Atty. Ronald Francis Wayne

Atty. Ronald Francis Wayne

Ronald Francis Wayne is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, business law, elder law & advocacy and 8 other areas of law. Ronald received a B.A. degree from Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

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Profile Summary

About Ronald Francis Wayne at a glance

Ronald Francis Wayne is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1978), United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1979), United States Tax Court (1990), and New Jersey (1995). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law, Cleveland, Ohio (J.D., 1978) and Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Civic Involvement •Former Delegate: Estate Planning Council of Cleveland •Member: University Hospitals Planned Giving Advisory Committee •Member: The Lawyers Guild of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland •Member: St. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ronald Francis Wayne is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, business law, elder law & advocacy and 8 other areas of law
  • Ronald received a B.A. degree from Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Ronald practices at Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Ronald Francis Wayne's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ronald Francis Wayne handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Ronald Francis Wayne 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.

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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 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 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 Ronald Francis Wayne

Where is Ronald Francis Wayne's law office located?
Ronald Francis Wayne's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ronald Francis Wayne handle?
Ronald Francis Wayne focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Ronald Francis Wayne practiced law?
Ronald Francis Wayne has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Ronald Francis Wayne go to law school?
Ronald Francis Wayne earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Ronald Francis Wayne for a consultation?
You can contact Ronald Francis Wayne 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 Ronald Francis Wayne received?
Ronald Francis Wayne's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law, Cleveland, Ohio
- 1978
B.A.
Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1978
United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1979
United States Tax Court
Admitted: 1990
New Jersey
Admitted: 1995
Florida
Admitted: 1995
United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 1998

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