Michael J. "Mike" Frantz
About Michael J. Frantz
Michael J. Frantz is a lawyer based in Cleveland, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Michael J. Frantz is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Arbitration
- Education Law
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Labor Law - Union
Current Firm: Frantz Ward LLP
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1976 and University of Notre Dame, BA, graduated 1973
Location: Cleveland, OH
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