Douglas Arthur Hess, ADR Attorney in Kettering, Ohio
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Insurance, and Nursing Home · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatDouglas A. Hess, Co., Inc.
Kettering, OH
Practicing adr in Kettering since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Douglas Arthur Hess is a member based in Kettering, OH. The practice focuses on ADR, Insurance, and Nursing Home. Douglas has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Douglas A. Hess, Co., Inc.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Kettering, OH
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- ADR · Insurance · Nursing Home
- Handles ADR, Insurance, and Nursing Home matters from Kettering, OH.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Douglas Arthur Hess: Douglas Arthur Hess is a member based in Kettering, OH. The practice focuses on ADR, Insurance, and Nursing Home. Douglas has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Douglas A. Hess, Co., Inc.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Douglas's practice areas in Kettering
Douglas concentrates on adr, insurance, nursing home, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Insurance
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Nursing Home
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases in Kettering, Ohio
Douglas takes adr matters in Kettering, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Kettering, Ohio
Douglas takes insurance matters in Kettering, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Nursing Home cases in Kettering, Ohio
Douglas takes nursing home matters in Kettering, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Kettering, Ohio
Douglas takes personal injury matters in Kettering, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Douglas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Douglas Arthur Hess, adr attorney serving Kettering
Douglas Arthur Hess is a member based in Kettering, OH. The practice focuses on ADR, Insurance, and Nursing Home. Douglas has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Douglas A. Hess, Co., Inc.. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Douglas works from Kettering, Ohio and takes on adr matters across the region.
Mr. Douglas Arthur Hess is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance law, consumer securities arbitration and 1 other area of law. Douglas received a B.S. degree from Bowling Green State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years. Douglas practices at Douglas A. Hess, Co., Inc. in Kettering, OH.
Working with Douglas on a adr matter
Mr. Douglas Arthur Hess is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance law, consumer securities arbitration and 1 other area of law. Douglas received a B.S. degree from Bowling Green State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years. Douglas practices at Douglas A. Hess, Co., Inc. in Kettering, OH.
Who Douglas represents
Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, insurance, and nursing home matters in Kettering and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Douglas studied and practices
University of Toledo
J.D. · 1984
Bowling Green State University
B.S. · 1981
Jurisdictions
Douglas's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Milita
1985 · ACTIVE
Ohio
1984 · ACTIVE
Douglas studied at J.D. in University of Toledo and B.S. in Bowling Green State University.
Law school and academic background
Douglas completed J.D. in University of Toledo and B.S. in Bowling Green State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Douglas runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Douglas's legal honors and published work
Douglas has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Douglas's professional memberships and bar associations
Dayton and Ohio State Bar Associations Miami Valley Trial Lawyers Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers Association of Trial Lawyers of America
membership
Locations
Douglas Arthur Hess's office in Kettering
Douglas's primary office is at 3946 Kettering Blvd., Kettering, OH, 45439. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Douglas Arthur Hess — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Douglas. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Kettering.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Douglas Arthur Hess — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Douglas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Douglas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Douglas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Kettering, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Douglas
Douglas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Douglas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Douglas Arthur Hess
How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Douglas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Douglas offer a free consultation?
Douglas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside Kettering?
Douglas is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Douglas will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Douglas?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Douglas accepting new adr clients right now?
Douglas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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