Atty. Robert Elvin Dever

Atty. Robert Elvin Dever

Robert Elvin Dever is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, medical malpractice, health and hospital and 13 other areas of law. Robert has been licensed for 70 years.

Portsmouth Portsmouth 70 yrs experience 70 year
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About Robert Elvin Dever at a glance

Robert Elvin Dever is a Managing Partner based in Portsmouth, Ohio, practicing at Bannon, Howland & Dever Co., L.P.A. A Legal Professional Association. They have 70+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1956. Their practice focuses on residential, trusts, probate, medical malpractice, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1956). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1956). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Scioto County (President, 1979-1980), Ohio State (Member, Banking and Commercial Law Committee, 1982—) and American Bar Associations American Association of Hospital Attorneys National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel. Serands clients in Portsmouth, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Elvin Dever is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, medical malpractice, health and hospital and 13 other areas of law
  • Robert has been licensed for 70 years
  • Robert practices at Bannon, Howland & Dever Co., L.P.A
  • A Legal Professional Association in Portsmouth, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Elvin Dever's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Elvin Dever handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

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Trusts

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Probate

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

Robert Elvin Dever is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Portsmouth 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 Robert Elvin Dever

Where is Robert Elvin Dever's law office located?
Robert Elvin Dever's law practice is located in Portsmouth, Ohio. The firm is Bannon, Howland & Dever Co., L.P.A. A Legal Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Elvin Dever handle?
Robert Elvin Dever focuses on residential, trusts, probate, medical malpractice, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Robert Elvin Dever practiced law?
Robert Elvin Dever has 70+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1956.
Where did Robert Elvin Dever go to law school?
Robert Elvin Dever earned their education at (J.D., 1956).
How can I contact Robert Elvin Dever for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Elvin Dever 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 Robert Elvin Dever received?
Robert Elvin Dever's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1956

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1956

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