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Atty. Bernard Leroy Karr

Atty. Bernard Leroy Karr

Bernard Leroy Karr is a lawyer practicing estate planning and probate, probate and estate administration, transfer tax planning and audit representation and 2 other areas of law. Bernard received a B.S. degree from Bowling Green State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Bernard Leroy Karr at a glance

Bernard Leroy Karr is a Senior Counsel based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at McDonald Hopkins LLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio U.S. Tax Court (1973). Educated at The Ohio State University College of Law (J.D., 1973) and Bowling Green State University (B.S. New, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Membership •Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association •Ohio State Bar Association. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bernard Leroy Karr is a lawyer practicing estate planning and probate, probate and estate administration, transfer tax planning and audit representation and 2 other areas of law
  • Bernard received a B.S. degree from Bowling Green State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Bernard practices at McDonald Hopkins LLC in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Bernard Leroy Karr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernard Leroy Karr handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Bernard Leroy Karr is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Bernard Leroy Karr is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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 Cleveland 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bernard Leroy Karr

Where is Bernard Leroy Karr's law office located?
Bernard Leroy Karr's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is McDonald Hopkins LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernard Leroy Karr handle?
Bernard Leroy Karr focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Bernard Leroy Karr practiced law?
Bernard Leroy Karr has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Bernard Leroy Karr go to law school?
Bernard Leroy Karr earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S. New, 1969).
How can I contact Bernard Leroy Karr for a consultation?
You can contact Bernard Leroy Karr directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bernard Leroy Karr received?
Bernard Leroy Karr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University College of Law
- 1973
B.S. New
Bowling Green State University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1973

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