Atty. Thomas Henry Dechant

Atty. Thomas Henry Dechant

Thomas Henry Dechant is a lawyer practicing premises liability law, personal injury law. Thomas received a Ph.B. degree from University of Detroit in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas Henry Dechant at a glance

Thomas Henry Dechant is a personal injury and slip & fall attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1958), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1959), and U.S. Supreme Court (1971). Educated at Western Reserve University (LL.B., 1958) and University of Detroit (Ph.B., 1955). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cleveland. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Henry Dechant is a lawyer practicing premises liability law, personal injury law
  • Thomas received a Ph.B. degree from University of Detroit in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • Thomas practices in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Henry Dechant's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Henry Dechant 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 Henry Dechant is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Thomas Henry Dechant is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Cleveland 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 Henry Dechant

Where is Thomas Henry Dechant's law office located?
Thomas Henry Dechant's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Henry Dechant handle?
Thomas Henry Dechant focuses on personal injury, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Thomas Henry Dechant practiced law?
Thomas Henry Dechant has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
Where did Thomas Henry Dechant go to law school?
Thomas Henry Dechant earned their education at (LL.B., 1958); (Ph.B., 1955).
How can I contact Thomas Henry Dechant for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Henry Dechant received?
Thomas Henry Dechant's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Western Reserve University
- 1958
Ph.B.
University of Detroit
- 1955

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1958
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1959
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1971

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