Atty. Michael Leonard Fortney
Mr. Michael Leonard Fortney is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business law, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law.
Profile Summary
About Michael Leonard Fortney at a glance
Michael Leonard Fortney is a Member based in Wadsworth, Ohio, practicing at Fortney Law Group LLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment, business, construction, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth and Federal Circuit (1986). Educated at Cleveland State University (J.D., 1985) and Miami University University of Tennessee (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Ohio State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wadsworth, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Mr. Michael Leonard Fortney is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, business law, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Michael received a degree from Miami University, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Michael practices at Fortney Law Group LLC in Wadsworth, OH
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Leonard Fortney's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Leonard Fortney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael Leonard Fortney is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Leonard Fortney is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Michael Leonard Fortney is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Ohio →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Leonard Fortney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Michael Leonard Fortney is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Wadsworth 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.
Looking for additional Ohio attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Wadsworth or all attorneys in Ohio.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Michael Leonard Fortney
Where is Michael Leonard Fortney's law office located?
What practice areas does Michael Leonard Fortney handle?
How long has Michael Leonard Fortney practiced law?
Where did Michael Leonard Fortney go to law school?
How can I contact Michael Leonard Fortney for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Michael Leonard Fortney received?
Practice Areas
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.