Atty. Howard E. Mentzer
Howard E. Mentzer is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, commercial, debtor and creditor and 2 other areas of law.
Bankruptcy Law & More Attorney · Serving Akron, OH · 57+ Years Experience
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About Howard E. Mentzer at a Glance
Howard E. Mentzer is a Member based in Akron, Ohio, practicing at Mentzer and Mygrant Ltd.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1969), Iowa (1969), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1970), and Florida (1974). Educated at Akron University Law School (J.D., 1969) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Akron (Chairman, Bankruptcy Law Section, 1994-1995), Iowa State, Ohio State (Member, Banking, Commercial Law and Bankruptcy Committee) and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Howard E. Mentzer
- Howard E. Mentzer is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, commercial, debtor and creditor and 2 other areas of law
- Howard received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
- Howard practices at Mentzer and Mygrant Ltd. in Akron, OH
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Howard E. Mentzer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard E. Mentzer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Akron.
Business & Corporate Law in Akron
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Howard E. Mentzer is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Akron
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Howard E. Mentzer is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Akron
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Akron
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 Akron 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 venue, 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.
Akron Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Akron-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Akron Choose Howard E. Mentzer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Howard E. Mentzer's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Howard E. Mentzer brings 57+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio, Iowa, and U.S. Court of Military Appeals, Howard E. Mentzer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights, Howard E. Mentzer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Akron
A Akron-based practice means Howard E. Mentzer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Howard E. Mentzer Handles in Akron
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