Atty. Joel N. Patch

Atty. Joel N. Patch

Joel N. Patch is a Partner at Hinman, Howard & Kattell and a member of the Real Estate, Oil & Gas, Credit Union and Liquor Licensing Practice Groups.

Binghamton Binghamton 13 Years Experience 13 year
Call (607) 231-6987

Profile Summary

About Joel N. Patch at a glance

Joel N. Patch is a Partner based in Binghamton, New York, practicing at Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on residential, business, real estate, and environmental. Admitted to practice in New York (2013) and Pennsylvania (2020). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D., 2012) and Susquehanna University (B.S., 2009). Active member of Professional Memberships •New York State Bar Association •Broome County Bar Association. Serves clients in Binghamton, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joel N. Patch is a Partner at Hinman, Howard & Kattell and a member of the Real Estate, Oil & Gas, Credit Union and Liquor Licensing Practice Groups
  • His practice primarily involves representing individuals and lending institutions in all aspects of real estate transactions
  • This includes advising purchasers, sellers, lenders, and borrowers through each step of their purchases, sales, loans, leases, and other transactions
  • He also has experience handling evictions and other Landlord/Tenant issues
  • Other prominent areas of Joel’s practice include oil & gas law, with an emphasis on all aspects of landowner leasing, and Liquor Licensing, where Joel has successfully assisted retail establishments, golf courses, large-scale festivals, concerts, fundraisers and other events in securing the necessary licenses and/or permits from the State Liquor Authority
  • Prior to joining HH&K, Joel received his B.S. degree in 2009 from Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove, PA (Environmental Sciences; magna cum laude) and received his J.D. in 2012 from Widener University School of Law in Harrisburg, PA (magna cum laude)
  • While at Widener, Joel was a member of the Widener Law Journal and the author of Dechert LLP v

Commonwealth

  • A Reminder to Commonwealth Judges to Stay Out of the Kitchen if They Can’t Handle the Heat of Interpreting Complex Areas of Administrative Law, 21 Widener L.J. 423 (Spring 2012)
  • A native of Conklin, New York, Joel returned to the Binghamton area upon completing his education to serve the community in which he grew up
  • Joel serves on the Board of Directors for Broome County Habitat for Humanity
  • He also devotes time to participating in community activities by being an active member of the Broome County Bar Association and its Law Day and Strategic Planning Committees, as well as being an Attorney Advisor for the Susquehanna Valley High School Mock Trial team
  • Joel is a graduate of the Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce BLI Class of 2015
  • He has also served on the executive leadership team for the 2015 American Heart Association’s Southern Tier Heart Walk

Practice Areas Explained

Joel N. Patch's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Environmental Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Binghamton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joel N. Patch

Where is Joel N. Patch's law office located?
Joel N. Patch's law practice is located in Binghamton, New York. The firm is Hinman, Howard & Kattell, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel N. Patch handle?
Joel N. Patch focuses on residential, business, real estate, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Joel N. Patch practiced law?
Joel N. Patch has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Joel N. Patch go to law school?
Joel N. Patch earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.S., 2009).
How can I contact Joel N. Patch for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Widener University School of Law
- 2012
B.S.
Susquehanna University
- 2009

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2013
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2020

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