Atty. Matthew John Detemple

Atty. Matthew John Detemple

Matthew John Detemple is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, school law, administrative law/regulatory law and 2 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Columbus Columbus 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew John Detemple at a glance

Matthew John Detemple is an Exec. Dir. based in Columbus, Ohio. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at American University (J.D., 1982) and The Ohio State University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Matthew John Detemple is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, school law, administrative law/regulatory law and 2 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Matthew practices in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew John Detemple's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew John Detemple 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.

Matthew John Detemple is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Matthew John Detemple is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Ohio →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Matthew John Detemple is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Ohio →

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 Columbus 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 Matthew John Detemple

Where is Matthew John Detemple's law office located?
Matthew John Detemple's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew John Detemple handle?
Matthew John Detemple focuses on employment, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Matthew John Detemple practiced law?
Matthew John Detemple has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Matthew John Detemple go to law school?
Matthew John Detemple earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Matthew John Detemple for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew John Detemple received?
Matthew John Detemple's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
American University
- 1982
B.A.
The Ohio State University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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