Atty. Joseph David Hess

Atty. Joseph David Hess

Joseph David Hess is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, wage and hour matters, litigation. Joseph David received a B.S. degree from University of Detroit Mercy in 2009, and has been licensed for 13 years.

Birmingham Birmingham 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph David Hess at a glance

Joseph David Hess is an Associate based in Birmingham, Michigan, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on employment, wage & hour, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of (2013). Educated at University of Detroit Mercy School of Law (J.D., 2012) and University of Detroit Mercy (B.S. Business, 2009). Active member of State Bar of Michigan Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Birmingham, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph David Hess is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, wage and hour matters, litigation
  • Joseph David received a B.S. degree from University of Detroit Mercy in 2009, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Joseph David practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Birmingham, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph David Hess's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph David Hess 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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Wage & Hour Disputes

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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 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 Joseph David Hess

Where is Joseph David Hess's law office located?
Joseph David Hess's law practice is located in Birmingham, Michigan. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph David Hess handle?
Joseph David Hess focuses on employment, wage & hour, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Joseph David Hess practiced law?
Joseph David Hess has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Joseph David Hess go to law school?
Joseph David Hess earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.S. Business, 2009).
How can I contact Joseph David Hess for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
- 2012
B.S. Business
University of Detroit Mercy
- 2009

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 2013

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