Atty. Paul Michael Bernhart

Atty. Paul Michael Bernhart

Paul Michael Bernhart is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, administrative law/regulatory law and 2 other areas of law. Paul received a degree from Capital University, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Columbus Columbus 21 yrs experience 21 year
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About Paul Michael Bernhart at a glance

Paul Michael Bernhart is an Associate based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Fishel Hass Kim Albrecht Downey LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (2005). Educated at Capital University J.D. cum laude 2005 The Ohio State University (B.A., 2002). Active member of Columbus, Ohio State, Federal and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Michael Bernhart is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, administrative law/regulatory law and 2 other areas of law
  • Paul received a degree from Capital University, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Paul practices at Fishel Hass Kim Albrecht Downey LLP in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Michael Bernhart's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Michael Bernhart 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.

Paul Michael Bernhart is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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

Paul Michael Bernhart is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Paul Michael Bernhart is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Paul Michael Bernhart

Where is Paul Michael Bernhart's law office located?
Paul Michael Bernhart's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Fishel Hass Kim Albrecht Downey LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Michael Bernhart handle?
Paul Michael Bernhart focuses on employment, litigation, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Paul Michael Bernhart practiced law?
Paul Michael Bernhart has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Paul Michael Bernhart go to law school?
Paul Michael Bernhart earned their education at (B.A., 2002).
How can I contact Paul Michael Bernhart for a consultation?
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Education

B.A.
Capital University J.D. cum laude 2005 The Ohio State University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2005

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