Atty. Joseph John Kunkel

Atty. Joseph John Kunkel

Associate attorney Joseph J. Kunkel focuses on criminal law in Columbus and traffic law at Luftman, Heck & Associates.

Dublin Dublin 14 yrs experience 14 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph John Kunkel at a glance

Joseph John Kunkel is an Associate based in Dublin, Ohio, practicing at Luftman, Heck & Associates LLP. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2012). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 2010) and Ohio University (B.A., 2008). Active member of Ohio State Bar Association. Serands clients in Dublin, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Associate attorney Joseph J. Kunkel focuses on criminal law in Columbus and traffic law at Luftman, Heck & Associates
  • He joined the firm in June 2013 after gaining experience as an associate attorney at Burkett & Sanderson, LLC, in Newark, Ohio, and as a law clerk at Shaw & Miller in Columbus, Ohio
  • After graduating from McDonald High School near Youngstown, Ohio, Mr. Kunkel completed his undergraduate studies at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio
  • While at OU, he was a Pre-Law, Political Science major, as well as a member of the varsity men’s Track and Cross Country teams
  • After earning his bachelor’s degree he moved on to law school at Ohio Northern University in Ada, Ohio
  • At ONU, Mr. Kunkel earned a certificate of achievement in the field of criminal law and received first place in the Burke E. Smith mock trial competition
  • While in law school he completed judicial externships in Van Wert and Franklin Counties, as well as public defender internships at the municipal and federal levels
  • Mr. Kunkel gained valuable experience at each of these stops doing everything from researching and writing judicial opinions to working in the courtroom representing indigent defendants
  • He looks forward to litigating on behalf of his clients and growing as a member of the team at Luftman, Heck & Associates

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph John Kunkel's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Juvenile 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 Dublin 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 John Kunkel

Where is Joseph John Kunkel's law office located?
Joseph John Kunkel's law practice is located in Dublin, Ohio. The firm is Luftman, Heck & Associates LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph John Kunkel handle?
Joseph John Kunkel focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Joseph John Kunkel practiced law?
Joseph John Kunkel has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Joseph John Kunkel go to law school?
Joseph John Kunkel earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A., 2008).
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Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 2010
B.A.
Ohio University
- 2008

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 2012

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