Atty. Douglas Alan Dipalma

Atty. Douglas Alan Dipalma

Douglas Alan Dipalma is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment law, civil litigation. Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Alan Dipalma at a glance

Douglas Alan Dipalma is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Cavitch, Familo & Durkin Co., LPA. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980), Ohio (1985), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1985). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas Alan Dipalma is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment law, civil litigation
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Douglas practices at Cavitch, Familo & Durkin Co., LPA in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Alan Dipalma's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Douglas Alan Dipalma

Where is Douglas Alan Dipalma's law office located?
Douglas Alan Dipalma's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Cavitch, Familo & Durkin Co., LPA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Alan Dipalma handle?
Douglas Alan Dipalma focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Douglas Alan Dipalma practiced law?
Douglas Alan Dipalma has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Douglas Alan Dipalma go to law school?
Douglas Alan Dipalma earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Douglas Alan Dipalma for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Alan Dipalma 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 Douglas Alan Dipalma received?
Douglas Alan Dipalma's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980
Ohio
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1985

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