Atty. William Edward Schonberg

Atty. William Edward Schonberg

William Edward Schonberg is a lawyer practicing asset-based loan agreements, workouts, reorganizations and 6 other areas of law. William received a B.G.S. degree from Ohio University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About William Edward Schonberg at a glance

William Edward Schonberg is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and adr. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1979). Educated at Cleveland State University (J.D., 1979) and Ohio University (B.G.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Edward Schonberg is a lawyer practicing asset-based loan agreements, workouts, reorganizations and 6 other areas of law
  • William received a B.G.S. degree from Ohio University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • William practices at Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

William Edward Schonberg's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Edward Schonberg handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

William Edward Schonberg is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

William Edward Schonberg is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Ohio →

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 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 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 William Edward Schonberg

Where is William Edward Schonberg's law office located?
William Edward Schonberg's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Edward Schonberg handle?
William Edward Schonberg focuses on business, bankruptcy, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has William Edward Schonberg practiced law?
William Edward Schonberg has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did William Edward Schonberg go to law school?
William Edward Schonberg earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.G.S., 1976).
How can I contact William Edward Schonberg for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Edward Schonberg received?
William Edward Schonberg's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland State University
- 1979
B.G.S.
Ohio University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1979

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