Atty. Gerald Wayne Cowden

Atty. Gerald Wayne Cowden

Mr. Gerald Wayne Cowden is a lawyer practicing corporate, corporate finance, banking law and 5 other areas of law.

Cleveland Cleveland 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Gerald Wayne Cowden at a glance

Gerald Wayne Cowden is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Cowden & Humphrey Co. LPA. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1975). Educated at University of Akron (J.D., 1975) and Washington & Jefferson College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Akron (Member: Young Lawyers School Program 1975-1980, Corporate Section), Ohio State (Member: Corporation Section Taxation Committee Partnership Subcommittee) and American (Member: Corporation Law Committee Taxation Committee) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Gerald Wayne Cowden is a lawyer practicing corporate, corporate finance, banking law and 5 other areas of law
  • Gerald received a B.A. degree from Washington & Jefferson College in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Gerald practices at Cowden & Humphrey Co. LPA in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald Wayne Cowden's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Wayne Cowden handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Gerald Wayne Cowden

Where is Gerald Wayne Cowden's law office located?
Gerald Wayne Cowden's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Cowden & Humphrey Co. LPA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald Wayne Cowden handle?
Gerald Wayne Cowden focuses on business, real estate, tax, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Gerald Wayne Cowden practiced law?
Gerald Wayne Cowden has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Gerald Wayne Cowden go to law school?
Gerald Wayne Cowden earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Gerald Wayne Cowden for a consultation?
You can contact Gerald Wayne Cowden 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 Gerald Wayne Cowden received?
Gerald Wayne Cowden's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Akron
- 1975
B.A.
Washington & Jefferson College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1975

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