Atty. David K. Holmquist

Atty. David K. Holmquist

Dave is a director, general counsel and corporate secretary for Fairfield Avenue Leasing Co. and Reichard Industries, Inc., Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and General Counsel for Fireline, Inc., among others. He was also general counsel and secretary of Ajax Magnethermic Corporation.

Youngstown Youngstown 65 yrs experience 65 year
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About David K. Holmquist at a glance

David K. Holmquist is an Of Counsel based in Youngstown, Ohio, practicing at Henderson, Covington, Messenger, Newman & Thomas Co., L.P.A.. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1961) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1961). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1961) and Ohio University The Ohio State University (B.S.B.A., 1958). Active member of Mahoning County Bar Association (Member, Corporate Counsel Section, 1971 - 1979) Chairman (1975–1976) Trumbull County Bar Association Ohio State Bar Association. Serands clients in Youngstown, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Dave is a director, general counsel and corporate secretary for Fairfield Avenue Leasing Co. and Reichard Industries, Inc., Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and General Counsel for Fireline, Inc., among others
  • He was also general counsel and secretary of Ajax Magnethermic Corporation
  • He counseled Fireline, Inc. in forming a federally-approved ESOP, and serves as its trustee
  • Prior to joining the firm in 1979, Dave was in-house counsel to Ajax Magnethermic Corporation
  • His practice is concentrated in the areas of mergers, acquisitions, corporate law, contract negotiation and documentation and labor relations
  • In addition to his legal practice, he has been very active in the community
  • He was an organizer and founder of the Ohio Performing Arts Company, a non-profit professional touring children’s theater, and the Fine Arts Music Education Conservatory
  • Dave has been a member of the Ohio State Bar Association since 1971 and served as chairman of the Corporate Counsel Section from 1975-1976
  • He is also a member of the Mahoning and Trumbull County Bar Associations

Practice Areas Explained

David K. Holmquist's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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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 Youngstown 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 K. Holmquist

Where is David K. Holmquist's law office located?
David K. Holmquist's law practice is located in Youngstown, Ohio. The firm is Henderson, Covington, Messenger, Newman & Thomas Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David K. Holmquist handle?
David K. Holmquist focuses on employment, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has David K. Holmquist practiced law?
David K. Holmquist has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did David K. Holmquist go to law school?
David K. Holmquist earned their education at (J.D., 1961); (B.S.B.A., 1958).
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Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1961
B.S.B.A.
Ohio University The Ohio State University
- 1958

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1961
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1961

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