Atty. William Joseph Kerner, Sr.

Atty. William Joseph Kerner, Sr.

William Joseph Kerner, Sr. is a lawyer practicing trust, family law, domestic relations and 8 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Avon Lake Avon Lake 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About William Joseph Kerner, Sr. at a glance

William Joseph Kerner, Sr. is a Member based in Avon Lake, Ohio, practicing at William J. Kerner, Sr.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in New York (1969) and Ohio (1971). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1967) and John Carroll University (B.A., 1964). Serands clients in Avon Lake, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Joseph Kerner, Sr. is a lawyer practicing trust, family law, domestic relations and 8 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • William practices at William J. Kerner, Sr. in Avon Lake, OH

Practice Areas Explained

William Joseph Kerner, Sr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Joseph Kerner, Sr. 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 Avon Lake 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 Joseph Kerner, Sr.

Where is William Joseph Kerner, Sr.'s law office located?
William Joseph Kerner, Sr.'s law practice is located in Avon Lake, Ohio. The firm is William J. Kerner, Sr.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Joseph Kerner, Sr. handle?
William Joseph Kerner, Sr. focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has William Joseph Kerner, Sr. practiced law?
William Joseph Kerner, Sr. has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did William Joseph Kerner, Sr. go to law school?
William Joseph Kerner, Sr. earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact William Joseph Kerner, Sr. for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. John's University
- 1967
B.A.
John Carroll University
- 1964

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1969
Ohio
Admitted: 1971

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