Atty. Patrick Donald Burns

Atty. Patrick Donald Burns

Patrick Donald Burns is a lawyer practicing corporate & transactional, bankruptcy & restructuring, litigation and 1 other area of law. Patrick received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1995, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Cincinnati Cincinnati 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick Donald Burns at a glance

Patrick Donald Burns is an Associate based in Cincinnati, Ohio, practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996) and Ohio Southern District of Ohio (2006). Educated at University of Wisconsin (B.S. Economics, 1995) and Case Western Reserve University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude Case Western Reserve University School of Law J.D. 2006 Order of the Coif (—). Serands clients in Cincinnati, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Patrick Donald Burns is a lawyer practicing corporate & transactional, bankruptcy & restructuring, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Patrick received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1995, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Patrick practices at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Cincinnati, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick Donald Burns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Donald Burns 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.

Patrick Donald Burns is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Cincinnati 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 Patrick Donald Burns

Where is Patrick Donald Burns's law office located?
Patrick Donald Burns's law practice is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The firm is Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick Donald Burns handle?
Patrick Donald Burns focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Patrick Donald Burns practiced law?
Patrick Donald Burns has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Patrick Donald Burns go to law school?
Patrick Donald Burns earned their education at (B.S. Economics, 1995); (—).
How can I contact Patrick Donald Burns for a consultation?
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Education

B.S. Economics
University of Wisconsin
- 1995
Case Western Reserve University School of Law J.D. magna cum laude Case Western Reserve University School of Law J.D. 2006 Order of the Coif
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Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996
Ohio Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2006

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