Atty. John David Thompson

Atty. John David Thompson

John David Thompson is a lawyer practicing workplace violence/security law, employment law, hcba senior lawyers and judges section. John received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About John David Thompson at a glance

John David Thompson is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practforg at Oberman Thompson, LLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment and elder law. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1986). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1986) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hennepin County (Labor and Employment Law Section), Minnesota State (Member, Labor and Employment Law Section, Governing Counsel, 1991-1994) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John David Thompson is a lawyer practicing workplace violence/security law, employment law, hcba senior lawyers and judges section
  • John received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices at Oberman Thompson, LLC in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

John David Thompson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John David Thompson 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.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John David Thompson

Where is John David Thompson's law office located?
John David Thompson's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Oberman Thompson, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John David Thompson handle?
John David Thompson focuses on employment, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has John David Thompson practiced law?
John David Thompson has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John David Thompson go to law school?
John David Thompson earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact John David Thompson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John David Thompson received?
John David Thompson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1986
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1986

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