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Atty. Sheila Markley Black

Atty. Sheila Markley Black

Sheila Markley Black is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, labor relations, antitrust and 8 other areas of law. Sheila received a B.A. degree from Mount Holyoke College in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Canton Canton 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Sheila Markley Black at a glance

Sheila Markley Black is a Member based in Canton, Ohio, practicing at Day Ketterer Ltd., Attorneys at Law. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, employment, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1972), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1977), and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1972) and Mount Holyoke College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Stark County, Lake County and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Canton, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sheila Markley Black is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, labor relations, antitrust and 8 other areas of law
  • Sheila received a B.A. degree from Mount Holyoke College in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Sheila practices at Day Ketterer Ltd., Attorneys at Law in Canton, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Sheila Markley Black's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sheila Markley Black handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Sheila Markley Black is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Sheila Markley Black is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Sheila Markley Black 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.

Sheila Markley Black 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 Canton 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 Sheila Markley Black

Where is Sheila Markley Black's law office located?
Sheila Markley Black's law practice is located in Canton, Ohio. The firm is Day Ketterer Ltd., Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sheila Markley Black handle?
Sheila Markley Black focuses on wills, probate, employment, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Sheila Markley Black practiced law?
Sheila Markley Black has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Sheila Markley Black go to law school?
Sheila Markley Black earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Sheila Markley Black for a consultation?
You can contact Sheila Markley Black 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 Sheila Markley Black received?
Sheila Markley Black's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1972
B.A.
Mount Holyoke College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994

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