Atty. David Craig Shade

Atty. David Craig Shade

David Craig Shade is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate, business and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Ohio University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Delaware Delaware 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About David Craig Shade at a glance

David Craig Shade is a Member based in Delaware, Ohio, practicing at Shade & Shade. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1973). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1973) and Ohio University (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Columbus, Delaware County (Past President) and Ohio State (Member, Real Estate Board of Governors) Bar Associations Ohio Bar Foundation. Serands clients in Delaware, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Craig Shade is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate, business and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Ohio University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • David practices at Shade & Shade in Delaware, OH

Practice Areas Explained

David Craig Shade's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

David Craig Shade is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

David Craig Shade 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.

David Craig Shade 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.

David Craig Shade 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.

David Craig Shade 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 Delaware 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 Craig Shade

Where is David Craig Shade's law office located?
David Craig Shade's law practice is located in Delaware, Ohio. The firm is Shade & Shade. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Craig Shade handle?
David Craig Shade 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 David Craig Shade practiced law?
David Craig Shade has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did David Craig Shade go to law school?
David Craig Shade earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact David Craig Shade for a consultation?
You can contact David Craig Shade 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 David Craig Shade received?
David Craig Shade's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1973
B.S.
Ohio University
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1973

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