Atty. Howard Grant Stephenson

Atty. Howard Grant Stephenson

Howard Grant Stephenson is a lawyer practicing commercial & bankruptcy law, agriculture, banking and 7 other areas of law. Howard received a B.A. degree from Ohio University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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Profile Summary

About Howard Grant Stephenson at a glance

Howard Grant Stephenson is a Partner based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and tax. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court (1990). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1979) and Ohio University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Columbus, Ohio State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Howard Grant Stephenson is a lawyer practicing commercial & bankruptcy law, agriculture, banking and 7 other areas of law
  • Howard received a B.A. degree from Ohio University in 1971, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Howard practices at Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Howard Grant Stephenson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Grant Stephenson 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Howard Grant Stephenson is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

Tax Law

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

Howard Grant Stephenson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Columbus 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 Howard Grant Stephenson

Where is Howard Grant Stephenson's law office located?
Howard Grant Stephenson's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard Grant Stephenson handle?
Howard Grant Stephenson focuses on business, bankruptcy, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Howard Grant Stephenson practiced law?
Howard Grant Stephenson has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Howard Grant Stephenson go to law school?
Howard Grant Stephenson earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Howard Grant Stephenson for a consultation?
You can contact Howard Grant Stephenson 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 Howard Grant Stephenson received?
Howard Grant Stephenson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1979
B.A.
Ohio University
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990

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