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Atty. William Augustine Payne

Atty. William Augustine Payne

William Augustine Payne is a lawyer practicing collections, insurance subrogation law, insurance defense law and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.S.B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1975, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (317) 300-4029

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About William Augustine Payne at a glance

William Augustine Payne is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practforg at Payne Payne & Cook. They haand 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1983) and John Carroll University (B.S.B.A., 1975). Actiand member of Greater Cleveland, Cuyahoga and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • William Augustine Payne is a lawyer practicing collections, insurance subrogation law, insurance defense law and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S.B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1975, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • William practices at Payne Payne & Cook in Cleveland, OH

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practforg law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is William Augustine Payne's law office located?
William Augustine Payne's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Payne Payne & Cook. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has William Augustine Payne practiced law?
William Augustine Payne has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did William Augustine Payne go to law school?
William Augustine Payne earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S.B.A., 1975).
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Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1983
B.S.B.A.
John Carroll University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984

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