Legal Question in Business Law in Ohio

My business is incorporated in WI and is being sued in OH by an OH LLC. Can my WI lawyer Answer the Complaint, file motions, etc. Or is local representation req'd?


Asked on 12/29/13, 7:02 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Brandabur Brandabur Law, LLC

You will need an attorney licensed in Ohio. It may be possible for your lawyer in Wisconsin to assist in the case by entering ProHoc Vice. If you'd like further assistance please contact me.

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Answered on 12/29/13, 7:50 pm
J. Norman Stark J. Norman Stark , Attorney, Architect

Answer: Evidently, your company has done business in Ohio, and is properly registered to do so, with the Ohio Secretary of State. If so, you will need an Ohio Attorney to represwent your company in Ohio. Your WI Atty may assist, otf course. Please feel free to contact me for further information or local representation. J. Norman Stark, Cleveland, Ohio. (2316) 531-5310 Ext.22.

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Answered on 12/30/13, 3:34 am


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