Atty. Timothy Joseph Richards

Atty. Timothy Joseph Richards

Timothy Joseph Richards is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, litigation, labor and employment and 3 other areas of law. Timothy received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Timothy Joseph Richards at a glance

Timothy Joseph Richards is an Associate based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Frantz Ward LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2004). Educated at The Ohio State University, Moritz College of Law (J.D., 2004) and Wesleyan University (B.A. Philosophy, 1999). Active member of Federal Bar Association Ohio Bar Association Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Timothy Joseph Richards is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, litigation, labor and employment and 3 other areas of law
  • Timothy received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Timothy practices at Frantz Ward LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy Joseph Richards's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy Joseph Richards 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.

Timothy Joseph Richards is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Timothy Joseph Richards is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

Creditor Rights & Collections

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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 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 Timothy Joseph Richards

Where is Timothy Joseph Richards's law office located?
Timothy Joseph Richards's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Frantz Ward LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy Joseph Richards handle?
Timothy Joseph Richards focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Timothy Joseph Richards practiced law?
Timothy Joseph Richards has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Timothy Joseph Richards go to law school?
Timothy Joseph Richards earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A. Philosophy, 1999).
How can I contact Timothy Joseph Richards for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University, Moritz College of Law
- 2004
B.A. Philosophy
Wesleyan University
- 1999

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 2004

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