Atty. David M Ottenwess

Atty. David M Ottenwess

David M Ottenwess is a lawyer practicing employment law, employment litigation, medical malpractice defense and 6 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

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Profile Summary

About David M Ottenwess at a glance

David M Ottenwess is a Partner based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Ottenwess Law, PLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1986), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1988), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at Michigan State University College of Law (J.D. Eve, 1986) and University of South Florida (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Board of Trial Advocates, State Bar of Michigan (Member, Negligence Section) American Bar Association Michigan Society for Healthcare Risk Management Michigan Defense Trial Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David M Ottenwess is a lawyer practicing employment law, employment litigation, medical malpractice defense and 6 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • David practices at Ottenwess Law, PLC in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

David M Ottenwess's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David M Ottenwess is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Employment Law

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

David M Ottenwess is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David M Ottenwess is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Detroit are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan 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 Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David M Ottenwess

Where is David M Ottenwess's law office located?
David M Ottenwess's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Ottenwess Law, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David M Ottenwess handle?
David M Ottenwess focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has David M Ottenwess practiced law?
David M Ottenwess has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did David M Ottenwess go to law school?
David M Ottenwess earned their education at (J.D. Eve, 1986); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact David M Ottenwess for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David M Ottenwess received?
David M Ottenwess's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Eve
Michigan State University College of Law
- 1986
B.A.
University of South Florida
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1999

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