About Joseph

Biography

Practicing law for over 30 years, Joseph Jaap assists clients with a wide range of legal issues, whether personal matters, estate planning, family law, real estate, or business, to develop and implement legal strategies that achieve client goals and that avoid or resolve disputes.

Joe advises clients about their family legal matters and estate planning, including wills, powers of attorney, trusts, probate, divorce, child custody and support, guardianship, and other family issues.

His real estate practice includes both commercial and residential real estate, representing and counseling clients regarding purchases, sales, leasing, condominium development and conversions, condominium management, homeowner and condominium associations, construction contracting and construction project management, construction dispute resolution, and mechanic's liens.

Joe also provides general business representation to entrepreneurs and businesses advising clients about business formation, incorporation and joint ventures, contract negotiations, and asset purchases and sales.

He also helps clients resolve issues related to trademarks, copyrights, and other intellectual property, including clearance and registration of state and federal trademarks, copyright registrations, trademark and copyright infringement claim resolution, intellectual property asset transfers and licensing, trade secret protection, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements, and electronic commerce including Internet and domain name issues.

A Cincinnati native, after graduating from Purdue with B.S. and M.S. degrees in engineering, Joe served on active duty as a Navy officer and nuclear power plant engineer on Navy nuclear-powered ships. His Navy service was aboard a submarine, cruiser, and aircraft carrier, and he remains active with other local Navy veterans, serving on the executive board of the Cincinnati Council of the Navy League. After leaving the Navy, Joe worked for several years as an engineer and was licensed as a professional engineer in Ohio before obtaining his law degree from the University of Michigan. Joe is married, with three children.

Helping individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and business owners solve problems for 30 years.

Purchases | Sales | Construction | Leasing | Easements | Liens | Zoning

Divorce | Dissolution | Custody | Support

Wills | Trusts | Executors | Power of Attorney | Probate | Property Transfer | Guardians

Purchase & Sale Contracts | Construction | Leases | Non-Compete | Trademark License

Trademark Searches | USPTO Registration | Licensing | Assignment | Cease & Desist

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 25%

Joe helps families evaluate their goals to prepare wills, powers of attorney, deeds, and other documents to plan for the orderly transfer of their real estate, personal property, and other assets, to provide for their family members.

25%

Real Estate 25%

Joe's real estate practice includes both commercial and residential real estate, construction, and mechanic's liens, representing and counseling clients regarding purchases, sales, leasing, condominium development and conversions, condominium management and homeowner associations, construction contracting, and construction dispute resolution with mediation, arbitration, or litigation.

25%

Probate 20%

Joe helps families and executors sort through the probate process for the transfer of real estate, vehicles, and personal property, as well as establishing guardianship for family members in need of care.

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Contracts and Agreements 15%

Joe helps entrepreneurs and businesses owners, advising them about business formation, incorporation, LLCs, contract negotiations, asset purchases and sales, protecting their business with trademark and copyright selection, registration, and licensing, and resolution of contract disputes.

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Divorce and Separation 10%

Joe counsels those facing termination of marriage by divorce or dissolution, or pursuing a legal separation, and also child custody, spousal support, and related issues.

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Trademark Application 5%

Joe helps entrepreneurs and businesses owners, advising them about protecting their business with trademark and copyright selection, registration, and licensing, and resolution of trademark20disputes.

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Payment Methods

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Awards

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2018 2017 2016

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 36 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

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Location

Barron Peck Bennie & Schlemmer Co LPA

(513) 721-2301

Fax

3074 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH, 45209

bpbslaw.com/attorneys/joseph-b-jaap/

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Joseph Bradford Jaap's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jon | August 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business

3 years of great work

I have been a client of Mr Japp for 3 years and he has helped my business tremendously. Recently I sold my business. I had some trouble with the new buyers and it was his advise and contract that saved me.

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Business

Termination of Partnership Membership

I was a partner in an Ohio LLC for 8 years and decided to voluntarily terminate my involvement. I felt I needed an attorney seeing my Company Operating Agreement specified I could not voluntarily withdraw. I was referred to Joe Jaap by a mutual acquaintance. Joe was the perfect fit for my situatio...n! His responses were very clear and to the point and handled in a very timely manner as well. I would highly recommend Joe for your legal needs.

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Posted by Tanya | October 23, 2013 | Business

A Top Rated Attorney

Joe Jaap is always available to answer any questions I may have and to guide me in the right direction regarding business and personal decisions. I have a consulting company now and I am continually recommending Joe Jaap and Barron, Peck, Bennie and Schlemmer... in that I truly believe that having a ...great, knowledgeable, and accessible attorney should be everyone's top priority, both in business and within their personal life.

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Posted by Robert | October 23, 2013 | Business

Trusted Advice for Business Owners

Joe has provided great information and suggestions regarding how best to approach several issues in my business, including an intellectual property/patent question and a non-compete agreement question. He also referred me to partners in the firm who provided great assistance on personal legal issues... outside the business. Joe and his partners are highly recommended.

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Posted by Andy | October 22, 2013 | Business

A Review of Services offer by Mr. Joe Jaap

I have depended on Mr. Jaap for personal and business consulting services. I was referred to and sought out Mr. Jaap on two matters. First, was in dealing with a private investment (and how to successfully navigate the private sale of my stock) and the second occasion, I asked Mr. Jaap to review ...a commercial property lease (retail). I have found him to be extremely knowledgeable on all of the areas where I needed his help. He has been a tremendous resource for me and I do consider him an fundamental part of my decision making process. He is considerate, thoughtful and direct. All attributes I look for when seeking legal advice. I would highly recommend him.

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