Atty. Daniel James Lavalley

Atty. Daniel James Lavalley

Daniel James Lavalley is a lawyer practicing business, corporate, probate & estate planning and 4 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.B.A. degree from University of Toledo in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Sylvania Sylvania 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Daniel James Lavalley at a glance

Daniel James Lavalley is a Member based in Sylvania, Ohio, practicing at LaValley, LaValley, Todak & Schaefer Co., L.P.A.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1985), Florida (1986), and U.S. Tax Court (1986). Educated at University of Toledo (J.D., 1984) and University of Toledo (B.B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Toledo and Ohio State Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Sylvania, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Daniel James Lavalley is a lawyer practicing business, corporate, probate & estate planning and 4 other areas of law
  • Daniel received a B.B.A. degree from University of Toledo in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Daniel practices at LaValley, LaValley, Todak & Schaefer Co., L.P.A. in Sylvania, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel James Lavalley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel James Lavalley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Daniel James Lavalley is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

Daniel James Lavalley is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

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.

Daniel James Lavalley is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Daniel James Lavalley is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Daniel James Lavalley is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Sylvania 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 Daniel James Lavalley

Where is Daniel James Lavalley's law office located?
Daniel James Lavalley's law practice is located in Sylvania, Ohio. The firm is LaValley, LaValley, Todak & Schaefer Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel James Lavalley handle?
Daniel James Lavalley focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Daniel James Lavalley practiced law?
Daniel James Lavalley has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Daniel James Lavalley go to law school?
Daniel James Lavalley earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Daniel James Lavalley for a consultation?
You can contact Daniel James Lavalley 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 Daniel James Lavalley received?
Daniel James Lavalley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Toledo
- 1984
B.B.A.
University of Toledo
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1985
Florida
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1986

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