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John Lewandowski
Partner
Email: Lewandowski@HML-law.net
Phone: (419) 662-3100
Fax: (419) 662-6533
John Lewandowski is a Toledo probate litigation attorney and Partner at Heban, Murphree & Lewandowski, LLC. His practice is devoted solely to probate litigation and inheritance disputes, and he authors the firm’s blog content to help Ohio families better understand probate administration, will contests, inheritance conflicts, and related estate issues.
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About John Lewandowski
John Lewandowski is a Partner at Heban, Murphree & Lewandowski, LLC, and his practice is devoted solely to probate litigation and inheritance disputes. He represents clients in Ohio estate conflicts involving contested assets, fiduciary issues, estate administration disputes, and other probate-related litigation where careful strategy and courtroom experience matter.
John is licensed to practice law in Ohio and in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio and the Eastern District of Michigan. He has argued cases before United States District Court judges, Ohio appellate courts, and the Ohio Supreme Court, giving clients the benefit of an attorney with meaningful experience at both the trial and appellate levels.
In addition to representing clients, John is also the author behind the HML Law blog. His articles are written to make Ohio probate law easier to understand for families, beneficiaries, executors, and anyone trying to make informed decisions during a difficult time.
Why Work With John
Focused Probate Litigation Practice
John’s practice is devoted solely to probate litigation and inheritance disputes, allowing him to stay deeply focused on the legal issues that drive these cases.
Trial and Appellate Experience
He has argued cases in multiple courts, including Ohio appellate courts and the Ohio Supreme Court, giving clients experienced advocacy when disputes intensify.
Toledo Roots and Ohio Focus
John grew up in Toledo and serves clients with a strong understanding of the legal and practical issues that can affect Ohio probate and estate disputes.
Types of Probate and Inheritance Cases John Handles
Probate disputes are rarely one-size-fits-all. John represents clients in a wide range of contested estate matters, including inheritance rights, fiduciary conduct, estate administration conflicts, and questions about what should happen to estate assets.
Will Contests
Disputes involving the validity of a will, capacity concerns, undue influence allegations, and related probate litigation.
Executor and Fiduciary Disputes
Claims involving mismanagement, conflicts of interest, failure to account, and other issues involving fiduciary responsibilities.
Contested Estate Administration
Disputes over estate procedure, asset handling, probate filings, distributions, and administration decisions.
Inheritance Disputes
Conflicts among heirs, beneficiaries, or interested parties over entitlement to money, property, or other estate assets.
Concealed or Mishandled Assets
Matters involving concerns that estate assets have been hidden, improperly transferred, or wrongfully controlled.
Related Estate and Trust Litigation
Complex disputes that overlap with estate administration, trust issues, or broader civil litigation concerns.
You can also explore our firm’s pages on Probate Law, Will Contest, Estate Administration, and the Ohio Probate Process for more information.
Admissions, Affiliations, and Professional Involvement
Bar Admissions
- Ohio
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Ohio
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court Northern District of Ohio
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court Eastern District of Michigan
Professional Affiliations
- American Bar Association
- Ohio State Bar Association
- Toledo Bar Association
- Lucas County Bar Association
- Wood County Bar Association
John has also lectured at probate litigation seminars for the Ohio Association of Magistrate Judges, the Lucas County Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association, the Toledo Bar Association, and the Society of Financial Service Professionals.
Education and Background
John grew up in Toledo, Ohio, and attended St. John’s Jesuit High School. He graduated magna cum laude from The Ohio State University with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science before earning his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Duquesne University School of Law in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Since its inception, John has been with Heban, Murphree & Lewandowski, LLC. He resides in Toledo with his wife and children and continues to serve clients across Ohio in probate litigation and inheritance disputes.
Education
- Duquesne University School of Law, cum laude
- The Ohio State University, magna cum laude
- St. John’s Jesuit High School
Articles by John Lewandowski
John writes the HML Law blog to give readers practical guidance on Ohio probate law, inheritance issues, and estate disputes. Below are several recent topics that reflect the kinds of issues families and fiduciaries often face.
Joint Bank Accounts and Probate
A helpful look at how joint accounts may be treated when probate questions arise after a loved one’s death.
Ancillary Probate in Ohio
An overview of ancillary probate issues that can come up when estate property crosses state lines.
Inherited 401(k) and IRA Issues
A practical article addressing common questions surrounding inherited retirement accounts and estate planning concerns.
Ohio Probate Bond Requirements
A breakdown of when probate bonds may be required and why they matter in estate administration.
What Happens When an LLC Owner Dies?
A useful read for families dealing with a business interest as part of a probate estate.
Read More Articles by John
Browse the HML Law blog for more probate, estate, and inheritance-related legal insights written by John Lewandowski.
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Contact John Lewandowski
If you are dealing with a probate dispute, inheritance conflict, or contested estate matter in Ohio, HML Law can help you understand your options and move forward strategically.
Call (419) 662-3100