Atty. Russell W. Kessler

Atty. Russell W. Kessler

Certified Public Accountant, Ohio, 1978.

Columbus Columbus 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (380) 220-0208 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Russell W. Kessler at a glance

Russell W. Kessler is a Member based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Kessler & Ballenger Co., L.P.A.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on wills, divorce, trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1979), U.S. Tax Court (1981), New York (2004), and Pennsylvania (2008). Educated at Capital University (J.D. Taxation, 1979) and Miami University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Columbus, Ohio State and American Bar Associations American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Certified Public Accountant, Ohio, 1978

Practice Areas Explained

Russell W. Kessler's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Russell W. Kessler is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Ohio →

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Trusts

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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.

Russell W. Kessler is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Columbus 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 Russell W. Kessler

Where is Russell W. Kessler's law office located?
Russell W. Kessler's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Kessler & Ballenger Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Russell W. Kessler handle?
Russell W. Kessler focuses on wills, divorce, trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Russell W. Kessler practiced law?
Russell W. Kessler has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Russell W. Kessler go to law school?
Russell W. Kessler earned their education at (J.D. Taxation, 1979); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact Russell W. Kessler for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Russell W. Kessler received?
Russell W. Kessler's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Taxation
Capital University
- 1979
B.S.
Miami University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1981
New York
Admitted: 2004
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2008

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