Paul E. Howell

 
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Paul has been practicing law in West-Central Ohio since his graduation from Ohio Northern University and admission to the Ohio bar in 1985.  He has extensive experience as a trial lawyer in federal, state, and local courts and has devoted many years to government services as the Mercer County Prosecuting Attorney (1992-2000) and solicitor for several villages.

Paul sees technology and the increasingly diverse needs of our society as dynamic forces in the practice of law.  He strives to practice in accordance with the highest ethical standards while protecting the rights of our clients to the fullest.  A priority is to maintain advanced computer technology, while devoting significant time and resources to his continuing legal education.  This philosophy enables him to provide timely, quality legal services at a reasonable fee.

He has a broad base of experience in several areas, but today he devotes most of his practice to personal injury, wrongful death, auto accidents, criminal defense, and similar matters requiring courtroom experience and advocacy skills.  He is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association and the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.  Most of his practice serves people in times of crisis or difficulty, especially those who have never had to confront the challenges of dealing with our legal system.  He also speaks Spanish and is able to serve the Latino community.  His experience and court room skills help his clients navigate the maze of confusion and successfully weather the storm in their lives.

Paul lives in Coldwater with his wife Joyce, who teaches Language Arts at Coldwater Junior High.  Their three grown children, Matt, Dean and Paula all attend college.  Paul has travelled extensively throughout Latin America and is an avid golfer.  He is also the President of the Board of Directors of Foundations Behavioral Health Services, Inc., and an active member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church.