Atty. Jack W. Abel
Jack W. Abel is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 8 other areas of law.
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Jack W. Abel is a Managing Partner based in Independence, Ohio, practicing at Abel & Zocolo Co., LPA. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1974) and The Ohio State University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association. Serands clients in Independence, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Jack W. Abel is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, child custody and 8 other areas of law
- Jack received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Jack practices at Abel & Zocolo Co., LPA in Independence, OH
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Jack W. Abel is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Ohio →
Jack W. Abel is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Ohio →
Jack W. Abel is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Jack W. Abel is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Jack W. Abel is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →
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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 Independence 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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