Atty. Joseph C. Penko

Atty. Joseph C. Penko

After many years of working in the corporate world, Joe made a significant switch. He joined the Amourgis team in order to serve the needs of individuals with the goal of improving their lives and that of their families.

Akron Akron 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph C. Penko at a glance

Joseph C. Penko is an Attorney based in Akron, Ohio, practicing at Amourgis & Associates. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and securities. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1987). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1987) and The Ohio State University (B.S. Ed., 1976). Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • After many years of working in the corporate world, Joe made a significant switch
  • He joined the Amourgis team in order to serve the needs of individuals with the goal of improving their lives and that of their families
  • Prior to joining Amourgis in 2021, Joe spent over twenty years in the trust and asset management businesses at National City Corporation and PNC
  • During his tenure he developed a family of proprietary mutual funds
  • He was also responsible for legal, compliance and corporate governance functions and managed several mutual fund and registered investment adviser consolidations
  • He received his Bachelor of Science in Education degree from The Ohio State University, a MBA from the University of Akron and his Juris doctor from Cleveland Marshall College of Law
  • Joe is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association and the Akron Bar Association
  • He has two children and lives in Copley with his wife, his son and their golden doodle, Duke
  • Joe enjoys spending time with his family, traveling with them and helping his son with landscaping activities
  • He also enjoys tending to his vegetable, flower and herb gardens
  • He also enjoys volunteering in the community and participating in fitness activities
  • He has completed a half marathon in the Akron Marathon Relay and numerous 5 & 10 K’s
  • Membership Associations • Ohio State Bar Association • Akron Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph C. Penko's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph C. Penko handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Joseph C. Penko is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Securities Law

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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 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 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 Joseph C. Penko

Where is Joseph C. Penko's law office located?
Joseph C. Penko's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. The firm is Amourgis & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph C. Penko handle?
Joseph C. Penko focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Joseph C. Penko practiced law?
Joseph C. Penko has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Joseph C. Penko go to law school?
Joseph C. Penko earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S. Ed., 1976).
How can I contact Joseph C. Penko for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1987
B.S. Ed.
The Ohio State University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1987

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