Atty. Matthew John Kentner

Atty. Matthew John Kentner

Matthew John Kentner is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, estate planning, trust and probate and 4 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.M.E. degree from The Ohio State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years.

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About Matthew John Kentner at a glance

Matthew John Kentner is a Member based in Wapakoneta, Ohio, practicing at Matthew Kentner. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1992) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1993). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1992) and The Ohio State University (B.M.E., 1986). Active member of Auglaize and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wapakoneta, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew John Kentner is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, estate planning, trust and probate and 4 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.M.E. degree from The Ohio State University in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Matthew practices at Matthew Kentner in Wapakoneta, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew John Kentner's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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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Family Law

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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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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 Wapakoneta 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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Where is Matthew John Kentner's law office located?
Matthew John Kentner's law practice is located in Wapakoneta, Ohio. The firm is Matthew Kentner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew John Kentner handle?
Matthew John Kentner focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Matthew John Kentner practiced law?
Matthew John Kentner has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Matthew John Kentner go to law school?
Matthew John Kentner earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.M.E., 1986).
How can I contact Matthew John Kentner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1992
B.M.E.
The Ohio State University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1993

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