Atty. Stephanie P. Ottenwess

Atty. Stephanie P. Ottenwess

Stephanie P. Ottenwess is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, commercial litigation, employment litigation and 5 other areas of law.

Detroit Detroit 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephanie P. Ottenwess at a glance

Stephanie P. Ottenwess is a Partner based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Ottenwess Law, PLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1994), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1994), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (2013). Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1994) and University of Michigan (B.S., 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephanie P. Ottenwess is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, commercial litigation, employment litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Stephanie received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Stephanie practices at Ottenwess Law, PLC in Detroit, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Stephanie P. Ottenwess's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephanie P. Ottenwess handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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Employment Law

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

Stephanie P. Ottenwess is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephanie P. Ottenwess

Where is Stephanie P. Ottenwess's law office located?
Stephanie P. Ottenwess's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Ottenwess Law, PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephanie P. Ottenwess handle?
Stephanie P. Ottenwess focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Stephanie P. Ottenwess practiced law?
Stephanie P. Ottenwess has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Stephanie P. Ottenwess go to law school?
Stephanie P. Ottenwess earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1991).
How can I contact Stephanie P. Ottenwess for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephanie P. Ottenwess received?
Stephanie P. Ottenwess's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1994
B.S.
University of Michigan
- 1991

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2013

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