Atty. Joseph Michael Kernan
Joseph Michael Kernan is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, social security disability law, estate planning and 4 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Kent State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.
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Joseph Michael Kernan is a Member based in Akron, Ohio, practicing at Joseph M. Kernan. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1993). Educated at University of Akron (J.D., 1993) and Kent State University (B.A., 1989). Active member of Akron (Member, Criminal Law Committee and Young Lawyers Division, 1994-1995) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Joseph Michael Kernan is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, social security disability law, estate planning and 4 other areas of law
- Joseph received a B.A. degree from Kent State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Joseph practices at Joseph M. Kernan in Akron, OH
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Joseph Michael Kernan's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Michael Kernan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Joseph Michael Kernan 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.
Joseph Michael Kernan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Joseph Michael Kernan is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Joseph Michael Kernan is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Joseph Michael Kernan is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 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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