Atty. Frederick Douglas Middleton

Atty. Frederick Douglas Middleton

Frederick Douglas Middleton is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, civil rights, corporate and 20 other areas of law. Frederick received a B.A. degree from Howard University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Frederick Douglas Middleton at a glance

Frederick Douglas Middleton is a Lead Attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Frederick D. Middleton Esq LLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1973). Educated at Howard University (J.D., 1973) and Howard University (B.A., 1970). Active member of Cuyahoga and Ohio State Bar Associations Norman S and Minor Bar Association American Arbitration Association. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Frederick Douglas Middleton is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, civil rights, corporate and 20 other areas of law
  • Frederick received a B.A. degree from Howard University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Frederick practices at Frederick D. Middleton Esq LLC in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Frederick Douglas Middleton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick Douglas Middleton 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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Trusts

Frederick Douglas Middleton is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

Frederick Douglas Middleton is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

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.

Frederick Douglas Middleton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Frederick Douglas Middleton

Where is Frederick Douglas Middleton's law office located?
Frederick Douglas Middleton's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Frederick D. Middleton Esq LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederick Douglas Middleton handle?
Frederick Douglas Middleton focuses on divorce, trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Frederick Douglas Middleton practiced law?
Frederick Douglas Middleton has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Frederick Douglas Middleton go to law school?
Frederick Douglas Middleton earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Frederick Douglas Middleton for a consultation?
You can contact Frederick Douglas Middleton 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.

Education

J.D.
Howard University
- 1973
B.A.
Howard University
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1973

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