Top Estate Lawyers Near Me in Cincinnati Area

William (Bill) Hesch is an experienced attorney who is uniquely qualified to find the best legal, tax and financial solutions for your business, your family, and you, and to give you peace of mind. His accessibility to you by phone—day or night—shows he really cares about you.. His education and experience are very unique. As a practicing certified public accountant (CPA) for over 35 years, he brings years of experience as a former Big 4 tax partner, former CFO for a $70 million privately owned company, former auditor for a local CPA firm, and a business advisor for owners. In 1988, Bill was one of the first 400 CPAs to be certified as a Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) and today there are only 4,700 CPAs in the country and only 56 CPAs in the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area who are a PFS. A PFS is a CPA who specializes in financial planning. Bill is one of the very few CPA/PFSs in the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area who are also practicing attorneys.. If you are seeking a legal solution to your business or personal problems, you may need to coordinate meetings with your attorney, CPA, and financial planner. Once you have discussed your problem with each of them, they will need to communicate effectively with each other and seek a solution that addresses all the legal, accounting, tax and personal financial issues involved. With Bill, you have each of those perspectives covered all in one person.. Bill’s expertise as an Attorney, Certified Public Accountant, and Financial Planner is further illustrated in his TV interviews on Channel 9 News. Bill has been interviewed over 25 times on various estate, tax and financial planning topics. Visit the video library on his website to see his live Channel 9 TV interviews. His peers in the legal community have also recognized Bill as a Leading Lawyer in the Trust and Estate area of Cincy Magazine in each of the past 11 years.. Contact Bill for a consultation by phone, in your home or in Bill’s office.

Whether partner Mark Jordan is creating an estate plan, preparing tax forms or helping to settle a probate issue, he always focuses on finding the right solution for his client.. "I enjoy meeting with people and solving their problems. Working directly with individuals to assist them in meeting their needs and goals is why I first pursued the field of law," he says. "I believe that the practice of law should be based on dedication to finding the right solution as efficiently as possible.". Mr. Jordan practices in the areas of estate planning, probate, taxation, insurance and business law. He is a member of the Cincinnati and Kentucky Bar Associations, and the Cincinnati Estate Planning Council.. A Cincinnati native, Mr. Jordan is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Georgetown University (B.S., cum laude, 1977) and the University of Cincinnati College of Law (J.D., 1980). He was admitted to the bar in Ohio in 1980, and in Kentucky in 1995.. Mr. Jordan is certified as a Fellow of the Life Management Institute (FLMI), a Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) and a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU).. He also has served as an adjunct professor at Mt. St. Joseph and advisor to the Cincinnati Paralegal Association. He enjoys spending time with his family. Mr. Jordan has handled numerous volunteer roles including room parent and the president and coach of the Springmeyer Soccer Association for his children.. With over three decades of experience in the field, Mr. Jordan has written over 60 articles on tax law and estate planning. In addition, he has given numerous presentations and training seminars across the nation on estate planning.. While all attorneys are professionals, very few have limited their practice to estate planning, probate, taxation, insurance and business law. Just like the medical profession where doctors limit their practices to certain areas of medicine, the legal profession has a huge percentage of lawyers limiting their practice to particular areas of the law.. After law school I decided to study the numerous courses required to achieve the FLMI, CLU and ChFC in order to further my understanding of the areas of law in which I practice, Mr. Jordan adds. While there are roughly 6,000 lawyers in Greater Cincinnati, there may be only a half dozen JD, FLMI, CLU, ChFCs.

S. Mark Mathews is a partner with Mathews & Mathews Co., L.P.A. established in 1946. He is admitted practice in both Ohio and Kentucky and before the U.S. Supreme Court and all Ohio and Kentucky state courts and agencies.  Mr. Mathews was appointed special counsel to the Ohio Attorney General in 2007 and continues in that capacity today. Mr. Mathews earned a Master of Laws (LL.M.) Degree in Business and Taxation from Capital University, his Juris Doctorate degree from Western Michigan Cooley Law School and his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from Ohio Northern University.  He is a member of the Cincinnati Estate Planning Council and is also a member of the American, Ohio, Cincinnati and Kentucky Bar Associations.

My practices is primarily in the area of estate and tax planning and estate, trust and guardianship administration.  I am an Ohio State Bar Association Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trusts and Probate Law.  In 2008 through 2012, I was named as an "Ohio Super Lawyer" in a legal publication known as "Ohio Super Lawyers" as well as being named in the Best Lawyers in Southern Ohio and The Best Lawyers in America 2010-2013.  In 2011 and 2013 I was named as a Five Star Wealth Manager.. I frequently meet with clients to formulate an estate plan which meets their specific goals for their families while also minimizing or deferring taxes, as well as avoiding the probate process.  The estate planning documents prepared by me are both complete and comprehensible.. With former background in litigation, I have developed a niche in the area of probate litigation.  I have experience representing litigants in actions involving the contests of wills, interpretations of trusts as well as contested guardianship proceedings.  I also have significant other related litigation experience including but not limited to personal injury litigation.  My litigation background assists me in the drafting of estate planning documents with an eye toward avoiding future litigation.. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Legal Administration from Ball State University and her Law Degree from Northern Kentucky University Chase College of Law, where I graduated with honors. I have lectured for the Cincinnati Bar Association and other professional and public groups on estate planning and probate related topics. I also co-authored an article concerning estate plan drafting with a focus on avoiding post death litigation as well as a recent subsequent article concerning the pros and cons of estate planning to avoid the probate process after death.  Both articles were published by a national professional publication.. I am admitted to practice law before all courts of the State of Ohio and Commonwealth of Kentucky as well as the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio.  I am a member of the Cincinnati, Ohio and Kentucky Bar Associations and also currently serves as an appointed member of the Events Committee for the Cincinnati Bar Foundation and was elected Vice President of the Estate Planning Council of Northern Kentucky. I previously served as a volunteer with the Cincinnati Association of the Blind.

Melissa Thompson Millard is an associate attorney with Barbara J. Howard Co., L.P.A., located in Cincinnati, Ohio. Melissa focuses her practice primarily on family and matrimonial law.. Licensed to practice in Ohio and Kentucky, Melissa represents clients throughout both states who are dealing with legal matters related to divorce, child custody and support, property division, alimony and other related issues. A highly rated attorney, Melissa works closely with all clients she serves, treating them with compassion and respect while advocating on behalf of their rights and best interests. Melissa was selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2017, 2018 and 2019.. In 2011, Melissa graduated with highest distinction from Indiana University Bloomington, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies and a Bachelor of Arts in French. She then attended the University of Cincinnati College of Law, obtaining her Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, in 2014 and graduated as a member of the Order of the Coif, a designation given to law students graduating in the top 10% of their class. In 2014, she was admitted to the practice of law in Ohio, and in 2015, she was admitted to the practice of law in Kentucky.. While pursuing her legal degree, Melissa was active with the University of Cincinnati Law Review, where she served as notes and comments editor, and she was a fellow with the college's Glenn M. Weaver Institute of Law and Psychiatry. She also published an article with the University of Cincinnati Law Review that discussed judicial remedies under the Hague Convention.

Land Use and Zonig | Eminent Domain | Complex Litigation | Municipal Law. Peter Koenig is a Cincinnati lawyer with over 30 years experience in litigation and trial work. He is a  result-oriented lawyer and works with his clients to get the best outcome possible.. His practice focuses on zoning, land use, eminent domain, real estate, foreclosure, workouts, bankruptcy, receivership, probate, trust and estate disputes, contracts, personal injury, commercial and other complex civil litigation matters in Ohio and Kentucky.. Peter's practice areas include:. Peter is licensed to practice in both the State of Ohio and the Commonwealth of Kentucky, as well as the following federal courts:. Peter is involved with the legal profession beyond practing law. He is actively involved with the Cincinnati Bar Association and Peter is a member in the American Bar Association, the Ohio Bar Association and Kentucky Bar Association.. A resident of Cincinnati, Peter is very involved with his community and supports many non-profits supporting the arts and culture of the city. He has a real passion for historical buildings and in particlualr, Music Hall and Memorial Hall - two beautiful venues in the historic district of Cincinnati, Over-the-Rhine.

Jonathan practices primarily in the areas of real estate and business law, with a focus in real estate and commercial litigation. He advises clients in connection with real estate purchases, sales, financing, and operation, as well as property tax appeals, receiverships, foreclosures, evictions, and condominium and community association matters.. Jonathan assists clients with various business transactions and helps clients resolve their civil disputes that have arisen within a commercial context, involving a contractual or organizational dispute.. As busy as Jonathan is growing his own practice, he finds time to be involved with a number of local non-profits, both  as a volunteer and in a leadership role.  In 2011, Jonathan participated in the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's 2011 Cincinnati Leadership Class. This prestigious Cincinnati Leadership Award is presented nationwide to a select group of individuals who have made significant contributions to their profession and community.. He also participated in the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber's C-Change Leadership Program.. Advertisement Only

I advocate on behalf of small businesses, professionals, and individuals in high-stakes litigation, employment, and business disputes. I provide peace of mind through estate and business planning. I emphasize aggressive advocacy, diligent client communication, and creative problem-solving. Let’s solve your dispute in a cost-effective and efficient manner.. I primarily practice in the areas of:. I'm admitted to practice in:. I both live and practice in Over-the-Rhine, the historic neighborhood in downtown Cincinnati, with my office dog, Ramona.

For 26 years, I have concentrated my practice in:. I have litigated, tried and argued cases before the federal courts, courts of common pleas, courts of appeals and Supreme Court of Ohio, as well as the federal court, circuit courts, and court of appeals for Kentucky and the circuit courts in Florida.

Chris Longwell practices primarily in the areas of real estate, estate planning and general business law. Chris advises clients in connection with real estate purchases, sales, financing, and operation, as well as property tax appeals, receiverships, foreclosures, leasing, Landlord-Tenant issues and eviction matters. Chris also assists clients in creating their business and developing and maintaining a business structure that matches their goals, sale or purchase of a business, funding strategies and reviewing and drafting contracts. Because Chris has spent many years as in-house counsel, his clients seek his advice as general counsel to make business and legal decisions which have long-term implications. Finally, Chris helps his clients plan for their legacy by helping them assemble a comprehensive estate planning strategy, including simple or complex trusts, irrevocable trusts including Ohio Legacy trusts, special needs trusts, wills, and financial and healthcare powers of attorney.. In addition to his legal practice, Chris is active in Milford/Miami Township. Chris is a long-time adult leader in Boy Scouts of America, serving at the local unit level as well as a three-year stint as membership chair of the Blue Jacket District, Dan Beard Council. Currently, Chris is advancement chair for Boy Scout Troop 468 in Milford. Chris is also very active in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Milford, Ohio, where he served as president of parish council and currently serves as Festival Co-chair. Chris also sits on or advises several charitable boards.Chris is Licensed in Ohio and Kentucky and a member of the Ohio State Bar Association and Kentucky Bar Association.

Carson A. Rothfuss joined Robbins, Kelly, Patterson & Tucker in 2022, where he represents clients in residential and commercial real estate matters. Carson takes a methodical approach to real estate transactions while remaining flexible and goal-oriented as he works to meet or exceed his clients’ expectations. His clients appreciate that he is a conscientious and diligent attorney who treats their legal matters like his own.. Carson approaches every real estate transaction with tenacity and attention to detail. He enjoys the independent nature of working in real estate law but is also happy to work as part of larger team in the service of the goals and objectives of his clients.. Before joining RKPT, Carson represented many of the nation’s largest lenders and financial institutions as a creditor’s rights attorney. He also has experience as a business process analyst. Carson first identified his passion for real estate while working for a title company. He then decided to attend law school to follow the family tradition. His father, brother, and sister are all attorneys.. Carson currently resides in Anderson Township with his wife and two children. When he is not working, you can find him coaching youth sports as a volunteer with Anderson Youth Football and a coach in the Flying Squirrels basketball program. He also enjoys golf and skiing and is a proud fan of the Cincinnati Reds and Bengals.

Business, real estate and estate planning lawyer, my representation also includes corporate and commercial litigation.. My practice focuses on the areas of business law, real estate, personal injury and estate planning and administration. His representation includes corporate litigation, commercial transactions, and successful litigation in all Ohio courts, including the Ohio Supreme Court, and circuit courts in Kentucky.

Brenon R. Russell joined Robbins, Kelly, Patterson & Tucker in 2024, where he focuses his practice on personal planning, estate planning, and trust and estate administration, with a particular emphasis on elder law and taxable estate planning. Before joining RKPT, Brenon worked at a large local firm, smaller firms in Central Ohio and as a federal judicial clerk for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky.. Brenon takes a client-centric approach to practicing law. He invests time early on in a relationship to fully understand his client’s goals and builds options to achieve those goals. Then, he works with the client to prepare a plan that will best serve their unique needs. Whether helping a high net-worth family minimize estate tax liability or helping a family plan for current or future options for long-term care, his goal is to maximize savings, plan for the future, and pass on a legacy to future generations. Brenon’s clients find that he is empathetic, can connect with anyone, and is honored to help families find creative solutions to complex problems they thought were unsolvable. He can ease tension in a challenging situation and help clients minimize the stress that may come with discussing and making decisions about planning for the later stages of life.. Family is the center of Brenon’s world. He and his wife had three children in the space of four years, and all their names, including the family dog Bernard, begin with the letter “B.” When he is not working, you can find Brenon watching or playing just about any sport, supporting the Conner High School Baseball team and Thomas More University, and attending and serving at Seven Hills Church. He also spends much of his time with his huge extended family, usually on a golf course or anywhere he can enjoy a sip or two of bourbon.

Bob Buechner is a Cincinnati attorney, financial consultant, author and speaker with over 30 years experience in the estate planning area. He focuses his legal practice on creating value for his clients by assisting with tax savings, wealth building, and asset protection. Bob has also been very involved in corporate law matters and has been the leading attorney in some very significant business acquisitions and sales. Bob is licensed to practice in Ohio, Florida and Kentucky and in the United States Tax Court.His practice areas include: - Estate planning,- Tax planning,- Elder Law,- Business and Corporate Law, - Probate, and - Charitable Giving.Specialties: Ohio State Bar Association Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust, and Probate Law.. Bob is active in his community and coaches basketball at a local high school, teaching diversity and leadership skills to his players.. I invite you to contact me. Contacting me does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not include any confidential information in your communications. I encourage you to visit my website or call me at. Thank you for reaching out to me.

Andy's practice is concentrated in corporate, real estate, health care and finance law. Andy handles a variety of matters including mergers, acquisitions and dispositions, commercial real estate, financing transactions and business organization and succession planning.He also represents a number of health care providers in such areas as sales of physician practices to hospitals, establishment of ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers and other ancillary service providers, managed care contracting, and regulatory compliance.. Andy is listed in Woodward/White's Best Lawyers in America® and has been recognized multiple times by Law & Politics Media, Inc., as an Ohio Super Lawyer®.. Active in a number of community organizations, Andy is a member of the Board of Governors of Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion, serves as a member of its Executive Committee and chairs its Audit Committee and New Way Forward Implementation Task Force. Andy is also President-Elect of the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, in addition to being a member of its Board of Trustees and Executive Committee. Andy is a Past President of the Isaac M. Wise Temple and formerly served on the Board of Hillel at the University of Cincinnati.. Andy enjoys golf, tennis, playing guitar in a band, and travel.

Andrew C. Emmert is a partner in the real estate, corporate and business organizations and taxation practice groups at DBL Law. Mr. Emmert provides general counsel services to individuals and privately-held businesses in a wide range of industries, and to real estate owners, investors, tenants and developers.. Drew concentrates his practice in general business matters, real estate and construction, probate, estate planning and intellectual property matters. His business practice focuses on all aspects of corporate, limited liability company and partnership law, including purchases and sales of businesses, business entity selection and formation, financing arrangements, contracts, commercial transactions, employment law and business succession planning. Clients benefit from Drew’s years of work experience in the financial markets, commercial lending and securities brokerage, as well as, his undergraduate degrees in accounting and finance.. Drew’s real estate practice focuses on acquisition, development and sales of commercial real property, including retail, multi-family, office and industrial projects. He has extensive experience in all real estate transactions, leasing, sale-leaseback transactions, tax deferred 1031 exchanges, cell tower easements for monopole and rooftop installations, zoning, construction contracts and challenges to real estate tax valuations.. Drew has successfully lowered clients’ real estate tax bills by challenging property valuations for residential and commercial properties, including retail shopping centers and strip centers, office buildings, hotels, manufacturing plants, distribution warehouses, parking garages and mobile home parks.. In 2007, Drew became a Board Certified Specialist in Business, Commercial and Industrial Real Property Law by the Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA). Also in 2007, Drew was appointed by the President of the OSBA to the Real Property Law Specialty Board. He was recently appointed to his second term on the Real Property Law Specialty Board, which is charged with identifying the competency areas for real estate specialists, review and approval of test applicants and preparation and administration of exams to lawyers seeking real estate specialist certification.. Drew’s Intellectual Property practice focuses on trademark registration and conflicts, as well as copyright law and licensing.. Drew is AV Peer Review Rated, the highest rating given to lawyers by Martindale-Hubbell, and has held this rating since 1998, his first year of eligibility.