Atty. Michael Lee Wear

Atty. Michael Lee Wear

Michael Lee Wear is a lawyer practicing business, business succession planning, charitable gift planning and 7 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Akron in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Lee Wear at a glance

Michael Lee Wear is a V.P. & Sr. Trust Advsr. based in Akron, Ohio, practicing at Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1995) and U.S. Tax Court (2004). Educated at University of Akron (J.D., 1994) and University of Akron (B.S.B.A., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Lee Wear is a lawyer practicing business, business succession planning, charitable gift planning and 7 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Akron in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michael practices at Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC in Akron, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Lee Wear's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Lee Wear handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Michael Lee Wear is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

Michael Lee Wear is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael Lee Wear is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael Lee Wear is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Tax Law

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

Michael Lee Wear 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 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 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 Michael Lee Wear

Where is Michael Lee Wear's law office located?
Michael Lee Wear's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. The firm is Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Lee Wear handle?
Michael Lee Wear focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Michael Lee Wear practiced law?
Michael Lee Wear has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael Lee Wear go to law school?
Michael Lee Wear earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S.B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Michael Lee Wear for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Lee Wear 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 Michael Lee Wear received?
Michael Lee Wear's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Akron
- 1994
B.S.B.A.
University of Akron
- 1991

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2004

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