About William J

William J — Balena practices law in Westlake, Ohio, focusing on injury claims. He has been an active member of the Ohio bar since 1981. The company operates out of Westlake and gives services in a number of areas, which includes criminal regulation, DUI & DWI, insolvency, foreclosure protection, and traffic tickets. His experience lets in him to handle a numerous variety of legal issues. He earned his J.D. in Commercial Law from Cleveland State University in 1975. Prior to that, he finished his B.A.

in Pre Law and Economics at Pennsylvania State University in 1971. His instructional background laid a solid foundation for his legal career, which started quickly after his admission to the bar. William's profession spans several decades, beginning as a prosecuting lawyer in 1981. He transitioned to an associate position in 1983, where he developed his abilities in various legal regions. By 1986, he became a litigation attorney, representing clients in courtroom and gaining valuable trial experience. In 1989, he took at the position of managing partner, overseeing the operations of his company and guiding more youthful attorneys. Most of his current caseload involves personal personal injury cases, where he advocates for clients who have suffered due to the negligence of others.

Cases usually involve thorough investigations, bargaining sessions with insurance firms, and, when important, legal proceedings in court. His background in felony law enhances his personal damage practice. This lets the lawyer address overlapping issues that may occur in cases involving injuries and criminal accusations. William is actively concerned in several legal associations. He serves because the Bankruptcy Section Leader for the Lorain County Bar Association and is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. He also holds a management position as the President of the Lorain County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. His commitment to the legal network extends past his practice, as he participates in a number of initiatives to help local legal education and assets.

He maintains workplaces in Westlake and Elyria, where he meets clients by appointment. His dedication to serving local residents and his extensive legal information make him a reputable determine in Ohio's area of law. William J. Balena is still an imperative useful resource for people navigating complex legal challenges in private damage and past.

Education

Cleveland State University

J.D. | Commercial Law

1975

Pennsylvania State University - University Park

B.A. | Pre Law, Economics

1971

Languages

German (Spoken)

Experience

Lawyer

Balena Law Office, Lawyer in Private Practice
2005

Managing Partner

Petroff and Balena
1989

Trial Atorney

William Balena Lawyer in Private Practice
1986

Associate

West, West, & Sherman
1983

Prosecuting Lawyer

City of Elyria
1981

Accepted Jurisdictions

Ohio

Court Admissions

Ohio Supreme Court State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

Personal Injury Criminal Law DUI & DWI Bankruptcy Foreclosure Defense Traffic Tickets

Legal Services Scope

Negotiations Litigation

Professional Associations

Lorain County Bar Assosciation

Bankruptcy Section Leader 2014 - Current

Lakeshore Community Credit Union

Board has membership 2013 - Current

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attoirneys

member 2011 - Current

Lorain County Bar

has membership 2009 - Current

Ohio State Bar

has membership 1988 - Current

Lorain County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

President 1992 - 1993