Atty. Deborah Akers-Parry

Atty. Deborah Akers-Parry

Deborah Akers-Parry is a lawyer practicing family law, alimony, annulment and 77 other areas of law. Deborah received a A.B. degree from Washington University in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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About Deborah Akers-Parry at a glance

Deborah Akers-Parry is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Wolf and Akers A Legal Professional Association. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1976) and U.S. Supreme Court (2008). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1976) and Washington University (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Deborah Akers-Parry is a lawyer practicing family law, alimony, annulment and 77 other areas of law
  • Deborah received a A.B. degree from Washington University in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Deborah practices at Wolf and Akers A Legal Professional Association in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah Akers-Parry's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deborah Akers-Parry handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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 Cleveland 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 Deborah Akers-Parry

Where is Deborah Akers-Parry's law office located?
Deborah Akers-Parry's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Wolf and Akers A Legal Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah Akers-Parry handle?
Deborah Akers-Parry focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Deborah Akers-Parry practiced law?
Deborah Akers-Parry has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Deborah Akers-Parry go to law school?
Deborah Akers-Parry earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact Deborah Akers-Parry for a consultation?
You can contact Deborah Akers-Parry 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 Deborah Akers-Parry received?
Deborah Akers-Parry's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Alimony Annulment Family Law Adoptions Agency Adoptions Assisted Reproductive Technology Child Abduction Child Abuse and Neglect Child Advocacy Child Care Child Custody Child Custody Mediation Child Dependency Child Protection Child Sexual Abuse Child Support Child Welfare Childrens' Rights Cohabitation Agreements Collaborative Family Law Community Property Law Day Care Divorce Divorce Arbitration Divorce Mediation Divorce Taxation Domestic Partnerships Domestic Relations Domestic Torts Domestic Violence Equitable Distribution Family Arbitration Family Mediation Fathers Rights Foster Care Gay and Lesbian Family Law Grandparents Custody Grandparents Visitation Rights Independent Adoptions International Adoptions International Child Abduction International Child Custody International Family Law Interstate Adoptions Interstate Child Custody Interstate Support Juvenile Criminal Law Juvenile Delinquency Juvenile Dependency Juvenile Law Legal Separation Agreements Marital Agreements Marital Property Distribution Marital Property Law Marital Property Settlements Matrimonial Bankruptcy Law Matrimonial Law Military Divorce Name Changes No Fault Divorce Non Traditional Family Law Orphans Court Practice Palimony Parental Kidnapping Parental Rights Parenting Time Paternity Post Divorce Modification Post Nuptial Agreements Premarital Agreements Private Adoptions Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) Restraining Orders Spousal Support Step Parent Adoptions Surrogacy Law Termination Of Parental Rights Third Party Custody Uncontested Divorce Visitation Rights

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1976
A.B.
Washington University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2008

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