Atty. David Allyn Lum

Atty. David Allyn Lum

David Allyn Lum is a lawyer practicing business and corporate, real estate and construction, mergers and acquisitions and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Tufts University, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About David Allyn Lum at a glance

David Allyn Lum is a Principal based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., L.P.A.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Ohio United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit United States District Court for the North (1994) and Ohio Supreme Court (1994). Educated at Case Western Reserve School of Law J.D. cum laude (—) and Tufts University B.A. English/Psychology (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Allyn Lum is a lawyer practicing business and corporate, real estate and construction, mergers and acquisitions and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Tufts University, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • David practices at McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., L.P.A. in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

David Allyn Lum's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Allyn Lum handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Education Law

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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 David Allyn Lum

Where is David Allyn Lum's law office located?
David Allyn Lum's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Allyn Lum handle?
David Allyn Lum focuses on business, real estate, m&a, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has David Allyn Lum practiced law?
David Allyn Lum has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did David Allyn Lum go to law school?
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How can I contact David Allyn Lum for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Allyn Lum received?
David Allyn Lum's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

Case Western Reserve School of Law J.D. cum laude
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Tufts University B.A. English/Psychology
- In Progress

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Ohio United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit United States District Court for the North
Admitted: 1994
Ohio Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994

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