Atty. Warner Mendenhall

Atty. Warner Mendenhall

I have been active politically all my life. Beginning with two terms on Akron City Council in the early 1990s, I have helped citizens fight corruption and the abuse of power of local governments throughout Ohio.

Akron Akron 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Warner Mendenhall at a glance

Warner Mendenhall is a Principal based in Akron, Ohio, practforg at Mendenhall Law Group. They haand 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Ohio United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio United States District Court for (1998). Educated at University of Akron School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Kent State University (M.A. Political, 1996). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • I have been active politically all my life
  • Beginning with two terms on Akron City Council in the early 1990s, I have helped citizens fight corruption and the abuse of power of local governments throughout Ohio
  • During my time on the city council, I felt that the city law department was not giving me accurate answers so I went to law school
  • After getting licensed in the late 1990s, I won my first cases exposing block grant fraud and defending Charter Amendments in Akron and knew that I had found my calling
  • FROM POLITICS TO LAW Since then, I've been building a mission-oriented practice to hold local, state government, and corporations accountable
  • Anchored by a passion for helping to give ordinary people the power to stand up to government abuses, corporate fraud, and bank malfeasance
  • Being driven by the idea of providing high-quality service to those in need of legal help, my firm and areas of practice have grown over the years into many areas. "When you choose to work with me, it's not like what you see on TV
  • I care about our collaboration and delivering the best outcome I can
  • WHY WORK WITH ME?
  • Most of the clients I've had the pleasure of working with found my law firm as they were searching for an attorney who is driven and dedicated to helping them move past their legal struggles
  • With my diverse background after two decades of providing professional legal services, I am very knowledgeable about the cases and situations my clients are facing
  • I can then use that to think outside of the box and remain steadfast when taking on larger institutions
  • When confronted with the stress of a legal matter, you want to work with an attorney who not only understands legal strategy, but media and political strategy too
  • When you reach out to me, we generally explore your life situation beyond the case so we can understand where the case fits into your big picture
  • This helps me understand how I should proceed with your case by providing a deeper understanding of what you need from me to help solve your problem
  • With every case, I strive to do right by the client
  • When my internal resources aren't enough, I have a big network of firms that I can work with in a collaborative way to slay your giants
  • I'm not too proud to work with other people that will make your legal team stronger
  • No matter what you're facing, reach out to me and I can help you get the ball rolling

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practforg law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Akron 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 substantiand 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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Where is Warner Mendenhall's law office located?
Warner Mendenhall's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. The firm is Mendenhall Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Warner Mendenhall practiced law?
Warner Mendenhall has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Warner Mendenhall go to law school?
Warner Mendenhall earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (M.A. Political, 1996).
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What awards or recognition has Warner Mendenhall receiandd?
Warner Mendenhall's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Akron School of Law
- 1998
M.A. Political
Kent State University
- 1996

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio United States District Court for
Admitted: 1998

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