Atty. Joel Hall Rathbone

Atty. Joel Hall Rathbone

Joel Hall Rathbone is a lawyer practicing commercial & bankruptcy law, automobile insurance, banking and 10 other areas of law. Joel received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About Joel Hall Rathbone at a glance

Joel Hall Rathbone is a Managing Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Rathbone Group, LLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1979). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1979) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joel Hall Rathbone is a lawyer practicing commercial & bankruptcy law, automobile insurance, banking and 10 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Joel practices at Rathbone Group, LLC in Cleveland, OH and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Hall Rathbone's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Joel Hall Rathbone is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Joel Hall Rathbone is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Cleveland 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 Joel Hall Rathbone

Where is Joel Hall Rathbone's law office located?
Joel Hall Rathbone's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Rathbone Group, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Hall Rathbone handle?
Joel Hall Rathbone focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Joel Hall Rathbone practiced law?
Joel Hall Rathbone has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Joel Hall Rathbone go to law school?
Joel Hall Rathbone earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Joel Hall Rathbone for a consultation?
You can contact Joel Hall Rathbone 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 Joel Hall Rathbone received?
Joel Hall Rathbone's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
- 1979
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1979

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