Atty. William Madison Thacker

Atty. William Madison Thacker

William Madison Thacker is a lawyer practicing alternate dispute resolution, appellate, automotive and 8 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from Bowling Green State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Ann Arbor Ann Arbor 30 Years Experience 30 year
Call (734) 724-8668

Profile Summary

About William Madison Thacker at a glance

William Madison Thacker is a Member based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, practicing at Dickinson Wright PLLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, employment contracts, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1996), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1996), Ohio (1997), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (2000). Educated at University of Toledo (J.D., 1996) and Bowling Green State University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Washtenaw County, Ohio State, Federal and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan. Serves clients in Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Madison Thacker is a lawyer practicing alternate dispute resolution, appellate, automotive and 8 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Bowling Green State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • William practices at Dickinson Wright PLLC in Ann Arbor, MI

Practice Areas Explained

William Madison Thacker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Madison Thacker 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.

William Madison Thacker is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →

Workers Compensation

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

William Madison Thacker is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Michigan →

Employment Contracts

William Madison Thacker is one of 7,092 employment contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment contracts attorneys in Michigan →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Ann Arbor are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan 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 Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Madison Thacker

Where is William Madison Thacker's law office located?
William Madison Thacker's law practice is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The firm is Dickinson Wright PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Madison Thacker handle?
William Madison Thacker focuses on employment, workers comp, employment contracts, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has William Madison Thacker practiced law?
William Madison Thacker has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did William Madison Thacker go to law school?
William Madison Thacker earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact William Madison Thacker for a consultation?
You can contact William Madison Thacker 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 William Madison Thacker received?
William Madison Thacker's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Toledo
- 1996
B.A.
Bowling Green State University
- 1993

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1996
Ohio
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2004

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