Atty. Douglas Robert Fouts

Atty. Douglas Robert Fouts

Douglas Robert Fouts is a lawyer practicing medicaid planning, estate and gift taxation, trust and 18 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Muskingum College in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

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About Douglas Robert Fouts at a glance

Douglas Robert Fouts is a Principal based in Solon, Ohio, practicing at Douglas R. Fouts Attorney at Law. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on divorce, wills, contracts, trusts, and probate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1975), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (2001). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1975) and Muskingum College (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Ohio State Bar Association. Serands clients in Solon, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Douglas Robert Fouts is a lawyer practicing medicaid planning, estate and gift taxation, trust and 18 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Muskingum College in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Douglas practices at Douglas R. Fouts Attorney at Law in Solon, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Robert Fouts's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Robert Fouts 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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Wills

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Contracts

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Trusts

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Probate

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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 Solon 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 Robert Fouts

Where is Douglas Robert Fouts's law office located?
Douglas Robert Fouts's law practice is located in Solon, Ohio. The firm is Douglas R. Fouts Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Robert Fouts handle?
Douglas Robert Fouts focuses on divorce, wills, contracts, trusts, probate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Douglas Robert Fouts practiced law?
Douglas Robert Fouts has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Douglas Robert Fouts go to law school?
Douglas Robert Fouts earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Douglas Robert Fouts for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas Robert Fouts received?
Douglas Robert Fouts's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1975
B.A.
Muskingum College
- 1972

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2001

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