Atty. William Ross Stewart

Atty. William Ross Stewart

William Ross Stewart is a lawyer practicing tax, corporate transactions & securities, taxation law. William received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

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Profile Summary

About William Ross Stewart at a glance

William Ross Stewart is an Of Counsel based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Thompson Hine LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on business and tax. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1968), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1969), U.S. Claims Court (1978), and U.S. Tax Court (1979). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1968) and Yale University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Section of Taxation, Corporate, Partnership and Real Estate Subcommittees) Ohio State Bar Association (Chair, Committee on Taxation, 1997-1999) Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association (Chair, General Tax Committee, 1983-1984 Chair, Cleveland Tax Institute,, American Bar Association. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Ross Stewart is a lawyer practicing tax, corporate transactions & securities, taxation law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • William practices at Thompson Hine LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

William Ross Stewart's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Ross Stewart 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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 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 Ross Stewart

Where is William Ross Stewart's law office located?
William Ross Stewart's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Thompson Hine LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Ross Stewart handle?
William Ross Stewart focuses on business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has William Ross Stewart practiced law?
William Ross Stewart has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did William Ross Stewart go to law school?
William Ross Stewart earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact William Ross Stewart for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Ross Stewart received?
William Ross Stewart's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1968
B.A.
Yale University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Claims Court
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1979

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