Atty. Timothy James Forrestal

Atty. Timothy James Forrestal

Timothy James Forrestal is a lawyer practicing trust, elder law & advocacy, probate & estate planning and 1 other area of law. Timothy received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

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About Timothy James Forrestal at a glance

Timothy James Forrestal is a Member based in Independence, Ohio, practicing at The Forrestal Law Office. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1993), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1996), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1996). Educated at Creighton University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and John Carroll University (B.A., 1990). Active member of Cleveland and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Independence, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Timothy James Forrestal is a lawyer practicing trust, elder law & advocacy, probate & estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • Timothy received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Timothy practices at The Forrestal Law Office in Independence, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy James Forrestal's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Timothy James Forrestal is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Independence 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 Timothy James Forrestal

Where is Timothy James Forrestal's law office located?
Timothy James Forrestal's law practice is located in Independence, Ohio. The firm is The Forrestal Law Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy James Forrestal handle?
Timothy James Forrestal focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Timothy James Forrestal practiced law?
Timothy James Forrestal has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Timothy James Forrestal go to law school?
Timothy James Forrestal earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Timothy James Forrestal for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Creighton University School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
John Carroll University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1996

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