Atty. Max Warner Thomas

Atty. Max Warner Thomas

Max Warner Thomas is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate advocacy, business litigation and 12 other areas of law. Max received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1988, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 23 Years Experience 23 year
Call (216) 673-3639

Profile Summary

About Max Warner Thomas at a glance

Max Warner Thomas is an Associate based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Ulmer & Berne LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and class action. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (2003). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 2003) and Case Western Reserve University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Ohio State and Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Associations. Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Max Warner Thomas is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate advocacy, business litigation and 12 other areas of law
  • Max received a B.A. degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1988, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Max practices at Ulmer & Berne LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Max Warner Thomas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Max Warner Thomas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Max Warner Thomas is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Max Warner Thomas is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Class Action

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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 Cleveland 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 venue, 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 Max Warner Thomas

Where is Max Warner Thomas's law office located?
Max Warner Thomas's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Ulmer & Berne LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Max Warner Thomas handle?
Max Warner Thomas focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Max Warner Thomas practiced law?
Max Warner Thomas has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Max Warner Thomas go to law school?
Max Warner Thomas earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Max Warner Thomas for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Max Warner Thomas received?
Max Warner Thomas's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
- 2003
B.A.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1988

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2003

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