, and other inheritance documents. These services also pertain to Elder law and addressing questions on Medicaid and probate avoidance. Find out more about Estate Planning and Probate at www.ohio-estate-planning.com. As a Cincinnati Probate Lawyer Elliott Stapleton supports clients during the Estate Administration process. This includes filing Estate Tax returns, advising on asset distributions, and Will contest disputes. Elliott Stapleton also advises business owners...
Daryle C. Tibbs
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 7 years experience
(513) 793-7544 1329 East Kemper Rd.
#4230
 Cincinnati, OH 45246
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Family, Juvenile and Probate
Capital University Law School and Xavier University
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Daryle C. Tibbs is a proud graduate of William Mason High School. She received her bachelor's degree from Miami University in 2006, her master's degree from Xavier University in 2007, and her juris doctor from Capital University in 2010. Daryle C. Tibbs received her Ohio license in May 2010 and her Kentucky license in May 2016.
Mr. Craig Thomas Matthews Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 38 years experience
(513) 512-4074 15 E 8th St
 Cincinnati, OH 45202
Estate Planning, Business, Elder and Employment
University of Dayton
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Craig Matthews has provided exceptional legal services since 1978 to clients in the area of Dayton, Ohio and throughout the United States. Craig Matthews and his lawyer associates have successfully sued and aggressively defended lawsuits involving sexual harassment, elder fraud, employment termination, toxic mold and mildew, and construction defects. Craig Matthews also has negotiated business and employment contracts and created estate plans to smooth the way for successful transitions.
(937) 434-9393 320 Regency Ridge Dr
 Dayton, OH 45459
John G Banner Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 40 years experience
1136 Clifton Hills Avenue
 Cincinnati, OH 45220
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Administrative, Business and Family
Georgetown University Law Center
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I provide my clients with direct and individual legal representation. Your matter is handled by me personally, and not by a law clerk or by a paralegal. I offer a practical approach to the practice of law which is results-oriented. Achieving the desired outcome of your legal matter is my goal, in a timely and cost efficient manner. I welcome the opportunity to be of service to you. The wealth of my legal experience will hopefully guide you through your situation in reaching a successful resolution.
Mark Edward Godbey Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 28 years experience
(513) 241-6650 708 Walnut Street
Suite 600
 Cincinnati, OH 45202
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Bankruptcy, Business and Criminal
University of Akron
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I am a native of Cincinnati and have been actively practicing law for over 22 years. We are a full-service law firm of five attorneys, representing clients and small businesses in a variety of matters, including auto accidents and other kinds of personal injury law, bankruptcy and debt consolidation, divorce and other aspects of family law, probate, estate planning, criminal and traffic cases, etc. We have offices in downtown Cincinnati, West Chester, Dayton and Florence, Kentucky. We offer a free initial consultation, affordable rates and payment terms. Our attorneys strive for the best legal results while also giving...
(937) 610-1800 120 West Second Street Suite 1600
 Dayton, OH 45402
(513) 777-1701 8050 Beckett Center Dr. Suite 322
 West Chester, OH 45069
Beverly A Stull
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 5 years experience
(513) 324-4183 3805 Edwards Road, Suite 550
 Cincinnati, OH 45209
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Elder and Probate
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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I have the experience to help you settle the estate of a loved one, guide you through Medicaid planning and application, or help you plan for your own times of incapacity or death. I also have the patience and understanding to guide you with compassion during difficult times. With offices in Blue Ash, Hyde Park, and West Chester, I can meet where it is convenient for you.
(513) 324-4183 9078 Union Centre Blvd, Suite 350
 West Chester, OH 45069
(513) 324-4183 4555 Lake Forest Drive, Suite 650
 Cincinnati, OH 45242
Nancy Rose Wagner
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Mason, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 21 years experience
(513) 336-7200 4770 Duke Drive
Suite 100
 Mason, OH 45040
Estate Planning, Business, Elder and Probate
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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From a career that has spanned the globe, Nancy Wagner has brought the breadth of her experience to her hometown, with a commitment to represent local families in their estate planning and probate needs. Ms. Wagner graduated from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 1995 and joined the Washington, DC, office of Fried, Frank. Her practice there encompassed a wide range of government contracts litigation and counseling as well as white collar criminal defense and investigations. From there, Ms. Wagner joined Experience Works, Inc. of Arlington, VA, as Associate General Counsel, assisting the $100M non-profit...
Mr. Alexander F Linser
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Mason, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 6 years experience
5240 Socialville Foster Rd.
 Mason, OH 45040
Estate Planning, Administrative, Arbitration & Mediation and Business
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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We offer consistently high-quality legal counsel, proactive strategies and legal solutions for large and small businesses or individuals in Ohio and other states. We handle suits and arbitrations, insurance and business disputes, corporate formations, contract drafting, transactions, and other matters.
Yanky Perelmuter
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 2 years experience
(513) 913-9545 10901 Reed Hartman Hwy
Suite 108
 Cincinnati, OH 45242
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business, Immigration and Probate
Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University
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Jonathan T Dever Esq
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West Chester, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 15 years experience
(877) 464-5297 9146 Cincinnati-Columbus Rd
 West Chester, OH 45069
Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, Business and Probate
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Jordan Arielle D'Addario
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Attorney.
(513) 793-7544 1329 East Kemper Road
Suite 4230
 Cincinnati, OH 45246
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Divorce, Family and Juvenile
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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Jordan is an Associate Attorney focusing on family law at Tibbs Law Office, located in Cincinnati. Her areas of practice include estate planning, prenuptial agreements, dissolution, divorce, collaborative divorce, visitation, child custody, child support, post-decree matters, and domestic violence/civil protection orders. She practices in the counties of Hamilton, Warren, Butler, and Clermont. To learn more about Jordan and Tibbs Law Office, please visit www.tibbslawoffice.com. To schedule a free thirty-minute consultation with Jordan, please call (513) 793-7544.
Eduardo Campos Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 10 years experience
(513) 721-4529 312 Walnut Street
1600 Scripps Center
 Cincinnati, OH 45202
Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, Divorce and Family
Syracuse University College of Law
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Michael Joseph Bergmann Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 34 years experience
(513) 385-5574 6020 Cheviot Rd
 Cincinnati, OH 45247
Estate Planning, Business, Elder and Probate
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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All law firms are not the same. Firms vary in size, areas of practice, office location, and name recognition. Those differences between them are obvious. But other differences are less apparent and infinitely more important. Those differences include: the quality of their work; the ethics of the attorneys; the reasonableness of their fees; and the way they treat their clients. Few law firms offer their clients what they want and deserve in each of those regards. We believe that our law firm stands out because it can and does.
Eileen Kay Field Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 34 years experience
(513) 684-9000 36 East Seventh Street
Suite 2020
 Cincinnati, OH 45202
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Bankruptcy and Business
University of Cincinnati College of Law
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Bankruptcy can be a complex and stressful process. I offer over 30 years of bankruptcy experience to help guide clients through the process with knowledge and compassion. Whether you are facing a foreclosure, a repossession, a garnishment, a lawsuit, or collection calls and letters, please contact my office to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your options for filing bankruptcy.
(513) 684-9000 1004 North University Blvd.
 Middletown, OH 45042
(513) 684-9000 3991 Hamilton Middletown Road
Suite U
 Hamilton, OH 45011
Thomas Charles James Jr
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Mason, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 25 years experience
(513) 229-8080 5240 Socialville Foster Rd
 Mason, OH 45040
Estate Planning, Agricultural, Arbitration & Mediation and Business
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Kristine L Tammaro
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Mason, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 21 years experience
(513) 466-8307 991 Reading Road Suite 7
 Mason, OH 45040
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Divorce, Family and Probate
New England Law | Boston
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After graduating New England School of Law, magna cum laude, Kristine clerked for a year with the Massachusetts Superior Court, and then joined the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office as an Assistant District Attorney primarily in the Appellate Unit. During her 4 year tenure at the District Attorney’s Office, Kristine argued more than 60 cases before the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court and Massachusetts Appeals Court. Kristine then spent 2 years as Agency Counsel for the Massachusetts Parole Board where she specialized in civil litigation and employment law. An experienced litigator, Kristine has a general practice representing both individual and business...
Kimberly Varney Thomas
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 25 years experience
(513) 579-2323 810 Sycamore St.
First Floor
 Cincinnati, OH 45202
Free ConsultationEstate Planning, Business, Family and Juvenile
Northern Kentucky University
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I am dedicated to providing individual and personal support to consumers and businesses struggling to resolve their legal issues with creditor, repair and correct credit report issues. Also, helping families with their estate planning needs. Debt Settlement Credit Repair and Corrections Estate Planning GAL Business formation
Christopher J. Bernard
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Maineville, OH Estate Planning Lawyer. 25 years experience
(513) 769-9396 513 Weeping Willow Lane
 Maineville, OH 45039
Estate Planning, Criminal, Landlord Tenant and Probate
The University of Toledo College of Law
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Joseph Mark Luken Esq
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Cincinnati, OH Estate Planning Attorney. 27 years experience
(513) 886-3017 Cincinnati, OH 45236
Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, Elder and Probate
University of Toledo
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Practice focusing on Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, Probate and Elder Law for over 20 years.
(513) 984-2640 3646 Glenmore Ave
 Cincinnati, OH 45211

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