William S. Cole has assisted local families, businesses, and property owners with navigating life's most important legal matters for nearly 50 years. From estate planning and probate to real estate transactions, business formation, family law, criminal and OVI defense, and civil litigation, Bill provides the experienced guidance and practical solutions clients need when the stakes are highest.

Bill is a proud father and grandfather of six. His two adult children work alongside him: Evan as a lawyer and Ashley as a title agent with Warranty Title Agency.

• Bar admissions:

  • State of Ohio

  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio

  • United States Supreme Court

• Education:

  • Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

  • Ohio University

• Memberships:

  • Jackson County Bar Association

  • Ohio State Bar Association

  • Southern Hills Arts Council

  • Jackson Area Festivals and Events (JAFE)

  • Jackson Rotary Club, Past President

  • Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce, Former Board Member of 39 years

• Recognition:

  • James A. Rhodes Leadership and Public Service Award (2024)

  • Grand Marshal of the Jackson Apple Festival (2024)

  • Red Coat Club Inductee: 35-plus years of service to the Jackson Apple Festival and JAFE (2025)