Atty. Thomas Edward Skilken

Atty. Thomas Edward Skilken

Thomas Edward Skilken is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, trial practice, business litigation and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Dayton Dayton 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Edward Skilken at a glance

Thomas Edward Skilken is a Principal based in Dayton, Ohio, practicing at Ralph A. Skilken Co. LPA. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, workers comp, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1978), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1981). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1978) and Oberlin College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Ohio State Bar Association Ohio Association of Justice Miami Valley Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Dayton, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Edward Skilken is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, trial practice, business litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Thomas practices at Ralph A. Skilken Co. LPA in Dayton, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Edward Skilken's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Edward Skilken 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.

Thomas Edward Skilken is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Thomas Edward Skilken is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Thomas Edward Skilken is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Ohio →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Thomas Edward Skilken is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Ohio →

Securities Law

Thomas Edward Skilken is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities 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 Thomas Edward Skilken

Where is Thomas Edward Skilken's law office located?
Thomas Edward Skilken's law practice is located in Dayton, Ohio. The firm is Ralph A. Skilken Co. LPA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Edward Skilken handle?
Thomas Edward Skilken focuses on personal injury, business, workers comp, ssd, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Thomas Edward Skilken practiced law?
Thomas Edward Skilken has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Thomas Edward Skilken go to law school?
Thomas Edward Skilken earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Thomas Edward Skilken for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Edward Skilken directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Thomas Edward Skilken received?
Thomas Edward Skilken's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1978
B.A.
Oberlin College
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1981

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