Atty. Barbara Jean Michael

Atty. Barbara Jean Michael

Barbara Jean Michael is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, probate, trust and probate and 2 other areas of law. Barbara received a M.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Columbus Columbus 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara Jean Michael at a glance

Barbara Jean Michael is a Member based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Michael & Michael. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1991), Florida (1993), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1993). Educated at Capital University (J.D., 1991) and The Ohio State University (M.A. University, 1983). Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara Jean Michael is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, probate, trust and probate and 2 other areas of law
  • Barbara received a M.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Barbara practices at Michael & Michael in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Jean Michael's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara Jean Michael handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Barbara Jean Michael is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Barbara Jean Michael is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara Jean Michael

Where is Barbara Jean Michael's law office located?
Barbara Jean Michael's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Michael & Michael. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Jean Michael handle?
Barbara Jean Michael focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Barbara Jean Michael practiced law?
Barbara Jean Michael has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Barbara Jean Michael go to law school?
Barbara Jean Michael earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (M.A. University, 1983).
How can I contact Barbara Jean Michael for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Capital University
- 1991
M.A. University
The Ohio State University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1991
Florida
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1993

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