Deborah Zaccaro Hoffman

Deborah Zaccaro Hoffman

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 26 years

Probate Lawyer Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Adoption ... +3 more

About Deborah

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Probate 25%

Probate, Estate Planning, Guardianship

25%
Adoption 20%

Stepparent and independent adoption

20%
Family 10%

Dissolution and guardian ad litem

10%
Licensing 10%

Bar admissions

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 26 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1999

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

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Deborah Zaccaro Hoffman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joe | March 02, 2015 | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Highly recommended

I needed an attorney for a Bar Admissions case. Ms. Zaccaro provided extremely competent representation, far above and beyond what I expected (how often can you say that about your attorney?). She thoroughly mastered the facts of my case in a very short amount of time, and had a thorough understand...ing of the relevant and applicable law. I highly recommend Ms. Zaccaro as an attorney. If you are looking for a great attorney at a reasonable fee, then she is the attorney for you.

Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2013 | Power Of Attorney

Recommendation for Deborah Zaccaro Hoffman

My husband and I recently contracted with Deborah for legal advice and to draw up an Education Power of Attorney for our sons. Deborah did an excellent job responding to our request quickly, as we were working under a tight timeframe and needed the POA prior to our next scheduled IEP meeting. I par...ticularly like that the fact that she sent an initial draft for our review and discussion prior to meeting with her. Since Deborah was preparing the POA on behalf of my (twin) sons, she made sure to tailor the documents individually and took the time to speak with each to make sure they understood the document. Deborah also provided her contact information in the event they had any additional questions. Our inquiries were responded to in a caring and professional manner. We would highly recommend Deborah as an attorney who is both exceedingly knowledgeable and passionate about the field of special education law.

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Michael Potter

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 26

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"Deborah is a conscientious and diligent attorney who brings considerable talent to bear in the service of her clients. She is a credit to the legal profession and I am happy to endorse her."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Other

"This lawyer is highly respected in the community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Family lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 08

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Lentz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Deborah for over 12 years. She is an outstanding GAL, juvenile and family law practitioner. The thing I like best is her common sense and ability to resolve issues."

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Jonathan Frank

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had an opportunity to review numerous responses Ms. Hoffman has provided in the Avvo forum, and her detailed answers demonstrate her extensive knowledge and understanding of the law. I recommend her."

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Michael Gerace

Family lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Lee Thompson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. I've seen answers on Avvo by Deborah and being from Ohio as she is, I can can emphatically say she is right on the money in her advice."

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Joseph Lyles

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronald Burdge

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I gladly endorse attorney Hoffman. Her clients like her, attorneys respect her, she has years of solid experience and she has hundreds of direct and to the point, solid published answers at Avvo.com. If you have a Domestic Relations Law question, I am sure she will have your answer. I highly recommend her to you."

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George Trachtman

Unknown lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Brian Piper

Family lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It is clear from her responses here on Avvo that she is a zealous advocate and dedicated to her profession. She demonstrates that she is quite knowledgeable in the law and provides detailed answers to inquiries. Often she will provide the users of this forum a second option or information in addition to that which was provided by other counsel - which demonstrates her thoughtful consideration of the problems the individual is attempting to confront. I respect her as a colleague and a valued member of our profession. You would do well to hire her to assist with your legal issues. She will get you results through skilled and intelligent advocacy."

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Anna Petronzio

Family lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Deborah and I have worked on family law matters together and she is diligent, well spoken/well written and takes her time with clients. She also speaks fluent Russian which is such a benefit on Cleveland's East side."

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Matthew Langhals

Family lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Other

"In my time contributing to Avvo questions and answers I have noticed that I agree with Deborah Hoffman's analysis 99% of the time. She is insightful, honest and knowledgeable. She not only uses her legal education and experience in answering questions, but I can tell she uses a great deal of common sense and reason as well. Any attorney who uses that mix of characteristics in his/her practice is an attorney worthy of my endorsement. I endorse Deborah Zaccaro Hoffman as a fellow lawyer in the practice of Family Law."

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Tonya VanBenschoten

Family lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It appears clear from Ms. Hoffman's responses that she is well versed in family law and has a genuine concern for individuals facing difficult issues. If you are looking for a family law attorney in the Cleveland area, you should look to her."

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Lisa Douglas

Family lawyer | Jan 05

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"Top notch attorney."

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer | Dec 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Hoffman is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. She is a strong and zealous advocate for her clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend her legal services."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

1999

Excellence for the Future Award (Lawyering Process), CALI

Work Experience

1999 - 2012

Attorney, Attorney At Law

Associations

2014 - Present

ARC of Greater Cleveland

Board Member

2013 - Present

State Advisory Panel on Exceptional Children

Panel Member

Cuyahoga County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Application of Libretti

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Education

1999

Case Western Reserve University

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2011

Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation

Advocating for Children With "Less Serious" Disabilities

Publications

Languages

English

Russian

Activity

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