Michael Chesney
About Michael Chesney
Michael Chesney is a Partner at Frantz Ward LLP, where he has worked since 2000, specializing in labor and employment law. He has over two decades of experience representing management and advising on compliance with employment laws.
Work at Frantz Ward LLP
Michael Chesney has served as a Partner at Frantz Ward LLP since 2000, contributing over 24 years of experience in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio area. In this role, he represents management in various aspects of labor and employment law. His practice includes advising on compliance with employment laws, workplace investigations, and litigation avoidance strategies. Chesney has successfully represented employers in both single plaintiff and class/collective actions, demonstrating his expertise in navigating complex legal challenges.
Education and Expertise
Michael Chesney earned his Juris Doctor (JD) from Notre Dame Law School, where he studied from 1989 to 1992. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Public Policy from Duke University, studying from 1984 to 1988. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal practice, which focuses on labor and employment law. Chesney has extensive experience advising on issues related to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), particularly concerning leaves of absence.
Background
Before joining Frantz Ward LLP, Michael Chesney worked as an Attorney at Thompson Hine LLP from 1992 to 2000. His career spans over two decades, during which he has developed a specialization in defending employers against labor and employment law claims. Chesney's background includes advising on compliance with employment laws and addressing issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination in the workplace.
Achievements
Michael Chesney has received recognition for his contributions to labor and employment law. He has been named in the Top 50 Cleveland Lawyers List by Super Lawyers and has been inducted as a Fellow in The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. Additionally, he has been recognized on the Ohio Super Lawyers list for his expertise and commitment to the field. Chesney's work includes preparing policies and employment agreements for companies and providing strategic advice to minimize the risk of employment litigation.