Atty. Steven Michael Willard
Steven Michael Willard is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, medical malpractice, real estate and 8 other areas of law. Steven received a B.B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Insurance Defense & More Attorney · Serving Portsmouth, OH · 39+ Years Experience
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About Steven Michael Willard at a Glance
Steven Michael Willard is a Member based in Portsmouth, Ohio, practicing at Bannon, Howland & Dever Co., L.P.A. A Legal Professional Association. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1987). Educated at Capital University (J.D., 1987) and University of Cincinnati (B.B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Scioto County and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Portsmouth, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven Michael Willard
- Steven Michael Willard is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, medical malpractice, real estate and 8 other areas of law
- Steven received a B.B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Steven practices at Bannon, Howland & Dever Co., L.P.A
- A Legal Professional Association in Portsmouth, OH
Practice Areas Explained
Steven Michael Willard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Michael Willard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portsmouth.
Trusts in Portsmouth
Steven Michael Willard is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →
Probate in Portsmouth
Steven Michael Willard is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →
Medical Malpractice in Portsmouth
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Steven Michael Willard is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Ohio →
Personal Injury in Portsmouth
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Steven Michael Willard is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →
Estate Planning & Probate in Portsmouth
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Steven Michael Willard is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portsmouth
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 venue, 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.
Portsmouth Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portsmouth-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portsmouth Choose Steven Michael Willard
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Steven Michael Willard's practice in the field of trusts, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven Michael Willard brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and medical malpractice, Steven Michael Willard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portsmouth
A Portsmouth-based practice means Steven Michael Willard attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Steven Michael Willard Handles in Portsmouth
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