Atty. David Hampton Cullis
David Hampton Cullis is a lawyer practicing tax, estates and estate planning law, business planning law and 5 other areas of law. David received a degree from The Ohio State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Business Planning Law & More Attorney · Serving Cleveland, OH · 46+ Years Experience
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About David Hampton Cullis at a Glance
David Hampton Cullis is a criminal defense, family law, estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1980) and Ohio (1980). Educated at Georgetown University (LL.M. Taxation, 1989) and The Ohio State University (B.Sc. University, 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Hampton Cullis
- David Hampton Cullis is a lawyer practicing tax, estates and estate planning law, business planning law and 5 other areas of law
- David received a degree from The Ohio State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
- David practices in Cleveland, OH
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David Hampton Cullis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Hampton Cullis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cleveland.
Criminal Defense in Cleveland
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Cleveland
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Cleveland
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 in Cleveland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David Hampton Cullis is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Tax Law in Cleveland
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
David Hampton Cullis is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Ohio →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cleveland
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 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.
Cleveland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cleveland-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 Cleveland Choose David Hampton Cullis
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 David Hampton Cullis's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, estate planning, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Hampton Cullis brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania and Ohio, David Hampton Cullis can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, family law, and estate planning, David Hampton Cullis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cleveland
A Cleveland-based practice means David Hampton Cullis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Hampton Cullis Handles in Cleveland
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