Atty. Adrian D. Thompson

Atty. Adrian D. Thompson

Adrian D. Thompson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Education Law, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment.

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Profile Summary

About Adrian D. Thompson at a glance

Adrian D. Thompson is a employment, litigation, and education attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Taft. Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1986). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Education Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Adrian D. Thompson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Education Law, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Adrian D., who practices law in Cleveland, Ohio, has been recognized since 2012
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Adrian D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Adrian D. Thompson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Adrian D. Thompson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Adrian D. Thompson is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Adrian D. Thompson is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Adrian D. Thompson is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education 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 Adrian D. Thompson

Where is Adrian D. Thompson's law office located?
Adrian D. Thompson's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Taft. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adrian D. Thompson handle?
Adrian D. Thompson focuses on employment, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
Where did Adrian D. Thompson go to law school?
Adrian D. Thompson earned their education at (J.D., 1986).
How can I contact Adrian D. Thompson for a consultation?
You can contact Adrian D. Thompson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Adrian D. Thompson received?
Adrian D. Thompson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Education Law; Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1986

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Education Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Union
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Municipal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Education Law (Cleveland)
- 2020

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