Atty. William David Howe
William David Howe is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, business law and 2 other areas of law. William received a degree from New York University in 1978, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Cincinnati, OH · 49+ Years Experience
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About William David Howe at a Glance
William David Howe is a Member based in Cincinnati, Ohio, practicing at DeVita & Howe, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1977). Educated at New York University (LL.M., 1978) and University of Cincinnati (J.D., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cincinnati and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Cincinnati, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William David Howe
- William David Howe is a lawyer practicing taxation, estate planning, business law and 2 other areas of law
- William received a degree from New York University in 1978, and has been licensed for 49 years
- William practices at DeVita & Howe, LLP in Cincinnati, OH
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William David Howe's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William David Howe handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cincinnati.
Probate in Cincinnati
William David Howe is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →
Estate Planning & Probate in Cincinnati
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
William David Howe is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →
Business & Corporate Law in Cincinnati
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
William David Howe is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Tax Law in Cincinnati
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
William David Howe is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Ohio →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cincinnati
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 Cincinnati 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.
Cincinnati Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cincinnati-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 Cincinnati Choose William David Howe
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 William David Howe's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William David Howe brings 49+ 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 probate, estate planning, and business, William David Howe can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cincinnati
A Cincinnati-based practice means William David Howe 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 William David Howe Handles in Cincinnati
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