Atty. William Michael Mattes

Atty. William Michael Mattes

William Michael Mattes is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate, non-competition litigation and 12 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from Southern Connecticut State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Columbus Columbus 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About William Michael Mattes at a glance

William Michael Mattes is a Partner based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Ohio Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Southern District of Ohio Northern District of Ohio U.S. Bankrup (1988). Educated at Southern Connecticut State University (B.S. Political, 1985) and Ohio Northern University, Claude W. Pettit College of Law J.D. 1988 Law Review - member Ohio Northern University, Claude W. Pettit College of Law J.D. Moot Court - member Ohio Northern Univer (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Michael Mattes is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, appellate, non-competition litigation and 12 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Southern Connecticut State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • William practices at Dinsmore & Shohl LLP in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

William Michael Mattes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Michael Mattes 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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

William Michael Mattes 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.

William Michael Mattes is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Workers Compensation

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

William Michael Mattes is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Columbus 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 William Michael Mattes

Where is William Michael Mattes's law office located?
William Michael Mattes's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Dinsmore & Shohl LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Michael Mattes handle?
William Michael Mattes focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has William Michael Mattes practiced law?
William Michael Mattes has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did William Michael Mattes go to law school?
William Michael Mattes earned their education at (B.S. Political, 1985); (—).
How can I contact William Michael Mattes for a consultation?
You can contact William Michael Mattes 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 Michael Mattes received?
William Michael Mattes's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

B.S. Political
Southern Connecticut State University
- 1985
Ohio Northern University, Claude W. Pettit College of Law J.D. 1988 Law Review - member Ohio Northern University, Claude W. Pettit College of Law J.D. Moot Court - member Ohio Northern Univer
- In Progress

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Ohio Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Southern District of Ohio Northern District of Ohio U.S. Bankrup
Admitted: 1988

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