Atty. David Kern

Atty. David Kern

David Kern is a lawyer practicing taxation, nonprofit & foundation, employee benefits and 9 other areas of law. David received a B.S.B.A. degree from The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio in 1990, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Akron Akron 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About David Kern at a glance

David Kern is an Office Partner-in-Charge based in Akron, Ohio. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1990) and Pennsylvania Bar U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1992). Educated at Capital University Law School, Columbus, Ohio (J.D., 1990) and The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio (B.S.B.A. Tulane, 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Civic Involvement •Trustee: Jewish Community Board of Akron •Trustee: Akron-Canton Regional Food Bank Foundation •Completed C, P, and A. Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Kern is a lawyer practicing taxation, nonprofit & foundation, employee benefits and 9 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S.B.A. degree from The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio in 1990, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • David practices in Akron, OH

Practice Areas Explained

David Kern's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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

Probate

David Kern 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 Kern is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Employment Law

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

David Kern is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

David Kern is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Akron 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 Kern

Where is David Kern's law office located?
David Kern's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Kern handle?
David Kern focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has David Kern practiced law?
David Kern has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did David Kern go to law school?
David Kern earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S.B.A. Tulane, 1990).
How can I contact David Kern for a consultation?
You can contact David Kern 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 Kern received?
David Kern's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Capital University Law School, Columbus, Ohio
- 1990
B.S.B.A. Tulane
The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1990
Pennsylvania Bar U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1992

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