Atty. David Rush Watkins

Atty. David Rush Watkins

David Rush Watkins is a lawyer practicing agricultural, bankruptcy, corporate and 9 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Bellefontaine Bellefontaine 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About David Rush Watkins at a glance

David Rush Watkins is a Member based in Bellefontaine, Ohio, practicing at Thompson, Dunlap & Heydinger, Ltd.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District (1976). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1976) and The Ohio State University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Columbus, Logan County and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Bellefontaine, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Rush Watkins is a lawyer practicing agricultural, bankruptcy, corporate and 9 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • David practices at Thompson, Dunlap & Heydinger, Ltd. in Bellefontaine, OH

Practice Areas Explained

David Rush Watkins's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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

Probate

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

David Rush Watkins is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

David Rush Watkins is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Bellefontaine 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 Rush Watkins

Where is David Rush Watkins's law office located?
David Rush Watkins's law practice is located in Bellefontaine, Ohio. The firm is Thompson, Dunlap & Heydinger, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Rush Watkins handle?
David Rush Watkins focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has David Rush Watkins practiced law?
David Rush Watkins has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did David Rush Watkins go to law school?
David Rush Watkins earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact David Rush Watkins for a consultation?
You can contact David Rush Watkins 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 Rush Watkins received?
David Rush Watkins's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1976
B.S.
The Ohio State University
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District
Admitted: 1976

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