Atty. Alan Christopher Devries
Alan Christopher Devries is a lawyer practicing technology, corporate/business, immigration and 2 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 2006, and has been licensed for 15 years.
Corporate/Business & More Attorney · Serving Columbus, OH · 15+ Years Experience
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About Alan Christopher Devries at a Glance
Alan Christopher Devries is a Staff Attorney based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on immigration, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2011). Educated at The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law (J.D., 2011) and The Ohio State University (B.A., 2006). Serves clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan Christopher Devries
- Alan Christopher Devries is a lawyer practicing technology, corporate/business, immigration and 2 other areas of law
- Alan received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 2006, and has been licensed for 15 years
- Alan practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Columbus, OH
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Alan Christopher Devries's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan Christopher Devries handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbus.
Immigration Law in Columbus
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
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Business & Corporate Law in Columbus
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Columbus
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbus
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Columbus Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbus-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Columbus Choose Alan Christopher Devries
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan Christopher Devries's practice in the field of immigration, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan Christopher Devries brings 15+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering immigration, business, and litigation, Alan Christopher Devries can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Columbus
A Columbus-based practice means Alan Christopher Devries attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Alan Christopher Devries Handles in Columbus
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Alan Christopher Devries has experience with under Ohio law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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