Atty. Thomas Theodore Yates III

Atty. Thomas Theodore Yates III

Thomas Theodore Yates III is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. Thomas received a M.B.A. degree from Cleveland State University, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Aurora Aurora 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Theodore Yates III at a glance

Thomas Theodore Yates III is an Associate based in Aurora, Ohio, practicing at Christley, Herington & Pierce. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Alabama (2005), U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Middle Districts of Alabama (2005), and Ohio (2007). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 2005) and Cleveland State University M.B.A. Kent State University (B.A. Accounting, 1993). Active member of Cleveland Metropolitan and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Aurora, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Theodore Yates III is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a M.B.A. degree from Cleveland State University, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Thomas practices at Christley, Herington & Pierce in Aurora, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Theodore Yates III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Theodore Yates III 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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Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Aurora 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 Thomas Theodore Yates III

Where is Thomas Theodore Yates III's law office located?
Thomas Theodore Yates III's law practice is located in Aurora, Ohio. The firm is Christley, Herington & Pierce. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Theodore Yates III handle?
Thomas Theodore Yates III focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Thomas Theodore Yates III practiced law?
Thomas Theodore Yates III has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Thomas Theodore Yates III go to law school?
Thomas Theodore Yates III earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A. Accounting, 1993).
How can I contact Thomas Theodore Yates III for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
- 2005
B.A. Accounting
Cleveland State University M.B.A. Kent State University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Middle Districts of Alabama
Admitted: 2005
Ohio
Admitted: 2007

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