Atty. Bridgett Jean Root

Atty. Bridgett Jean Root

Bridgett Jean Root is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax, taxation law and 3 other areas of law. Bridgett received a B.S.B.A. degree from Ohio Northern University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Toledo Toledo 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Bridgett Jean Root at a glance

Bridgett Jean Root is a Member based in Toledo, Ohio, practicing at Marshall & Melhorn, LLC. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1998), Michigan (2005), and Iowa (2016). Educated at University of Toledo (J.D., 1998) and Ohio Northern University (B.S.B.A., 1995). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Toledo, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bridgett Jean Root is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax, taxation law and 3 other areas of law
  • Bridgett received a B.S.B.A. degree from Ohio Northern University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Bridgett practices at Marshall & Melhorn, LLC in Toledo, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Bridgett Jean Root's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Bridgett Jean Root is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Bridgett Jean Root is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Ohio →

Elder Law

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

Bridgett Jean Root 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 Toledo 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 Bridgett Jean Root

Where is Bridgett Jean Root's law office located?
Bridgett Jean Root's law practice is located in Toledo, Ohio. The firm is Marshall & Melhorn, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bridgett Jean Root handle?
Bridgett Jean Root focuses on estate planning, business, tax, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Bridgett Jean Root practiced law?
Bridgett Jean Root has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Bridgett Jean Root go to law school?
Bridgett Jean Root earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S.B.A., 1995).
How can I contact Bridgett Jean Root for a consultation?
You can contact Bridgett Jean Root directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bridgett Jean Root received?
Bridgett Jean Root's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Toledo
- 1998
B.S.B.A.
Ohio Northern University
- 1995

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1998
Michigan
Admitted: 2005
Iowa
Admitted: 2016

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