Atty. Jon Michael Thompson

Atty. Jon Michael Thompson

Mike began his practice at the Youngstown law firm of Manchester, Bennett, Powers & Ullman, where he had a general business litigation practice, before joining the Mahoning County Prosecutor’s Office in 2005. Mike served for seven years as courtroom prosecutor and trial counsel for the State of Ohio in the courtroom of the Hon.

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About Jon Michael Thompson at a glance

Jon Michael Thompson is a Member based in Youngstown, Ohio, practicing at Henderson, Covington, Messenger, Newman & Thomas Co., L.P.A.. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2004) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (2004). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 2002) and Miami University of Ohio (A.B., 1997). Active member of President, 2014-2015) Ohio State Bar Association (Council of Delegates, 2014-present, Mahoning County Bar Association. Serands clients in Youngstown, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mike began his practice at the Youngstown law firm of Manchester, Bennett, Powers & Ullman, where he had a general business litigation practice, before joining the Mahoning County Prosecutor’s Office in 2005
  • Mike served for seven years as courtroom prosecutor and trial counsel for the State of Ohio in the courtroom of the Hon. R. Scott Krichbaum of the Mahoning County Common Pleas Court, before going into private practice in 2013
  • He joined this firm in 2015, and focuses primarily on trial and appellate litigation, as well as banking, commercial, employment and planning and zoning law
  • He is a Past President and current Trustee of the Mahoning County Bar Association
  • a member of the Council of Delegates of the Ohio State Bar Association
  • a member of Poland Village Council
  • and a Trustee of the Hine Memorial Fund
  • He presently serves as Bar Counsel, representing MCBA on attorney discipline matters, and previously served several terms on the MCBA Certified Grievance Committee
  • He has previously served as Chairman of the Poland Village Planning Commission for ten years
  • served as a member of the Poland Village Zoning Appeals Board
  • is a past President of the Poland Schools Foundation
  • is a past Trustee of the Western Reserve Joint Fire District
  • and is a lifelong member of Poland Presbyterian Church, where he presently serves on the Board of Deacons

Practice Areas Explained

Jon Michael Thompson's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jon Michael Thompson

Where is Jon Michael Thompson's law office located?
Jon Michael Thompson's law practice is located in Youngstown, Ohio. The firm is Henderson, Covington, Messenger, Newman & Thomas Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jon Michael Thompson handle?
Jon Michael Thompson focuses on employment, business, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Jon Michael Thompson practiced law?
Jon Michael Thompson has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Jon Michael Thompson go to law school?
Jon Michael Thompson earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (A.B., 1997).
How can I contact Jon Michael Thompson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 2002
A.B.
Miami University of Ohio
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2004

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