Atty. David W Thompson

Atty. David W Thompson

David W Thompson is a lawyer practicing banking counsel, consumer financial services compliance, e-commerce and internet law and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Transylvania University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About David W Thompson at a glance

David W Thompson is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at McGlinchey Stafford. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, consumer, and internet. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1990), Kentucky (1991), Massachusetts (1993), and Ohio U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky U.S. District Court for the Northern D (1998). Educated at Boston University School of Law (LL.M. Banking, 1994) and Transylvania University (B.A. English, 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Professional Affiliations •American Bar Association, Committee on Consumer Financial Services, Business Law Section. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David W Thompson is a lawyer practicing banking counsel, consumer financial services compliance, e-commerce and internet law and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Transylvania University in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • David practices at McGlinchey Stafford in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

David W Thompson's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Internet & Cyber Law

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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 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 David W Thompson

Where is David W Thompson's law office located?
David W Thompson's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is McGlinchey Stafford. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David W Thompson handle?
David W Thompson focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, consumer, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has David W Thompson practiced law?
David W Thompson has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did David W Thompson go to law school?
David W Thompson earned their education at (LL.M. Banking, 1994); (B.A. English, 1987).
How can I contact David W Thompson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David W Thompson received?
David W Thompson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.M. Banking
Boston University School of Law
- 1994
B.A. English
Transylvania University
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1990
Kentucky
Admitted: 1991
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1993
Ohio U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky U.S. District Court for the Northern D
Admitted: 1998

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