Atty. Leo John Puhalla
Leo John Puhalla is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, collection, commercial law and 6 other areas of law. Leo received a B.A. degree from Youngstown State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years.
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Leo John Puhalla is a Member based in Youngstown, Ohio, practicing at Newman, Olson & Kerr A Legal Professional Corporation. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1996), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1997), and Pennsylvania (2018). Educated at University of Akron (J.D., 1996) and Youngstown State University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Youngstown, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Leo John Puhalla is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, collection, commercial law and 6 other areas of law
- Leo received a B.A. degree from Youngstown State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Leo practices at Newman, Olson & Kerr A Legal Professional Corporation in Youngstown, OH
Practice Areas Explained
Leo John Puhalla's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leo John Puhalla handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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.
Leo John Puhalla is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.
Leo John Puhalla is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Leo John Puhalla is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Leo John Puhalla is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Leo John Puhalla is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →
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 Youngstown 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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