Atty. Eric J Pelton

Atty. Eric J Pelton

Eric J Pelton is a lawyer practicing labor & employment law, appellate practice. Eric received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Birmingham Birmingham 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric J Pelton at a glance

Eric J Pelton is a Member based in Birmingham, Michigan, practicing at Kienbaum Opperwall Hardy & Pelton, P.L.C.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment and appellate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1987), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1995), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1996). Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 1987) and Michigan State University (B.A. Syracuse, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Birmingham, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eric J Pelton is a lawyer practicing labor & employment law, appellate practice
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Eric practices at Kienbaum Opperwall Hardy & Pelton, P.L.C. in Birmingham, MI and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Eric J Pelton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric J Pelton 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.

Eric J Pelton is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Eric J Pelton is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Michigan →

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 Birmingham 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 Eric J Pelton

Where is Eric J Pelton's law office located?
Eric J Pelton's law practice is located in Birmingham, Michigan. The firm is Kienbaum Opperwall Hardy & Pelton, P.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric J Pelton handle?
Eric J Pelton focuses on employment, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Eric J Pelton practiced law?
Eric J Pelton has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Eric J Pelton go to law school?
Eric J Pelton earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A. Syracuse, 1984).
How can I contact Eric J Pelton for a consultation?
You can contact Eric J Pelton 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 Eric J Pelton received?
Eric J Pelton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Syracuse University
- 1987
B.A. Syracuse
Michigan State University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 2005

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