Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Ohio

Living Trust Preparation

Can a paralegal licensed in Ohio prepare a living trust and/or will and can they be hired to handle probate in Ohio?


Asked on 7/30/07, 3:36 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Frank Rozanc Frank J. Rozanc, Esq.

Re: Living Trust Preparation

No, as paralegals in Ohio can only operate under the supervision of properly licensed attorneys. They cannot as author of or signor of legal documents.

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Answered on 7/30/07, 3:51 pm
Nancy Fioritto Patete Nancy Fioritto Patete, Esq.

Re: Living Trust Preparation

A paralegal cannot act in the place of an attorney. A paralegal assists with legal matters. You can use the help of a paralegal but cannot rely on that person professionally as you would an attorney.

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Answered on 7/31/07, 7:18 am


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