Atty. Margaret A. McDevitt
Margaret A. McDevitt is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, corporate, business law and 3 other areas of law.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Akron, OH · 41+ Years Experience
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About Margaret A. McDevitt at a Glance
Margaret A. McDevitt is an Associate based in Akron, Ohio. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, government, and military. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1985), Nebraska (1992), U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska (1992), and Iowa (1997). Educated at University of Oklahoma (M.Ed. University, 1989) and Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Ohio State Bar Association. Serves clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Margaret A. McDevitt
- Margaret A. McDevitt is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, corporate, business law and 3 other areas of law
- Margaret received a M.Ed. degree from University of Oklahoma in 1989, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Margaret practices in Akron, OH
Practice Areas Explained
Margaret A. McDevitt's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Margaret A. McDevitt handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Akron.
Business & Corporate Law in Akron
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Akron
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Margaret A. McDevitt is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →
Government & Administrative Law in Akron
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Military Law in Akron
Military attorneys for court-martial, discharge upgrades, veterans benefits, and military family matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Akron
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 Akron 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 venue, 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.
Akron Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Akron-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Akron Choose Margaret A. McDevitt
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Margaret A. McDevitt's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, government, and military.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Margaret A. McDevitt brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio, Nebraska, and U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska, Margaret A. McDevitt can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and government, Margaret A. McDevitt can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Akron
A Akron-based practice means Margaret A. McDevitt attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Margaret A. McDevitt Handles in Akron
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