Atty. Todd C. Hicks
Todd advises businesses on a broad range of issues including labor and employment law, operational issues, and transactions. He litigates matters for business clients in state and federal court, including cases involving wrongful termination, employment discrimination, misappropriation of trade secrets, violations of non-compete agreements, and other business related disputes.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chardon, OH · 32+ Years Experience
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About Todd C. Hicks at a Glance
Todd C. Hicks is a Principal based in Chardon, Ohio, practicing at Thrasher, Dinsmore & Dolan A Legal Professional Association. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1994), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1995), New York (1995), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1997). Educated at Ohio State University (J.D., 1994) and University of Cincinnati (B.A., 1991). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cleveland, Geauga County and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chardon, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Todd C. Hicks
- Todd advises businesses on a broad range of issues including labor and employment law, operational issues, and transactions
- He litigates matters for business clients in state and federal court, including cases involving wrongful termination, employment discrimination, misappropriation of trade secrets, violations of non-compete agreements, and other business related disputes
- Todd represents businesses in wage and hours investigations as well as health and safety investigations
- He also defends charges of discrimination filed with the EEOC and state agencies
- Todd also has significant experience in the acquisition, development, leasing and sale of commercial properties
- Todd, his wife, and three sons reside in Bainbridge Township
- He joined the firm in 1994 and became a Principal in 2001
Practice Areas Explained
Todd C. Hicks's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Todd C. Hicks handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chardon.
Employment Law in Chardon
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Todd C. Hicks is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →
Business & Corporate Law in Chardon
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Todd C. Hicks is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →
Real Estate Law in Chardon
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Todd C. Hicks is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Litigation in Chardon
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Todd C. Hicks is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chardon
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 Chardon 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 venue, 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.
Chardon Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chardon-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chardon Choose Todd C. Hicks
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Todd C. Hicks's practice in the field of employment, business, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Todd C. Hicks brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, and New York, Todd C. Hicks can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and real estate, Todd C. Hicks can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chardon
A Chardon-based practice means Todd C. Hicks attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Todd C. Hicks Handles in Chardon
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Todd C. Hicks has experience with under Ohio law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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