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Atty. Michael Richard Pentecost

Atty. Michael Richard Pentecost

Michael Richard Pentecost is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance, domestic relations and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Ohio University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Dayton Dayton 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Richard Pentecost at a glance

Michael Richard Pentecost is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, tax, and litigation attorney based in Dayton, Ohio. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1986) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio, U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. Suprem (1987). Educated at University of Akron (J.D., 1986) and Ohio University (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in Dayton, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Michael Richard Pentecost is a lawyer practicing personal injury, insurance, domestic relations and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Ohio University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices in Dayton, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Richard Pentecost's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Richard Pentecost 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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Michael Richard Pentecost is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael Richard Pentecost is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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

Michael Richard Pentecost is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Dayton 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 Richard Pentecost

Where is Michael Richard Pentecost's law office located?
Michael Richard Pentecost's law practice is located in Dayton, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Richard Pentecost handle?
Michael Richard Pentecost focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, tax, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Michael Richard Pentecost practiced law?
Michael Richard Pentecost has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael Richard Pentecost go to law school?
Michael Richard Pentecost earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Michael Richard Pentecost for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Akron
- 1986
B.A.
Ohio University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio, U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. Suprem
Admitted: 1987

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