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Charles Halle McClenaghan
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Biography
The focus of my law practice to help my clients achieve their dreams and goals.
I help clients in four main areas;
Estate Planning- Most of us work hard all of our lives to provide a better life for ourselves and our loved ones. I help my clients avoid probate and achieve their goals with the fruits of their hard work. Whether it a legacy for their children, charitable contributions for a worthwhile charity, protections for a special needs child, protections for a surviving spouse or children, I provide the best plan and advise I can to make the client's dreams a reality.
Business- Many of my clients either own their own business or want to start a business. I help my clients select the best business entity for their situation and protect all involved with buy/sell agreements, non-compete and confidentiality agreements, leases, purchase contracts, and many other issues which confront business people.
Real Estate-I have been involved in all phases of real estate for over 35 years. As a major part of many estate plans, I work with clients to protect their homes, rental properties, farms, commercial properties, etc. In difficult economic times, strategies for ownership or sale may shift. Lease/Options, land contracts, quick evictions of non-paying tenants, etc. become more important.
Probate- Probate is time-consuming, costly, and can be very frustrating. I help Clients plan and prepare to avoid the probate whenever possible.
If you are someone who has worked hard to accumulate assets and wants to leave a legacy to someone with the least amount of tax and administrative costs and hassle, I can help.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Estate Planning
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21 years | 200 cases
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 27 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1998
Licensed in Ohio for 46 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1979
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1989
Location
Charles H. McClenaghan, LLC
3956 Brown Park Drive, Suite B, Hilliard, OH, 43026
Charles H. McClenaghan, LLC
210 Northtowne Court, Newark, OH, 43056
Charles H. McClenaghan, LLC
7240 Muirfield Drive, Suite 100, Dublin, OH, 43016
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Charles Halle McClenaghan's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Rich | May 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional & Accomodating
Charles handled real estate lease contracts, problematic tenant issues and a property sale for me over the course of a year and most of it while I was out of town. He kept me regularly up to date with ongoing issues and fully advised of my options for resolving issues that arose. I have the highest c...
Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Not a trustworthy lawyer
This lawyer is not trustworthy. He has been disciplined in past for ethical issues. Trust me, nothing has changed ! Best advice, stay far away from this lawyer !
Posted by Diana | August 1, 2015
Charles McClenaghan
Charles McClenaghan is an excellent attorney. His knowledge of estate planning far exceeded my expectations, as I have had a previous experience in establishing my own Trust and Will. His explanation of all my mom wanted to accomplish with updating her Trust, Will, and Durable Power of Attorney was ...
Posted by Robert | July 31, 2015
Disability policy and job
Charles was very through, matter-of-fact, and to the point. He contacted and resolved my concern with my disability company in a professional and timely matter. I would definitely recommend his serviced
Posted by John | July 29, 2015
Setup of a Family Trust -estate planning
Charles did a great job of educating us in the benefits of estate planning, and in particular setting up a Family Trust. He never rushed us through the process, and was very accommodating to work around our schedule (understanding of our kids activities) . We will continue to seek out his advice a...
Charles Halle McClenaghan's Lawyer Endorsements
"Charles and I have worked together on a case. He was very knowledgeable, most professional and a joy to work with."
"Charles is a dedicated member to the Ohio bar, and an excellent attorney. He's experienced, personable, and trustworthy. He provides a great legal experience from start to finish for you and your family."
"I have worked with Charles on Estate and Trust matters and found him to be very knowledgeable and dependable and works very hard for his clients."
"I have known Charles for over 30 years and have worked with him on many issues, cases and situations. He is thorough, detail-oriented and works hard to provide his clients with the best results possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. Charles is the sort of lawyer who puts others first. He's detail oriented, he gives accurate analysis, and he’s a true professional."
"Chas and I met during law school and have known one another in politics, business and law (and as friends) for more than 30 years. He is a skilled and resourceful businessman and attorney who I am pleased to endorse for his work in business and estate planning."
"I endorse this lawyer.I've known Chas for at least 30 years.He has an ex-cellent reputation in the community and amog his peers.He is attentive.and resposive to,his clients' needs."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1989.
Indefinite Suspension issued in OH, 1989
updated on 02/21/2010Suspended indefinitely means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for an unknown period of time. The attorney will need to re-apply for admission to the Bar if he or she intends to resume practice in the future.
Honors
2016
Superb Rating, AVVO
2015
Excellent Rated Attorney, AVVO
2015
Top Attorney, Columbus CEO Magazine
2012
Outstanding Service Award, Board of Governors Buckeye Lake Yacht Club
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Of Counsel, Lardiere McNair LLC
2007 - Present
Principal, Law Offices of Charles H. McClenaghan
2001 - 2007
Vice President, Abn Amro Bank N.V.
1998 - 2000
Vice President, Triad Guaranty Insurance
1990 - 1998
Vice President, GTE Corporation
1983 - 1989
Manager, Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation
1982 - 1983
Attorney, Mayer, Johrendt and Cook, LPA
1981 - 1982
Commissioner of Securities, State Of Ohio
1980 - 1981
Superintendent of Real Estate, State Of Ohio
Associations
2015 - Present
Columbus Bar Association, Real Property CommitteeChair
2009 - Present
Creative Living (Non-Profit)Vice President of Trustee Development
2005 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association, Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law SectionAttorney Member
2005 - Present
Columbus Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2005 - Present
Columbus Bar Association, Real Property CommitteeAttorney Member
2005 - Present
Columbus Bar Association, Estate and GIft Tax CommitteeAttorney Member
2005 - Present
Columbus Bar Association, Probate Court CommitteeAttorney Member
1998 - Present
Florida Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1979 - Present
Athletic Club of ColumbusMember
2008 - 2010
Buckeye Lake Yacht ClubBoard of Governors
1999 - 1999
Southeast Florida Morgage Bankers AssociationPast President
1998 - 2000
Federal National Mortgage Advisory BoardAdvisory Board
Sample of Legal Cases
Medicare Appeal
Finding by Administrative Judge that Medicare responsible for payment. Saved Client $7500.
Licking County Board of Revision
Successful appeal saves Owner $25,000 per year in real estate taxes.
Licking County Board of Revision
Successfully reduced value to $890,000 saving Client over $12,000 per year in real estate tax!!!
Education
1979
Capital University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
Ohio University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Toledo Bar Association
Grantor Trusts
2015
Channel Six on Your Side
Ask an Attorney
2014
Toledo Bar Association
Ohio Legacy Trust Act Farmer's and Ranchers Estate Planning
2014
Columbus Bar Association
Ask an Attorney
2013
Worthington Estate Planning Council
Ohio's New Legacy Trust Act
2013
Ohio Association of County Recorders Conference
Ohio's New Optional Personal Property Recording System
2013
Farmer's and Ranchers Estate Planning
Ohio Legacy Trust Act
2013
Dublin Recreation Center
Ohio Legacy Trust Act
2013
Columbus Bar Association
Ask an Attorney
2013
Annual Estate Planning Conference
Estate Planning Update
2013
Advisors Estate Planning Update
Estate Planning 101
2012
Ohio House of Representatives
Ohio Asset Management Modernization Act
2012
Monthly Meeting
Ohio Legacy Trust Act
2012
HUD Housing Seminar
How to Purchase HUD Homes
2012
Channel Six on Your Side
Ask an Attorney
2012
Channel Six ABC
Ask an Attorney
2012
Channel Six ABC
Ask an Attorney
2011
Seminars
Estate Planning Topics
2010
Seminars
Various Estate Planning Topics
1998
Florida Bank
Commercial Real Estate
1998
College Course
Real Estate Law
1990
College Course
Real Estate Law
1981
National Convention
Real Estate Licensee Continuing Education
Publications
2013
Columbus CEO Magazine
Property Protection
2013
Columbus Bar Association Lawyers Quarterly
New "Legal Trust" will attract Clients in and out of State
2013
WealthCounsel Quarterly
Ohio's New Asset Protection Trust will attract Clients within and outside of Ohio
2012
The Daily Reporter
Attorney Endorses Bill to help Ohioans Protect Assets
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
When buying a property under my LLC, is it necessary to include the address the LLC is registered under when signing?
27 Oct 2022
Q&A
When my mother passed away, did I become responsible for her owed debt for different loans or car loans?
21 Nov 2020
Q&A
Does an IRA or 401K count as part of small estate?
02 Jul 2019