Atty. Michael Robert Fortney

Atty. Michael Robert Fortney

Michael Robert Fortney is a lawyer practicing construction law, civil litigation, corporate law and 12 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 2005, and has been licensed for 12 years.

Wadsworth Wadsworth 12 yrs experience 12 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Robert Fortney at a glance

Michael Robert Fortney is a Principal based in Wadsworth, Ohio. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, breach of contract, and construction. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2014), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (2014), United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio (2016), and Kentucky (2025). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 2014) and Miami University (B.A., 2005). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Ohio State Bar Association Akron Bar Association Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Wadsworth, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Robert Fortney is a lawyer practicing construction law, civil litigation, corporate law and 12 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 2005, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Michael practices in Wadsworth, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Robert Fortney's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Breach of Contract

Michael Robert Fortney is one of 5,938 breach of contract attorneys indexed nationally. Browse breach of contract attorneys in Ohio →

Construction Law

Michael Robert Fortney is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Robert Fortney

Where is Michael Robert Fortney's law office located?
Michael Robert Fortney's law practice is located in Wadsworth, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Robert Fortney handle?
Michael Robert Fortney focuses on contracts, employment, business, breach of contract, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Michael Robert Fortney practiced law?
Michael Robert Fortney has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Michael Robert Fortney go to law school?
Michael Robert Fortney earned their education at (J.D., 2014); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Michael Robert Fortney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Robert Fortney received?
Michael Robert Fortney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
- 2014
B.A.
Miami University
- 2005

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 2014
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2014
United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2016
Kentucky
Admitted: 2025

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