Atty. Frank R. DeSantis

Atty. Frank R. DeSantis

Frank R. DeSantis is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate, business and 4 other areas of law.

Cleveland Cleveland 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Frank R. DeSantis at a glance

Frank R. DeSantis is a Chair, Conflicts of Interest/Ethics Committee based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Thompson Hine LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1980), Tax Court (1980), Ohio (1983), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1984). Educated at Gonzaga University School of Law (J.D., 1979) and Gannon University (M.B.A. Mercyhurst, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Frank R. DeSantis is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate, business and 4 other areas of law
  • Frank received a M.B.A. degree from Gannon University in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Frank practices at Thompson Hine LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Frank R. DeSantis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frank R. DeSantis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Business & Corporate Law

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

Frank R. DeSantis is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Product Liability

Frank R. DeSantis is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Ohio →

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 Frank R. DeSantis

Where is Frank R. DeSantis's law office located?
Frank R. DeSantis'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 Frank R. DeSantis handle?
Frank R. DeSantis focuses on personal injury, business, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Frank R. DeSantis practiced law?
Frank R. DeSantis has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Frank R. DeSantis go to law school?
Frank R. DeSantis earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (M.B.A. Mercyhurst, 1977).
How can I contact Frank R. DeSantis for a consultation?
You can contact Frank R. DeSantis 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 Frank R. DeSantis received?
Frank R. DeSantis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Gonzaga University School of Law
- 1979
M.B.A. Mercyhurst
Gannon University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1980
Tax Court
Admitted: 1980
Ohio
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2001

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