Atty. Stephen Lee Oliver

Atty. Stephen Lee Oliver

Stephen Lee Oliver is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate administration, corporations and 5 other areas of law. Stephen received a A.B. degree from Miami University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Portsmouth Portsmouth 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Lee Oliver at a glance

Stephen Lee Oliver is a Member based in Portsmouth, Ohio, practicing at Johnson & Oliver A Legal Professional Association. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1981) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1981). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1981) and Miami University (A.B., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Portsmouth, Ohio State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Portsmouth, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Lee Oliver is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate administration, corporations and 5 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a A.B. degree from Miami University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Stephen practices at Johnson & Oliver A Legal Professional Association in Portsmouth, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Lee Oliver's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Stephen Lee Oliver is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

Stephen Lee Oliver is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

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.

Stephen Lee Oliver is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Stephen Lee Oliver is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

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

Stephen Lee Oliver is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Portsmouth 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 Stephen Lee Oliver

Where is Stephen Lee Oliver's law office located?
Stephen Lee Oliver's law practice is located in Portsmouth, Ohio. The firm is Johnson & Oliver A Legal Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Lee Oliver handle?
Stephen Lee Oliver focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Stephen Lee Oliver practiced law?
Stephen Lee Oliver has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Stephen Lee Oliver go to law school?
Stephen Lee Oliver earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B., 1977).
How can I contact Stephen Lee Oliver for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Lee Oliver 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 Stephen Lee Oliver received?
Stephen Lee Oliver's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1981
A.B.
Miami University
- 1977

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1981

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