Atty. Derek Alan Younkman

Atty. Derek Alan Younkman

Derek Alan Younkman is a lawyer practicing estate planning, corporate & incorporation, probate and 3 other areas of law. Derek received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Lima Lima 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Derek Alan Younkman at a glance

Derek Alan Younkman is an Associate based in Lima, Ohio, practicing at Cory, Meredith, Witter & Smith, L.P.A.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on formation, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1993) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1996). Educated at Capital University Law School (J.D., 1993) and Miami University (B.A., 1989). Active member of Allen, Logan and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Lima, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Derek Alan Younkman is a lawyer practicing estate planning, corporate & incorporation, probate and 3 other areas of law
  • Derek received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Derek practices at Cory, Meredith, Witter & Smith, L.P.A. in Lima, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Alan Younkman's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Derek Alan Younkman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant 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 Lima 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 Derek Alan Younkman

Where is Derek Alan Younkman's law office located?
Derek Alan Younkman's law practice is located in Lima, Ohio. The firm is Cory, Meredith, Witter & Smith, L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Alan Younkman handle?
Derek Alan Younkman focuses on formation, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Derek Alan Younkman practiced law?
Derek Alan Younkman has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Derek Alan Younkman go to law school?
Derek Alan Younkman earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Derek Alan Younkman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Capital University Law School
- 1993
B.A.
Miami University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1996

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