Atty. Peter Douglas Short

Atty. Peter Douglas Short

Peter Douglas Short is a lawyer practicing real estate law, municipal law, estate planning and 5 other areas of law. Peter received a B.S. degree from Ohio Northern University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Wauseon Wauseon 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Douglas Short at a glance

Peter Douglas Short is a estate planning, business, real estate, and government attorney based in Wauseon, Ohio. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1978). Educated at University of Cincinnati (J.D., 1978) and Ohio Northern University (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Fulton County, Northwestern Ohio, Ohio State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wauseon, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Douglas Short is a lawyer practicing real estate law, municipal law, estate planning and 5 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.S. degree from Ohio Northern University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Peter practices in Wauseon, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Douglas Short's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Douglas Short handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Peter Douglas Short is one of 226,537 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.

Peter Douglas Short is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Peter Douglas Short is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Peter Douglas Short is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Wauseon 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 Peter Douglas Short

Where is Peter Douglas Short's law office located?
Peter Douglas Short's law practice is located in Wauseon, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Douglas Short handle?
Peter Douglas Short focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Peter Douglas Short practiced law?
Peter Douglas Short has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Peter Douglas Short go to law school?
Peter Douglas Short earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact Peter Douglas Short for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Douglas Short 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 Peter Douglas Short received?
Peter Douglas Short's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Cincinnati
- 1978
B.S.
Ohio Northern University
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1978

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