Atty. David Edward Lefton

Atty. David Edward Lefton

David Edward Lefton is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, administrative law/regulatory law and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Columbus Columbus 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About David Edward Lefton at a glance

David Edward Lefton is an Asst. Atty. Gen. based in Columbus, Ohio. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, white collar, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1985) and District of Columbia (1987). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1985) and University of Cincinnati (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Edward Lefton is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, administrative law/regulatory law and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

David Edward Lefton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Edward Lefton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

David Edward Lefton is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Ohio →

Employment Law

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

David Edward Lefton is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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

David Edward Lefton is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Columbus 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 David Edward Lefton

Where is David Edward Lefton's law office located?
David Edward Lefton's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Edward Lefton handle?
David Edward Lefton focuses on wrongful termination, employment, white collar, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has David Edward Lefton practiced law?
David Edward Lefton has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David Edward Lefton go to law school?
David Edward Lefton earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact David Edward Lefton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Edward Lefton received?
David Edward Lefton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1985
B.A.
University of Cincinnati
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1987

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