Atty. Michael R. Thomas, Esq.

Atty. Michael R. Thomas, Esq.

Michael R. Thomas, Esq. is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate practice, commercial and 2 other areas of law.

Columbus Columbus 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael R. Thomas, Esq. at a glance

Michael R. Thomas, Esq. is an Of Counsel based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, environmental, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1976) and Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1983). Educated at The Ohio State University (M.A., 1983) and University of Michigan (J.D., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael R. Thomas, Esq. is a lawyer practicing litigation, appellate practice, commercial and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael R. received a M.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Michael R. practices at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Michael R. Thomas, Esq.'s Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Michael R. Thomas, Esq. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael R. Thomas, Esq. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael R. Thomas, Esq. is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Michael R. Thomas, Esq. is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Ohio →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Michael R. Thomas, Esq. is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Michael R. Thomas, Esq.

Where is Michael R. Thomas, Esq.'s law office located?
Michael R. Thomas, Esq.'s law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael R. Thomas, Esq. handle?
Michael R. Thomas, Esq. focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, environmental, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Michael R. Thomas, Esq. practiced law?
Michael R. Thomas, Esq. has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Michael R. Thomas, Esq. go to law school?
Michael R. Thomas, Esq. earned their education at (M.A., 1983); (J.D., 1975).
How can I contact Michael R. Thomas, Esq. for a consultation?
You can contact Michael R. Thomas, Esq. directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael R. Thomas, Esq. received?
Michael R. Thomas, Esq.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

M.A.
The Ohio State University
- 1983
J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1976
Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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