Atty. W. Douglas Lowe

Atty. W. Douglas Lowe

I have been practicing law since my graduation from the Ohio State University School of Law in 1985. Prior to going to law school I obtained an undergraduate degree in Business Management and an MBA, both from Ohio University.

Newark Newark 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About W. Douglas Lowe at a glance

W. Douglas Lowe is a Member based in Newark, Ohio, practicing at Law Office of W. Douglas Lowe. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1985). Educated at Ohio State University (J.D., 1985) and Ohio University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Newark, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • I have been practicing law since my graduation from the Ohio State University School of Law in 1985
  • Prior to going to law school I obtained an undergraduate degree in Business Management and an MBA, both from Ohio University
  • I have extensive experience in representing clients both in a wide-ranging assortment of civil litigation matters and in various business transaction
  • I am available to handle civil litigation matters ranging from business collections, real estate disputes, personal injury actions and probate litigation
  • I also handle complex business litigation involving contracts, partnerships and corporate disputes
  • In addition, I represent a number of construction companies and material suppliers ranging from one person companies to those with thousands of employees
  • My daughter’s love of horses has also resulted in my not only owning a few but to representing owners, trainers and breeders.I am AV Rated by Martindale-Hubble and have been recognized by Columbus CEO Magazine as one of the top Civil Litigators in Central Ohio.I recently completed six years on the Board of the Buckeye Valley BIA, serving as president in 2013
  • During my time on the Buckeye Valley BIA Board I had the honor of receiving the president’s award in 2012 and again in 2016.Currently I sit on the Board of the Licking County Family YMCA
  • In that capacity I oversee a program I began in 2014 known as the Heathy Kids Network
  • That program, through the generous efforts of volunteers and donors, provides food to children on the weekends who otherwise would have little or nothing to eat
  • During the 2016—2017 school year the Healthy Kids Network served 310 children at ten different elementary schools in Licking County, Ohio
  • The goal for the 2017-2018 school year is to serve 450 children in sixteen different schools.I recently started my own firm after twenty-six years as a partner in a prominent Newark, Ohio law firm, having decided it was time for a new adventure
  • While I principally practice in Licking and surrounding counties, I frequently represent clients throughout the State of Ohio

Practice Areas Explained

W. Douglas Lowe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases W. Douglas Lowe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

W. Douglas Lowe is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

W. Douglas Lowe is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

W. Douglas Lowe is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Insurance 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 Newark 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 W. Douglas Lowe

Where is W. Douglas Lowe's law office located?
W. Douglas Lowe's law practice is located in Newark, Ohio. The firm is Law Office of W. Douglas Lowe. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Douglas Lowe handle?
W. Douglas Lowe focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has W. Douglas Lowe practiced law?
W. Douglas Lowe has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did W. Douglas Lowe go to law school?
W. Douglas Lowe earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact W. Douglas Lowe for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has W. Douglas Lowe received?
W. Douglas Lowe's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Ohio State University
- 1985
B.A.
Ohio University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1985

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