Atty. Edward Joel Wesp

Atty. Edward Joel Wesp

Edward Joel Wesp is a lawyer practicing real estate, commercial, business litigation and 8 other areas of law. Edward received a B.A. degree from Wabash College in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Columbus Columbus 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward Joel Wesp at a glance

Edward Joel Wesp is a Member based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Wesp Barwell, LLC. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, trade secrets, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1970), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1973), and Indiana (2009). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1970) and Wabash College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Columbus Bar Association and Board of Trustees, 2000—, Columbus Bar Foundation. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward Joel Wesp is a lawyer practicing real estate, commercial, business litigation and 8 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.A. degree from Wabash College in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Edward practices at Wesp Barwell, LLC in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Joel Wesp's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Joel Wesp handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Edward Joel Wesp is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Edward Joel Wesp is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Edward Joel Wesp is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Trade Secrets

Edward Joel Wesp is one of 6,644 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Ohio →

Employment Contracts

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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 Edward Joel Wesp

Where is Edward Joel Wesp's law office located?
Edward Joel Wesp's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Wesp Barwell, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Joel Wesp handle?
Edward Joel Wesp focuses on employment, business, real estate, trade secrets, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Edward Joel Wesp practiced law?
Edward Joel Wesp has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Edward Joel Wesp go to law school?
Edward Joel Wesp earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Edward Joel Wesp for a consultation?
You can contact Edward Joel Wesp 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 Edward Joel Wesp received?
Edward Joel Wesp's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1970
B.A.
Wabash College
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1973
Indiana
Admitted: 2009

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