Joel Allen Holt

JOEL A HOLT, Esq./CIPP-US, is an experienced attorney concentrating his practice in the areas of business law, civil litigation, real estate law, probate and estate planning, and cybersecurity and privacy. Attorney Holt serves as outside general counsel for small and midsize businesses, bringing experience and professionalism at an affordable rate. Attorney Holt is a certified privacy professional, holding a CIPP-US certification from the International Association of Privacy Professionals. He has a broad legal background, including appellate advocacy, corporate formation and governance, securities, and transactional law. Mr. Holt is also a proficient civil litigator, with 16 years' experience in Ohio and Federal courts. Attorney Holt graduated from the University of Akron School of Law, magna cum laude. He has been an adjunct professor at the University of Akron School of Law and Hiram College. Mr. Holt also served in the United States Air Force with honor and distinction.

University of Akron School of Law

J.D. (2005)

2002 - 2005

Honors: Graduated magna cum laude Editorial Board - Akron Law Review Published in the Akron Law Review C. Blake McDowell Scholar

Attorney

Ickes & Holt, LLC

Current

Treat All Men Alike: An Analysis of United States v. White Mountain Apache Tribe and Suggestions for True Reperation

Akron Law Review

Information Security & Privacy for Small Business, Akron, Ohio

March 22, 2017

Better Business Bureau

Cybersecurity: the Ultimate Guide

November 30, 2016

National Business Institute

Member of panel discussing U.S. information security and privacy laws.

Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) - U.S.

International Association of Privacy Professionals

The Air Force Achievement Medal for Meritorious Service

United States Air Force

2002

Awarded for extraordinary technical knowledge, exemplary skill, willingness to serve, and leadership in support of the USAF mission, including Operation Enduring Freedom.

BNI - Tree City Chapter

Member

2021 - Current

Ohio

Supreme Court of Ohio Office of Attorney Services

Since 2005

6th Circuit

Since 2020

U.S. District Court - Northern District of Ohio

Since 2008

• Free Consultation
  A lawyer and client need to trust each other. To do that, they need to sit across a table and meet. That is why I always take initial meetings with potential clients and never charge for it.
• Credit Cards Accepted
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  Reasonable hourly rates. Flat fees and contigency fees available for certain legal matters.

Business Law

Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

Real Estate Law

Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate

Divorce

Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

DUI & DWI

Personal Injury

Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

Cannabis & Marijuana Law

Marijuana Business Formation, Medical Marijuana

Appeals & Appellate

Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals

• Civil Litigation
• Information Security & Privacy Law

Q. Am I able to just leave with my children legally?

July 7, 2021

A: He's wrong. Mothers are presumed to be the custodial parents if unmarried at time of birth and if paternity is not established. You are free to leave with your children. If he is abusive, you may want to consider contacting an attorney, legal aid, or your local domestic relations court to find out about civil protective orders.

Q. My friend got a debt collection letter to appear in court.

July 7, 2021

A: The question is a bit vague, but generally speaking, the debt collector (or the party owed the debt) can file a lawsuit if they have proof that the debt is valid, outstanding, and binding on your friend. They don't need a SSN to file the suit and the debt does not have to appear on the credit report - in fact, not all debts appear on credit reports. Your friend should contact an attorney to discuss their rights, potential resolution of the debt, and other options. If your friend has been sued, then they definitely need to contact an attorney. Thanks.

Q. Must I have a 'Business Account' at a bank for my Single-Owner-LLC...or could I set-up a separate 'Personal Account'?

July 7, 2021

A: I agree. While not legally required, it is crucial to separating yourself from your corporate entity. While a separate "personal account" could probably be defended as not "co-mingling" if you keep stellar records, it is easy to maintain an independent business account to ensure no hint of co-mingling. Plus, it provides added benefits, such as streamlining accounting, payroll and distributions, tax preparation, and can help you to establish business credit. Further, always remember that corporate checks / debit cards will have the company name on them, whereas, an independent personal account would not. Your LLC is not just a shield against personal liability, it is a vehicle to establish credibility and hopefully branding in your community. Hope this helps.