Atty. Michael David Zaverton
Michael David Zaverton is a lawyer practicing commercial, creditors' rights and bankruptcy, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1975, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Cleveland, OH · 39+ Years Experience
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About Michael David Zaverton at a Glance
Michael David Zaverton is a employment, business, bankruptcy, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Ohio United States District and Bankruptcy Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio Un (1987). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Colgate University (B.A. History, 1975). Active member of Professional & Community Associations •Member of the Executive Board of the North Coast Men's Chorus, 2002-2008, 2011 to present •President of the North Coast Men's Chorus, 2005-2008. Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael David Zaverton
- Michael David Zaverton is a lawyer practicing commercial, creditors' rights and bankruptcy, commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1975, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Michael practices in Cleveland, OH
Practice Areas Explained
Michael David Zaverton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael David Zaverton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cleveland.
Employment Law in Cleveland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael David Zaverton is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →
Business & Corporate Law in Cleveland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael David Zaverton is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Cleveland
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael David Zaverton is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Litigation in Cleveland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael David Zaverton is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Appellate Practice in Cleveland
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cleveland
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 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.
Cleveland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cleveland-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 Cleveland Choose Michael David Zaverton
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 Michael David Zaverton's practice in the field of employment, business, bankruptcy, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael David Zaverton brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and bankruptcy, Michael David Zaverton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cleveland
A Cleveland-based practice means Michael David Zaverton 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 Michael David Zaverton Handles in Cleveland
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