Atty. Deborah Zider Read

Atty. Deborah Zider Read

Ms. Deborah Zider Read is a lawyer practicing real estate, tax, health care.

Cleveland Cleveland 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Deborah Zider Read at a glance

Deborah Zider Read is a Managing Partner; Executive Committee, Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Thompson Hine LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on real estate, tax, and health care. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1982), Massachusetts (1983), District of Columbia (1985), and Ohio (1987). Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Ohio University (A.B., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association (Tax Law Section) American Health Lawyers Association District of Columbia Bar Cleveland Tax Institute (Panel Chair) In Counsel with Women. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Deborah Zider Read is a lawyer practicing real estate, tax, health care
  • Deborah received a A.B. degree from Ohio University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Deborah practices at Thompson Hine LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Deborah Zider Read's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing 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 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 Zider Read

Where is Deborah Zider Read's law office located?
Deborah Zider Read's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Thompson Hine LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Deborah Zider Read handle?
Deborah Zider Read focuses on real estate, tax, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Deborah Zider Read practiced law?
Deborah Zider Read has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Deborah Zider Read go to law school?
Deborah Zider Read earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B., 1979).
How can I contact Deborah Zider Read for a consultation?
You can contact Deborah Zider Read 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 Zider Read received?
Deborah Zider Read's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1982
A.B.
Ohio University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1982
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1983
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1985
Ohio
Admitted: 1987

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