About

William Balena is an experienced financial ruin and traffic trial legal professional in Westlake, Ohio. He is an lively member of NACBA and represents purchasers in chapter 7 and chapter 13 cases. Bill is likewise nicely versed in traffic protection, along with Ohio under the influence of alcohol using and dashing tickets.

William Balena is a relatively skilled legal professional focusing on financial ruin and traffic regulation instances. With a strong history in customer financial disaster troubles, he is a devoted member of NACBA and regularly attends workshops and persevering with schooling to stay updated on advanced bankruptcy topics.

Specializing in chapter 7 and bankruptcy 13 instances, Bill offers expert illustration to clients going through financial problems. His in-intensity expertise of financial disaster law permits him to guide his customers via the manner simply and efficiency, supporting them acquire a clean financial begin.

Aside from financial ruin instances, Bill is also a former city prosecutor with good sized experience in site visitors defense. He is well-versed in managing Ohio inebriated riding (OVI, DWI, DUI) instances, in addition to speeding tickets. His robust advocacy talents and interest to element make him a formidable protection lawyer in traffic-associated matters.

With a commitment to imparting personalized and powerful prison illustration, William Balena is devoted to assisting his customers navigate the complexities of financial disaster and visitors regulation. His know-how and experience make him a depended on propose for those in want of skilled legal assistance.

Legal Issues

Bankruptcy
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Foreclosure Defense
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Traffic Tickets
Suspended License

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages
  • German: Spoken
Accepted Jurisdictions
Ohio Jurdictions
Ohio
Since 1978">

Experience
  • Lawyer
    Balena Law Office, Lawyer in Private Practice
    2005
  • Managing Partner
    Petroff and Balena
    1989
  • Trial Atorney
    William Balena Lawyer in Private Practice
    1986
  • Associate
    West, West, & Sherman
    1983
  • Prosecuting Lawyer
    City of Elyria
    1981
Education
Cleveland State University Education School Logo
Cleveland State University
J.D. | Commercial Law
Graduation year: 1975">
Pennsylvania State University - University Park Education School Logo
Pennsylvania State University - University Park
B.A. | Pre Law, Economics
Graduation year: 1971">
Associations
Lorain County Bar Assosciation Professional Association
Lorain County Bar Assosciation
Bankruptcy Section Leader
2014 - Current">
Lakeshore Community Credit Union Professional Association
Lakeshore Community Credit Union
Board has membership
2013 - Current">
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attoirneys Professional Association
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attoirneys
member
2011 - Current">
Lorain County Bar Professional Association
Lorain County Bar
has membership
2009 - Current">
Ohio State Bar Professional Association
Ohio State Bar
has membership
1988 - Current">
Lorain County Criminal Defense Lawyers  Association Professional Association
Lorain County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
President
1992 - 1993">
Costs
  • Free Consultancy Service
    30 minute free consultation, unless you have an emergency situation. In that case we have already discussed fees and will expect payment at the consultation.
  • Payment With Credit Card
    Bankruptcy clients may only use debit card, or credit card from a non-filing third party.
  • Conditional Fees
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