Atty. John William Ohlweiler

Atty. John William Ohlweiler

John William Ohlweiler is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor law. John received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years.

New York New York 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About John William Ohlweiler at a glance

John William Ohlweiler is a Retired Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1969). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (LL.B., 1967) and Cornell University (B.S. Industrial, 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John William Ohlweiler is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • John practices at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John William Ohlweiler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John William Ohlweiler 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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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 New York

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

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Where is John William Ohlweiler's law office located?
John William Ohlweiler's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John William Ohlweiler handle?
John William Ohlweiler focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John William Ohlweiler practiced law?
John William Ohlweiler has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did John William Ohlweiler go to law school?
John William Ohlweiler earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (B.S. Industrial, 1964).
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What awards or recognition has John William Ohlweiler received?
John William Ohlweiler's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1967
B.S. Industrial
Cornell University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1969

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