William Harry Hunt

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William Harry Hunt

also known as Bill Hunt, William H. Hunt

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 50 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Westlake, OH
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Litigation, Mediation, Appeals

24500 Center Ridge Road, Suite 170, Westlake, OH

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About William

Biography

49 years a trial lawyer, assisting clients with care, competence and compassion

We recognize that divorcing couples are hurting. We believe that compassionate legal services can offer a healing environment to move on with the lives of the client and their family. Experienced, compassionate, patiently will guide you into the next phase of your life.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Compassionate representation for people hurting; Divorce/dissolution of marriage; post-decree motions; child custody; visitation; support modification; court certified divorce mediator; guardian ad litem; collaborative law; parenting coordinator

26 years | 500 cases

50%
Litigation 30%

Civil litigation; personal injury; tort; breach of contract

30%
Mediation 15%

Divorce mediation; parenting coordination; collaborative divorce

15%
Appeals 5%

Civil litigation appeals

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2015
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 50 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1975

Active

No misconduct found

Location

W. H. Hunt Legal Group, LLC

24500 Center Ridge Road, Suite 170, Westlake, OH, 44145

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Online Presence

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William Harry Hunt's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Michael | April 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great Domestic Relations Attorney

I retained Bill and his firm to work out a custody agreement with my ex outside of court. We ended up being forced to file due to her being unresponsive. After a long court process, we were able to settle on the terms we were looking for. Thanks to Bill’s legal savvy, ability to work with opposing... counsel, and being able to rein me in (I was not an easy client to deal with at times) he pushed our case past the finish line. No small task. Highly recommend Bill for any domestic relations matter.

Posted by Cathy | August 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Divorce or Custody Issues? This is Your Guy!

Bill was an amazing advocate and attorney. He is literally everything you could want in an attorney, and more. Bill is extremely responsive, assertive, and listens, but is also compassionate and will fight for the best interest of the kids, which is the ultimately the most important thing. I belie...ve that his professional attitude, knowledge, and genuine concern for the welfare of the kids were key in retaining rights and changes to my parenting plan that had been threatened. He continually went above and beyond my expectations for a lawyer, and I am forever grateful that he had legally represented me during a pivotal time in our family.

Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2018 | Child Custody

Custody advice

I spoke with Bill for advice on what to do with the 5+ years of custody court I've been through with my son's father. He was very helpful in giving me steps to take to try to get a custody decision made. He seemed to understand the exact problems I was having after just 5 minutes into the conversatio...n. He was sympathetic, practical, and straight to the point. Thank you Bill!

Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2015 | Family

Defense of personal liability lawsuit

Attorney William Hunt provided exceptional, professional legal services for our family for a case that was highly emotional and potentially damaging to our family's financial well-being. He offered sound legal counsel, and while remaining our advocate, remained direct with us throughout the proceedi...ngs when we needed to respond rationally rather than with our emotions. His counsel led to a sound conclusion to a difficult situation and experience.

Posted by Virginia | February 27, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Divorce 5 years Later

My former husband and I had been married 20+ years and had two children. I had talked with a few attorneys regarding my rights, ways to proceed and expected outcomes. One suggested I do a few things that could be considered a little less than legal in order to increase the court ruling in my favor. A...nother was determined to make it into a case much larger than I was comfortable. I simply wanted an amicable, fair, end to what was a difficult marriage. I met Bill and he actually listened to me. He considered what had been good and bad about the marriage and cared about helping me create a future life that was better. He heard me and respected my wishes when I said that I didn't want my children involved. He didn't judge me for not having acted sooner or question my motives. He was knowledgeable and took the time I needed to understand all sides of what might happen and how we might proceed. His staff treated me like I was the only case in the office and most importantly, Bill always called back the same day. He was quick to inform me of what the other attorney was saying and didn't enter into any decisions without my awareness. A divorce holds so many levels of stress and Bill, gratefully, didn't add fuel to the fire. He was never shocked but what was going on and kept me calm, confident, and able to make clear decisions. He understood the dynamics of our family relationships and respected each of us in the process. I'm grateful to Bill for his calm way of proceeding.

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William Harry Hunt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Lanter

Family lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is a consummate professional. While he advocates very strongly for his clients, and is extremely well versed in Family Law, he is also professional and collaborative when resolving difficult and emotional issues. I highly recommend Bill."

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Brian Urban

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is both an extremely competent and a compassionate divorce lawyer. He maintains civility in the practice while still zealously representing his client."

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Brian Brochetti

Litigation lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Hunt is an ethical and compassionate attorney who thrives in litigation settings. I have never seen his level of representation anything less than ardent. The respect between he and his clients is mutual, and I would recommend William Hunt and the W.H. Hunt Legal Groups to anyone looking for legal representation."

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David Neel

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Bill Hunt is a great lawyer. Really knows his stuff. If you need a great divorce lawyer look no further. Highest endorsement."

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Peter Kirner

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I appreciate Mr. Hunt's approach to the practice of law. He is dedicated and reasonable. He is intelligent and experienced. He is a pleasure to work with, and if your retained Mr. Hunt you would be well served."

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John Ready

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Bill is a great lawyer to work with, and I have worked with him in several capacities since we are both mediators and advocates. I have worked with him as a mediator on cases, and as an opponent on cases, and as the mediator in cases where he is advocating for a party. He is reasonable, practical, knowledgeable, skillful and helpful. Bill will treat your matter with the utmost care and attention."

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Stephen Daray

Family lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Professional."

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Sheila Duffy

Mediation lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Betty Burley

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Erin Armstrong

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David Neel

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2019

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Managing Partner, W. H. Hunt Legal Group, LLC

2001 - 2011

Managing Partner, Hunt & Cook, LLC

1995 - 2001

Owner, William H. Hunt, Attorney at Law

1977 - 1987

Instructor in Law, David N. Meyers College (Formerly Dyke College)

1976 - 1994

Senior Attorney, AT&T (Formerly Ohio Bell/Ameritech)

Associations

2015 - Present

Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Court

Parenting Coordinator

2013 - Present

Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Court

Guardian ad Litem

2011 - Present

West Shore Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Loyola Club of Cleveland

Member, Executive Committee

2010 - Present

Supreme Court of Ohio - New Lawyer Mentoring Program

Mentor

2006 - Present

Center for Principled Family Advocacy

Board of Trustees

1980 - Present

Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas Arbitration Program

Chair

1976 - Present

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association

Member

1975 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1975 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

2018 - 2019

Center For Principled Family advocacy

President-Elect

Sample of Legal Cases

Ohio Bell Telephone Co. v. City of Cleveland

Trial Court denial of municipal immunity was affirmed by the court of appeals

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Education

1975

Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1970

Purdue University

MS - Master of Science

1969

Purdue University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

WJW, Fox 8 Cleveland: "New Day Cleveland" television program, regular contributor

Topics in Family Law

2017

NBI: Divorce Law Boot Camp

Custody, Visitation, Support and other Parent Issues: A Practical Guide

2015

National Business Institute

Advance Topics in Family Law - Collaborative Divorce

Publications

2015

Association of Family Conciliation Courts, Ohio Chapter Parenting Coordination: Some Thoughts on Why it Works

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

William earned significant contribution points in 2015.

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