Joel Kenneth Elkin

Joel Kenneth Elkin

4.4
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 41 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Gahanna, OH
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Estate Planning, Probate

107 West Johnstown Road, Gahanna, OH

About Joel

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 295-295 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 40 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 41 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1984

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Joel Kenneth Elkin

107 West Johnstown Road, Gahanna, OH, 43230

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Joel Kenneth Elkin's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jack | December 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Couldn’t be happier!

Hiring Joel to help my family during our time of need was the best decision we could have made. Joel has been attentive to our needs and I feel confident knowing that I can trust him to navigate the complex legal system in our best interests. If I ever find myself in need of similar legal services in... the future, I will certainly reach out to Joel again. Thanks for everything!

Joel Elkin

Replied last January 02, 2024

Thank you, Jack. I truly appreciate you. Joel

Posted by Angela | December 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Bankruptcy

Joel was very affordable and friendly. Very easy to coordinate and work with. Thank you so much !

Joel Elkin

Replied last January 02, 2024

Thank you, Angela for taking the time to give me a review. I appreciate you.

Posted by Michael | January 26, 2018

Difficulty listening

On a consult with the attorney it appears that he is unable to listen to a client. When I attempted to explain what was going on, there were interruptions by him way too often. Then when I would get a chance to answer, he would change my answer to something else. When I attempted to correct him, h...e would again interrupt and then tell me I was wrong. Advised that it appears we were not a match, and that we should end this. He decided to interrupt once again and say he isn't interested. If he listened, he would have known that I was already ending it. Poor service. Very poor.

Joel Elkin

Replied last January 26, 2018

I'm not sure who this commenter is, but I think the comment is inaccurate, at best. The other comments appearing on this site are much more consistent with feedback that I regularly receive from my clients. I suppose, as stated in the comment, that I encountered the rare potential client that considered me not a "good match."

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Meet & greet

So far so good I like his attitude he stays in touch and is very helpful in explaining things in layman's terms.

Posted by Dave | October 05, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Business

Professional Integrity

Joel has represented our business and family for over 20 years. I have always found him to be of the highest integrity and his services to be fairly priced. I rely on his expertise in business, real estate, and will/trust issues without concern. In his legal actions he works well with others at need,... knows how to listen to your desires, and keeps you informed at every step. I would highly recommend him.

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Joel Kenneth Elkin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kaye Willi

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I absolutely endorse Mr. Elkin both for his practice in the area of estate planning and probate, and also for his bankruptcy practice. Joel is "down to earth" and not stuffy. If a client is looking for a lawyer who they can easily talk to and who is not intimidating, Joel's your guy. And his rates are very reasonable."

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Bonnie Klein Rhoden

Business lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I had the opportunity to represent a client with an opposing position to Joel's client. It was a difficult family v. family situation and despite the adversarial positions, Joel was a pleasure to work with throughout. I found him to be professional, patient, and thorough. I highly recommend him for your matters and would trust him to assist me should I need an attorney in Ohio."

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Leonard Boyer

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Elkin is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients."

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Scott Briggs

Business lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Ferraro

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joel is always willing to share his wisdom and expertise with others. I endorse him as he is a highly respected attorney in the profession."

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Kaye Willi

Tax lawyer

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Jack Moser

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Lawyer, Joel K. Elkin, Attorney at Law

1985 - 1994

Lawyer, William J. Clark & Associates

Associations

2016 - Present

Legal Aid Society of Columbus

Volunteer Attorney - Chapter 7 program

1985 - Present

Columbus Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Education

1984

Capital University

law

1980

Pennsylvania State University

Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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