Jacintha Kraft Balch

Jacintha Kraft Balch, JD, is a highly experienced and accomplished attorney specializing in estate planning, probate, and trust law. With over 30 years of legal expertise, Jacintha has built a reputation for providing practical and effective solutions to her clients. She is an Ohio State Bar Association Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Probate, and Trust, and she has earned the highest AV® rating from Martindale-Hubbell for her exceptional legal skills and ethical standards.

Jacintha holds a Bachelor of Arts, summa cum laude, from Wittenberg University and a Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the University of Michigan Law School.

Jacintha began her professional journey at Vorys, Sater, Seymour, and Pease, focusing on estate planning, probate, and healthcare law. Later, Jacintha led Huntington National Bank’s trust estate-planning department for six years before founding Balch Law in 1991. Her firm is dedicated to offering tailored estate planning services to clients, including small business owners navigating complex legal and financial landscapes.

Jacintha has contributed significantly to the legal and local communities throughout her career. She served as Co-Chair of The Columbus Foundation’s Professional Advisors Council, where she helped educate professional advisors on advanced estate planning techniques. She also served on the Franklin Park Conservatory and Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio boards, reflecting her commitment to community service.

Jacintha Kraft Balch, JD, is an active member of the Columbus Bar Association and the Ohio State Bar Association, where she has chaired the Estate Planning Committee. A frequent speaker at legal education events, she shares her knowledge with attorneys and community groups, empowering others with estate planning strategies. Her expertise has been recognized by CEO Magazine, naming her one of Central Ohio’s Top Lawyers since 2009.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner, Balch Law
• Member, The Columbus Foundation’s Professional Council
• Member, Columbus Bar Association
• Member, Ohio State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Ohio

Education

• University of Michigan Law School
  Juris Degree (JD)
• Wittenberg University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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