Atty. David Melvin Spotts

Atty. David Melvin Spotts

David Melvin Spotts is a lawyer practicing general civil practice in all state and federal courts, insurance, products liability and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from United States Merchant Marine Academy in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Ashtabula Ashtabula 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About David Melvin Spotts at a glance

David Melvin Spotts is a Member based in Ashtabula, Ohio, practicing at David M. Spotts. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation, environmental, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1975) and Illinois (1986). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1975) and United States Merchant Marine Academy (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Federal Bar Association Maritime Law Association of the United States International Shipmasters Association Ashtabula Bar Association Ohio State Bar Association. Serands clients in Ashtabula, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Melvin Spotts is a lawyer practicing general civil practice in all state and federal courts, insurance, products liability and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from United States Merchant Marine Academy in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • David practices at David M. Spotts in Ashtabula, OH

Practice Areas Explained

David Melvin Spotts's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

David Melvin Spotts is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

David Melvin Spotts is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Ohio →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

David Melvin Spotts is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Ashtabula 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 Melvin Spotts

Where is David Melvin Spotts's law office located?
David Melvin Spotts's law practice is located in Ashtabula, Ohio. The firm is David M. Spotts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Melvin Spotts handle?
David Melvin Spotts focuses on personal injury, product liability, litigation, environmental, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has David Melvin Spotts practiced law?
David Melvin Spotts has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did David Melvin Spotts go to law school?
David Melvin Spotts earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact David Melvin Spotts for a consultation?
You can contact David Melvin Spotts 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 Melvin Spotts received?
David Melvin Spotts's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1975
B.S.
United States Merchant Marine Academy
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1975
Illinois
Admitted: 1986

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