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Atty. William Jay McLoughlin

Atty. William Jay McLoughlin

William Jay McLoughlin is a lawyer practicing probate & trust administration, business organization, succession planning and 13 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Otterbein College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Westerville Westerville 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About William Jay McLoughlin at a glance

William Jay McLoughlin is a Member based in Westerville, Ohio, practicing at Metz, Bailey & McLoughlin. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1986). Educated at University of Toledo (J.D., 1986) and Otterbein College (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Columbus, Ohio State and American Bar Associations Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Westerville, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Jay McLoughlin is a lawyer practicing probate & trust administration, business organization, succession planning and 13 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Otterbein College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • William practices at Metz, Bailey & McLoughlin in Westerville, OH

Practice Areas Explained

William Jay McLoughlin's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

William Jay McLoughlin is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts 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.

William Jay McLoughlin 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.

William Jay McLoughlin 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.

William Jay McLoughlin 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 Westerville 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 William Jay McLoughlin

Where is William Jay McLoughlin's law office located?
William Jay McLoughlin's law practice is located in Westerville, Ohio. The firm is Metz, Bailey & McLoughlin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Jay McLoughlin handle?
William Jay McLoughlin 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 William Jay McLoughlin practiced law?
William Jay McLoughlin has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did William Jay McLoughlin go to law school?
William Jay McLoughlin earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact William Jay McLoughlin for a consultation?
You can contact William Jay McLoughlin 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 William Jay McLoughlin received?
William Jay McLoughlin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Toledo
- 1986
B.A.
Otterbein College
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1986

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