Atty. Steven Jay Hatcher
Steven Jay Hatcher is a lawyer practicing probate administration, commercial, collections and 1 other area of law. Steven received a B.S. degree from Ohio Northern University in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Collections & More Attorney · Serving Columbus, OH · 53+ Years Experience
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About Steven Jay Hatcher at a Glance
Steven Jay Hatcher is a Member based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Steven J. Hatcher Co., LPA. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. Supreme Court (1973) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio (1973). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1973) and Ohio Northern University (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Columbus Bar Association. Serves clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven Jay Hatcher
- Steven Jay Hatcher is a lawyer practicing probate administration, commercial, collections and 1 other area of law
- Steven received a B.S. degree from Ohio Northern University in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Steven practices at Steven J. Hatcher Co., LPA in Columbus, OH
Practice Areas Explained
Steven Jay Hatcher's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Jay Hatcher handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbus.
Trusts in Columbus
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Probate in Columbus
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Estate Planning & Probate in Columbus
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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Business & Corporate Law in Columbus
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Steven Jay Hatcher is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Columbus
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbus
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 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.
Columbus Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbus-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Columbus Choose Steven Jay Hatcher
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Steven Jay Hatcher's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and creditor rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven Jay Hatcher brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio, Steven Jay Hatcher can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Steven Jay Hatcher can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Columbus
A Columbus-based practice means Steven Jay Hatcher attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Steven Jay Hatcher Handles in Columbus
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