Atty. Michael Decarlo

Atty. Michael Decarlo

Michael DeCarlo received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Akron School of Law and was admitted to the Ohio Bar in 1986. Michael also is admitted to the U.S.

Akron Akron 40 Years Experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Decarlo at a glance

Michael Decarlo is an Attorney based in Akron, Ohio. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on formation, probate, estate planning, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1986), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1986), and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at University of Akron C. Blake McDowell School of Law (J.D., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Akron, Ohio State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael DeCarlo received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Akron School of Law and was admitted to the Ohio Bar in 1986
  • Michael also is admitted to the U.S
  • District Court for the Northern District of Ohio and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
  • Michael is an Ohio Bar Association Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law
  • Michael's areas of practice involve extensive experience in: Estate planning and Probate, including the preparation of wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, family limited partnerships, and private foundations
  • State and Federal estate, estate income, trust income, and gift tax return preparation and audit defense
  • Business succession planning for business owners
  • Real estate law, including negotiation and preparation of real estate contracts, commercial and residential leases, tax deferred exchanges, subdivision restrictions, condominium documents, homeowners and condominium associations, and mortgage based financing documents
  • General business law, including formation of corporations (including professional, subchapter S, C, and tax exempt), partnerships, limited liability companies, documents governing entity operations, acquisitions, mergers, liquidations, asset and ownership interest transfers, and financing transactions
  • Michael is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association (member, sections on Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Law; Corporate Counsel; Real Property Law)
  • Akron Bar Association (member, committees on Business and Corporate Law; Taxation; Real Property Law; Estate Planning and Probate Law (Chairman 1998-1999); Real Property Law
  • Tax and Estate Planning Council of Akron

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Decarlo's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Michael Decarlo is one of 32,102 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Ohio →

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.

Michael Decarlo is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Michael Decarlo is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael Decarlo is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 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 venue, 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 Michael Decarlo

Where is Michael Decarlo's law office located?
Michael Decarlo's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Decarlo handle?
Michael Decarlo focuses on formation, probate, estate planning, real estate, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Michael Decarlo practiced law?
Michael Decarlo has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael Decarlo go to law school?
Michael Decarlo earned their education at (J.D., 1986).
How can I contact Michael Decarlo for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Decarlo directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael Decarlo received?
Michael Decarlo's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Akron C. Blake McDowell School of Law
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1986
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989

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