Atty. William Steven Cole

Atty. William Steven Cole

William Steven Cole is a lawyer practicing corporate, insurance defense, real estate and 16 other areas of law. William received a A.B. degree from Ohio University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Jackson Jackson 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About William Steven Cole at a glance

William Steven Cole is a Member based in Jackson, Ohio, practicing at William S. Cole. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1977), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1980), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1977) and Ohio University (A.B., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Jackson, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Steven Cole is a lawyer practicing corporate, insurance defense, real estate and 16 other areas of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from Ohio University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • William practices at William S. Cole in Jackson, OH

Practice Areas Explained

William Steven Cole's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

William Steven Cole is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Steven Cole 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 Steven Cole is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Jackson 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 Steven Cole

Where is William Steven Cole's law office located?
William Steven Cole's law practice is located in Jackson, Ohio. The firm is William S. Cole. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Steven Cole handle?
William Steven Cole focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has William Steven Cole practiced law?
William Steven Cole has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did William Steven Cole go to law school?
William Steven Cole earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (A.B., 1974).
How can I contact William Steven Cole for a consultation?
You can contact William Steven Cole 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 Steven Cole received?
William Steven Cole's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1977
A.B.
Ohio University
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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