Atty. Michael Wayne Padgett

Atty. Michael Wayne Padgett

Michael Wayne Padgett is a lawyer practicing advice and counsel, litigation, labor relations and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (463) 303-6652

Profile Summary

About Michael Wayne Padgett at a glance

Michael Wayne Padgett is an Office Managing Principal based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Jackson Lewis P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1991), U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Indiana (1991), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Oklahoma and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Seventh Circ (2003). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1991) and Purdue University (B.S. Mechanical, 1984). Active member of Professional Associations and Activities •Indiana Chamber of Commerce Employment Law Committee •Indiana State Bar Association •Indianapolis Bar Association. Serves clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Wayne Padgett is a lawyer practicing advice and counsel, litigation, labor relations and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices at Jackson Lewis P.C. in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Wayne Padgett's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

Michael Wayne Padgett is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Indiana →

Civil Litigation

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

Michael Wayne Padgett is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Indiana →

Appellate Practice

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Indianapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Wayne Padgett

Where is Michael Wayne Padgett's law office located?
Michael Wayne Padgett's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Jackson Lewis P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Wayne Padgett handle?
Michael Wayne Padgett focuses on employment, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Michael Wayne Padgett practiced law?
Michael Wayne Padgett has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael Wayne Padgett go to law school?
Michael Wayne Padgett earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Mechanical, 1984).
How can I contact Michael Wayne Padgett for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1991
B.S. Mechanical
Purdue University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern and Northern Districts of Indiana
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Oklahoma and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Seventh Circ
Admitted: 2003

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