Atty. David James Coyle
David James Coyle is a lawyer practicing banking, commercial & bankruptcy law, bankruptcy, insolvency and creditors' rights, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. David received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Banking, Commercial & Bankruptcy Law & More Attorney · Serving Toledo, OH · 39+ Years Experience
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About David James Coyle at a Glance
David James Coyle is a Partner based in Toledo, Ohio, practicing at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1987) and Ohio State Courts United States Supreme Court United States District Court Northern and Southern Dis (1987). Educated at Ohio State University (J.D., 1987) and Ball State University (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Board of Trustees (Former President) (2001-2015) •Advocates for Basic Legal Equality, Inc and Former President) (2001-2015, Board of Trustees. Serves clients in Toledo, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David James Coyle
- David James Coyle is a lawyer practicing banking, commercial & bankruptcy law, bankruptcy, insolvency and creditors' rights, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law
- David received a B.S. degree from Ball State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
- David practices at Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP in Toledo, OH
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David James Coyle's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David James Coyle handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Toledo.
Personal Injury in Toledo
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
David James Coyle is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →
Business & Corporate Law in Toledo
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David James Coyle is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Toledo
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
David James Coyle is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Litigation in Toledo
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David James Coyle is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Toledo
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 Toledo 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.
Toledo Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Toledo-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 Toledo Choose David James Coyle
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 James Coyle's practice in the field of personal injury, business, bankruptcy, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David James Coyle brings 39+ 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 Ohio and Ohio State Courts United States Supreme Court United States District Court Northern and Southern Dis, David James Coyle can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and bankruptcy, David James Coyle can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Toledo
A Toledo-based practice means David James Coyle 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 James Coyle Handles in Toledo
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David James Coyle has experience with under Ohio law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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