Atty. James L. Messenger
Member, Moot Court Board, Syracuse University, 1966-1967. Member and President, Youngstown Civil Service Commission.
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About James L. Messenger at a glance
James L. Messenger is an Of Counsel based in Youngstown, Ohio, practicing at Henderson, Covington, Messenger, Newman & Thomas Co., L.P.A.. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on family law, employment, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U. (1967). Educated at Syracuse University (LL.B., 1967) and Ohio University (B.B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1983-1984), Ohio State Bar Association Ohio Council of School Board Attorneys (Chairman, 1983, Mahoning County. Serands clients in Youngstown, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Member, Moot Court Board, Syracuse University, 1966-1967
- Member and President, Youngstown Civil Service Commission
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 Youngstown 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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