Hoover Law Office, LLC

01/26/2026

While our office will be closed tomorrow, January 26th, we will be working as if the office was open!

Why? Because we have technology that never needs a sick day or day off.

Can do.

Sunshine to ya!

12/21/2025

On today’s issue of “Sunday law,” we explore the world of Wills.

So, recently, I saw that my local bank was offering “free Wills” to its customers. Curious, I looked at the terms and conditions. Well, you might as well do it yourself, which is a bad idea. No one actually represents you and the costs are subject to your needs. Lots of disclaimers. Free. Ha ha. (I wonder whom will show up to court if there is a Will contest, which is a very expensive and avoidable lawsuit where family members fight over an estate?).

What the heck is the purpose of a Will? Well, either you have it or your family might suffer needlessly after you are gone. Without one, the estate might need a bond (a costly insurance policy), the costs to probate are higher, and your estate is subject to the laws as set by your friends in the government.

I have had to have the conversation many times about bonds, and that a surviving spouse doesn’t necessarily take all. That is really a shocker to a grieving spouse.

Do yourself a favor this holiday season: give us a call. Do not delay. Protect your family. Plan to avoid probate and for Medicaid qualification. Talk to us about advanced directives to avoid more costly issues, like guardianship.

Protect.your.family. Hard stop.

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah!

12/14/2025

Welcome to our new “Sunday law” series!

We hope you enjoy these posts which are food for thought.

As a homeowner, you sometimes have to hire a contractor to help with an issue. Plumbing, electrical, roofing. It is expensive but necessary for your biggest investment. But sometimes things go sideways.

Before you hire: check out whether your local city or township has a requirement that contractors register. Check out their online reviews.

Most importantly, make sure you get it in writing in a signed contract!

The scope of work, the timeline, the cost. There are many issues that need to go into a construction contract. Because if you don’t sign a proper contract, you might have an issue that will set you up for foreclosure. Yes, foreclosure—from a mechanic’s lien! And definitely a lot of heartache.

If you need to ask questions about construction work, let us know. It is better to measure twice and cut once.

09/04/2025

Lately, I’ve seen a lot of advertisements for “free” or “cheap” Wills. Why do you need a Will at all? Let me tell you about the horror stories of people who did not have one. Let me tell you the stories about people who got a cheap or free will—they did not end well.

Look, folks, if you don’t have a Will, you are doing yourself harm.

See a local attorney like me for cost-effective estate planning and save yourself a horror story.

08/17/2025

Many people ask me: what kind of lawyer are you?

Well, the answer lies not in the types of law I practice, but my philosophy about the law.

I remember back in law school Judge Mary Caciopo came and talked to our class. She was a graduate of the then Akron School of Law (now the University of Akron School of Law), clas of 1945. Judge Caciopo was a lawyer of many firsts. She said that to be a good lawyer you have to love the law.

Indeed I do, and I identify as a Constitutional Conservative dedicated to the rule of law as written, and have dedicated more than twenty years to upholding the law.

That is my philosophy.

08/11/2025

In the past two business days I’ve met so many wonderful first-time home buyers at the closing table. And I also got to reconnect with five realtors who are true professionals!

I truly value your business and thank you for your trust.

08/10/2025

08/10/2025

Hi everyone! We’re back on social media.

We wanted to let everyone know that Attorney Hoover will be personally handling all closings to deliver the highest level of personal service.

12/31/2024

The time: December 31, 2014.

The place: our former office in Fostoria at the historic First National Bank building. The picture was taken at dusk, and does not really do justice to the beauty of that particular sunset.

The sky seemed to be on fire that night in a way I had never seen before or since. Much has changed since then. Our office is now in Tiffin, the county seat of Seneca County, and our beloved home town now.

My many thanks to our clients and to our courts for their support in 2024.

12/24/2024

As a friendly reminder, our firm will not be assisting any client with complying with the Corporate Transparency Act requirements. If ou need to handle this yourself if you own an LLC or corporation. Time is running out.

08/20/2024

It’s a little secret that since 2007 we have recovered almost $1 million for clients hurt through wrongful death and personal injury. These were a handful of cases.

The missing piece is the folks who are hurt through medical negligence.

To that end we will be looking to eventually offer our services to those hurt by negligent doctors.

I will take supreme satisfaction in this endeavor.

06/01/2024

You have other choices in Tiffin and in Fostoria. We have been associated with First American Title for over six years.

Check us out! We close fast and offer all the services.

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