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Andrew List
Columbus, OH Attorney with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationProducts Liability
Ohio State University - Columbus
Mr. List has been listed in Best Lawyers in America; Ohio SuperLawyers; Business First: Top Lawyers in Columbus; and Best in the US (commercial and personal injury litigation). He is a past president of the Central Ohio Association for Justice, and a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Mr. List limits his practice to complex litigation, including mass torts and class actions
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John Philip Milton Rutan
Columbus, OH Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationWhite Collar Crime
University of La Verne College of Law
Attorney John Philip Milton Rutan is the Managing Attorney and Founder of Rutan Law. Rutan Law was opened up in November 2010. His legal career begin in 2002 while attending a paralegal school in downtown Columbus Ohio. After working and training as a paralegal in Columbus for 2 years, John moved to Fort Lauderdale Florida where he was modeled by Roberto Stanziale into the attorney he is today. In 2007 John began law school at The University of La Verne in Ontario California. Before coming to Ohio John concluded his law clerking and paralegal experience in the Public Defender’s office...
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Maxwell B. Newsome
Beavercreek, OH Attorney with 2 years of experience
(937) 797-8500
4244 Indian Ripple Road
Suite 150
Beavercreek, OH 45440
Appeals
University of Dayton School of Law
Maxwell Newsome is a sharp, young attorney who represents clients in probate, trust, security clearance, appellate advocacy (Civil and Criminal), and general civil litigation matters. Maxwell has the eagerness and expertise you are looking for in an attorney.
Maxwell is a graduate of Cornerstone University, which he attended on a bowling and academic scholarship. He then graduated from the University of Dayton School of Law and its and Leadership Honors Program. While at Dayton, Maxwell competed in the Attorney General Mock Trial Competition, where he won a Best Attorney award. He was also the Outside Articles Editor on the...
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Brian G. Jones
Delaware, OH Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationUniversity of Akron School of Law
Before launching his own practice, Brian served as an Assistant Public Defender in Portage County, Ohio. While there, Brian made a name for himself by putting his own freedom at risk in order to defend his client's rights. When ordered by a rogue judge to proceed to trial after a mere two hours assigned to the case, Brian declined to begin the trial because he did not want to sacrifice the client's right to effective assistance of counsel and a fair trial. Brian was immediately arrested for refusing the judge's illegal orders. The case garnered national attention. The National Association...
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Chris Reel
Columbus, OH Attorney with 9 years of experience
Business, Real Estate, Securities and Trademarks
Capital University Law School
I am a business, sports and entertainment lawyer as well as a professional sports agent. My firm works closely with growing businesses, sports franchises, production companies, films and other entertainment events to raise capital, protect intellectual property, negotiate key agreements, as well as leverage assets and brand value.
My approach to legal representation is simple: Transparency and honesty. You will have a firm understanding of the entire process, no matter the issue, from start to finish. Due to my flat fee billing structure, I am able to become more like a partner as the fee will not change no matter...
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Marion H. Little Jr.
New Albany, OH Attorney with 36 years of experience
Appeals, Business, Communications and Employment
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
Representative Engagements
Lead counsel in six-week jury trial for local development company, its principal, and condominium buyers in litigation against regional bank arising from bank’s breach of contract to provide construction financing for developer’s project to convert historic apartment building to condominiums. Obtained dismissal or jury verdict for plaintiffs on $6 million counterclaim brought by bank. Obtained jury verdict of approximately $14.0 million against bank on breach of contract and tortious interference claims brought by developer and additional verdicts totaling $5.6 million for condominium buyers. The net result was a $25 million judgment for clients.
Lead trial counsel in four-week trial advancing...
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Thomas L Erb Jr
Medina, OH Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Business
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
As the founding attorney of Erb Legal LLC, Thomas L. Erb, Jr. has dedicated his practice to representing Medina residents and their families in a variety of cases under Ohio law, including family law, juvenile law, estate planning, and personal injury cases.
Attorney Erb graduated from Case Western Reserve Law School in 2012 and was admitted to the State Bar of Ohio shortly after. Today, Tom’s practice covers clients from Medina and Wayne Counties.
You trust Attorney Erb to protect you and your family’s legal interests in cases like divorce, parentage, child custody, adoption, juvenile law, estate planning, probate, and personal injury...
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Jeremy M. Nicholas
New Albany, OH Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness
University of Toledo College of Law
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Richard Joseph Stahl III
Middleburg Heights, OH Attorney with 18 years of experience
(440) 891-8388
18051 Jefferson Park
Suite #102
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Appeals and Bankruptcy
Ohio Northern University
Rick is an attorney in Middleburg Heights, Ohio who works mainly in Family Law (Divorce, Support, Custody, etc.). In additional to representing litigants in divorce, custody, and support matters, he also acts as a Guardian ad Litem and represents the rights of children. His practice also includes work in Probate (Wills, Trusts, Estates, etc.), Criminal, and Appellate Advocacy, and provides services throughout Cuyahoga, Lorain, and Medina counties. He graduated from Ohio Northern University with his Bachelors of Science Degree in 2003 and went on to receive his law degree from Ohio Northern University in 2006. ...
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Mr. Patrick Merrick
Lakewood , OH Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Ohio Abogado Patrick Merrick ofrenda servicios legales para la comunidad Latina y Hispano en Ohio por Lesiones de Trabajo y Compensación de Trabajadores, Accidentes de Auto y Accidentes de Camiones, Lesiones causadas por Negligencia de Hospitales y Doctores, Programas de Incapacidad de la Seguridad Social (Disability) y SSI.
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Mina N Khorrami
Columbus, OH Attorney with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Valparaiso University School of Law
If you are looking for an attorney to defend your rights before the court or to help you with the complex procedures and paperwork of filing for bankruptcy, whether personal or business, I have the experience to help you through the process. I've been a practicing bankruptcy law, debt defense, foreclosure defense, and general business law in Columbus, Ohio since 1992 and before that in St. Louis, Missouri since 1985.
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Jessica Doogan
Columbus, OH Lawyer with 10 years of experience
Free ConsultationEmployment
Capital University Law School
Jessica Doogan is an Associate in the Labor and Employment practice area concentrating primarily on Wage and Hour/Overtime violations under the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and applicable Ohio law, Employment Law, and violations of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
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Alexander Andrews
Columbus, OH Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Products Liability
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Practice areas include business and commercial litigation, product liability and personal injury defense, fire investigation and litigation, insurance coverage, large loss subrogation, and cyber security. Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (NAFI). AV rated.
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Julie Carrie Nemecek
Columbus, OH Attorney with 20 years of experience
Immigration
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
The Nemecek Firm, Ltd. offers a comprehensive range of immigration services to clients across the U.S. and abroad. Built on a passion for delivering highly effective legal representation throughout every stage of the immigration process, the firm is dedicated to treating each case with great attention and care. This dedication combined with The Nemecek Firm's intricate knowledge of the complex immigration laws and vast experience has enabled the firm to provide first-rate solutions in a time efficient manner.
The firm's core practice areas include:
Employment-based Immigration [Temporary Work Visas (H-1B, TN, L-1, O-1, E, etc..);Green Cards (PERM, extraordinary ability, national interest waivers,...
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John Harold Bates
Columbus, OH Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Capital University Law School
John Bates is a Columbus, Ohio based attorney who handles criminal defense, traffic, motor vehicle accident, child custody, divorce, and Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases. I practice in central Ohio, which includes Franklin, Delaware, Union, Knox, Licking, Fairfield, Pickaway, and Madison counties. I have been representing families and their legal needs since 1993. I represent clients at all levels of the Ohio state and federal court systems. With over 20+ years of legal and litigation experience, I am strongly qualified to handle your specific legal situation. As your attorney, I provide quality and affordable legal representation...
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Jann C Washington
Richmond Hts., OH Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Cleveland State University
I began my career in the law as a paralegal. I worked for a medical malpractice attorney for over ten years. I then became a paralegal for a creditor’s rights attorney for four years, working my way up the firm to become the controller and office manager of the firm, all the while attending law school and offering part-time paralegal duties to a personal injury and general practice attorney. Upon graduating law school and passing the bar I worked as a general practice attorney in a small law firm in Chardon, Ohio. It was in that practice that I began...
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Nicholas James Mitchell
South Euclid, OH Lawyer
Consumer and Real Estate
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
My background has taken me through a wide array of legal areas, including Family Law, Probate, Wills & Trusts, and Insurance Litigation. I completed my undergraduate degree in Political Science at Marietta College. I graduated with my JD from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in May of 2023.
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Matthew T. Dixon
Middletown, OH Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Bankruptcy
Mississippi College School of Law
A Middletown, Ohio, native, Matthew T. Dixon is a graduate of Edgewood High School in nearby Trenton. He earned his undergraduate degree from his grandfather's alma mater, Mississippi State University, in 1996 and his doctor of jurisprudence, magna cum laude, from the Mississippi College School of Law in 2000. Prior to returning to his hometown, he was employed as the senior associate attorney at the law firm of Henley, Lotterhos & Henley, PLLC, in Jackson, Mississippi, practicing primarily in the fields of debtor/creditor law and insurance subrogation. Previously, he had assisted in criminal defense as a legal...
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Justin Randall Lodge
Granville, OH Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Business, Real Estate and Tax
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
Attorney, CPA and MBA with a varied transactional practice in Licking County, Ohio, serving clients in Newark, Granville, Heath, Pataskala, Johnstown, Alexandria, Utica, Hebron, Buckeye Lake, and all over central Ohio.
Practice areas include estate planning and probate, tax, real estate and business law.
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Craig Kahn
Beachwood, OH Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationConsumer
Craig A. Kahn founded Kahn & Associates, L.L.C., a growing consumer law firm dedicated to providing legal counsel to consumers in the fall of 1996. As one of the nation’s leading lemon law firms, Kahn & Associates, L.L.C. has assisted thousands of consumers who purchased defective, new motor vehicles and other products and has grown to include offices in multiple states.
A highly regarded legal professional and managing partner of Kahn & Associates, Mr. Kahn is devoted to consumer advocacy and consumer related issues. He has been featured in newspaper and magazine articles, and radio interviews discussing the merits of the...
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Mr Thomas M DiCaudo
Akron, OH Lawyer with 37 years of experience
White Collar Crime
University of Akron
When you need skilled criminal defense representation, Attorney DiCaudo is the right choice for you. Mr. DiCaudo was admitted to practice law in Ohio in 1988. He graduated in the top of his class from the University of Akron School of Law, and immediately accepted a position with Prosecutor's Office in Akron. Mr. DiCaudo moved from Assistant Prosecutor to Assistant Chief Prosecutor in only three years! He work for the Prosecutor's Office for over 10 years before taking his skills and expertise in criminal law to his own law practice in 2008. Mr. DiCaudo is definitely an expert when it...
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Marque Carey
Beachwood, OH Lawyer with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law
Marque Carey is an attorney with over 11 years of experience in bankruptcy law. His practice focus is on consumer and business bankruptcy, including Chapter 7, 11 and 13. Marque has handled hundreds of cases as both a Trustee and Debtors counsel. In 2011 Marque was appointed as a Chapter 7 Trustee in the Western District of Kentucky.
In addition to his extensive experience as a Trustee, Marque has 13 years' experience as a bankruptcy attorney. As a debtor's attorney he has experienced a multitude of scenarios and has the skillset to address those confidently.
Marque values open and frequent communication with...
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Nathan Woodward
Cleveland, OH Lawyer
Communications
Case Western Reserve University
As an experienced and skilled litigator and trial attorney, Nathan Woodward’s goal-oriented and collaborative approach to handling a broad variety of complex litigation matters and prelitigation disputes has contributed to the successful results he achieves for his clients. He works with business and individual clients to understand and develop goals in order to structure agreements that accomplish their objectives. Nathan identifies points of agreement with the opposing party, prioritizes issues, and crafts mutually-agreeable arrangements to obtain favorable results in a timely, efficient manner for his clients. Nathan’s ability to provide practical advice and construct creative solutions to address each clients’...
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Mario Joseph Fazio
Beachwood, OH Attorney with 36 years of experience
Business and Tax
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Mario J. Fazio's experience as a former IRS attorney provides prospective clients with deep experience in all client matters in front of the Internal Revenue Service, including audits, appeals, collection defense and litigation. Dealing with the IRS is an integral part of the tax practice. Mario understands that an IRS audit or collection proceeding can be disruptive and overwhelming. His experience in representing clients in front of the IRS and the Ohio Department of Taxation over the years allows him to provide you with a clear understanding of the inner workings of the government and a practical approach to resolving...
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Cathleen Marie Bolek
Cleveland, OH Lawyer with 32 years of experience
(216) 464-3004
Monarch Centre, Suite 302
5885 Landerbrook Drive
Cleveland, OH 44124
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation and Employment
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Cathleen is an accomplished civil trial attorney and a principal in the firm Bolek Besser Glesius LLC. She has been representing individuals in employment disputes for more than twenty years. Cathleen is listed in the 2014, 2013 and 2012 publications "Best Lawyers," her firm has been listed those same years in "Best Law Firms," and she has been included in Ohio Super Lawyers and Ohio Rising Stars Magazines multiple times. Since 2005, the Legal Directory, Martindale Hubbell, has given Cathleen its highest rating, AV®. Martindale Hubbell assigns the AV® certification mark only to those attorneys who have been ranked...
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Marc Rossen
Cleveland, OH Attorney with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness and Communications
Cleveland State University
Marc Rossen Attorney at Law advises startups, founders and investors in the Cleveland and Akron area on matters ranging from entity formation, website privacy policies and terms of service agreements, protection and licensing of intellectual property, and other business transactions. Whether you manage a thriving business or simply have an idea for a product or business you wish to pursue, our office can help you reach your goals.
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Nicholas Costaras
Independence, OH Attorney
(440) 613-0439
7100 E Pleasant Valley Rd., Suite 280
Independence, OH 44131
Business and Real Estate
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
CostarasLaw.com
I am Attorney Nicholas Costaras, your partner in securing your family's financial future and protecting your assets. With over 11 years of expertise in estate planning, business contracts, and real estate law, I am deeply committed to helping families like yours achieve peace of mind and financial security.
Specializations for Family Security:
Comprehensive Estate Planning:
Family is everything, and planning for your family's future is my top priority. I specialize in crafting detailed estate plans, including wills and trusts, ensuring that your legacy is preserved and your family is well cared for in the years to come.
Family-Centric Business Contracts:
Whether you own a...
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Kevin Scott Sandel
Akron, OH Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationInsurance Claims
University of Akron School of Law
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Howard Evan Skolnick
Cleveland, OH Attorney
Free ConsultationProducts Liability and Workers' Comp
Cleveland State University
Howard Skolnick has always focused his firm on communicating effectively and timely with his clients, while fighting aggressively for the best results against insurance companies. Following a serious accident in a third world country, Howard felt the pains of his clients all too well as went through the long hard battle to recovery and life after the accident.
For thirty years, Howard, an invited member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, has zealously represented seriously injured clients in both State and Federal Courts, litigating cases involving a variety of causes of action, such as wrongful death, birth/brain injuries, medical malpractice, nursing...
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Robert Charles Bianchi
Independence, OH Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
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Robert A Bianchi
Independence, OH Lawyer
Free ConsultationWorkers' Comp
Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
Robert is is passionate about helping his clients. He is a member of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, the Parma Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association, and the Justinian Forum.
If you are in need of skilled and experienced attorneys to assist you with Workers’ Compensation, Personal Injury / Serious Accidents, Probate and Wills, or Social Security Disability, we invite you to call us for a free consultation and discuss how we can help you. When you call, you will deal directly with us. WE are dedicated to solving your legal problems and PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS!”
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William Randall Rock
Dayton, OH Lawyer with 40 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness, Insurance Claims, Products Liability and Real Estate
University of Dayton School of Law
Legal matters can be intimidating, overwhelming and stressful. For over three decades I have had the privilege and satisfaction of helping people solve legal problems. Most who contact my office are experiencing difficult times and, therefore, legal representation must be competent, effective and conducted with intense enthusiasm and devotion to purpose. In a word, legal representation must be zealous. If you have a concern and seek professional legal advise, contact our office and schedule a FREE INITIAL and CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION to discuss your case. Our fees are reasonable, affordable and agreeable payment plans can...
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Christopher P. Wido
Independence, OH Attorney
Employment
University of Akron School of Law
At Spitz, The Employee's Law Firm, Christopher Wido serves as a Partner and oversees the wage and hour department. Following his graduation with honors from the University of Akron School of Law, Christopher was admitted to the Ohio Bar in November 2013. Throughout his professional journey, Christopher has focused primarily on labor and employment law.
Since 2016, Christopher has dedicated his practice to advocating for employees in wage and hour disputes, citing both federal and state regulations. His expertise extends to managing collective actions across various states. Christopher's track record includes successful representation of workers seeking unpaid wages and overtime compensation,...
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Joseph Anthony Condeni
Brooklyn Heights, OH Attorney with 43 years of experience
(216) 771-1760
600 East Granger Road Second Floor
Brooklyn Heights, OH 44131
Business and Workers' Comp
Cleveland State University and Bowling Green State University
Joe received his Juris Doctor degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in 1982 after graduating from Bowling Green State University. While attending law school he served as managing editor of the Cleveland State Law Review and was selected for inclusion in Who's Who Among American Law Students. Joe was honored with inclusion in Who's Who in American Law for the Millennium Edition and is a member of the Ohio Association for Justice, American Association for Justice, Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys, the Ohio Employment Lawyers Association, and the Ohio State Bar Association. Mr. Condeni concentrates his practice in the area...
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Necol Russell-Washington
Reynoldsburg, OH Attorney with 24 years of experience
(888) 243-3529
Ext. 3
8067 Harvest Moon Drive
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business and Tax
Capital University Law School and Ohio State University - Columbus
NRW Law Office
8067 Harvest Moon Drive
Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 Phone:(888)243-LAW3(5293)
Web: www.nrwlaw.net
Email: nrw@nrwlaw.net
Necol Russell-Washington is an attorney with NRW Law Office practicing primarily in the areas of law relevant to small and mid-sized businesses and nonprofit organizations. In addition, Necol is an...
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Jonathan T. Hyman
Cleveland, OH Attorney
(216) 696-8700
One Cleveland Center - 20th Floor
1375 East 9th Street
Cleveland, OH 44114
Business and Employment
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Jonathan T. Hyman is a partner and litigation attorney at Kohrman Jackson & Krantz P.L.L. in Cleveland, Ohio. Jon concentrates his practice in the representation of businesses in employment and labor disputes and counseling companies on various employment issues. He has written and lectured extensively on myriad employment law issues, including the FMLA, sexual harassment, discrimination, wage and hour issues, and background checks. Jon has been regularly interviewed and quoted by the local and national media on employment matters, including the National Law Journal, Business Insurance Magazine, Crain’s Cleveland Business, Inside Counsel, and Lawyer’s USA. He is also a member...
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Ronald Lee Burdge
Dayton, OH Lawyer with 46 years of experience
Over 40 years and more than 7,000 cases of experience handling motor vehicle Consumer Protection Laws, including Lemon Laws, state and federal defective vehicle warranty laws, the federal Magnuson Moss Warranty law, breach of contract, sales fraud, odometer rollback laws, and more. Admitted to practice law in federal courts located in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Colorado, Western Districts of Pennsylvania and New York, and elsewhere, and several state and federal courts of appeals and Ohio and Kentucky state courts.
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Lila Dawud Raslan
Cleveland, OH Attorney
1701 E. 12th Street Suite 3GW
Cleveland, OH 44114
Free ConsultationImmigration
West Virginia University College of Law
Practice area for Attorney Raslan focuses on Complex Family Law matters and Immigration. As one of the founders of the Law Firm almost 20 years ago, Attorney Raslan has had extensive experience in these areas with a focus on the clients needs, emotions and family. Both of these areas require an attorney with a strong work ethic, experience and knowledge in the area but also compassion and true caring for their clients. Several languages are spoken in the Office including, Arabic, Spanish, Romanian and Hungarian.
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Andrew M. Engel
Centerville, OH Attorney with 34 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Consumer and Real Estate
American University Washington College of Law
My practice includes all areas of consumer protection law, including mortgage foreclosure defense, predatory lending, mortgage broker fraud, home improvement claims, and other consumer claims. Recent case victories include: Fed. Nat'l. Home Loan Mtge. Corp. v. Schwartzwald, (Oct. 31, 2012) 2012-Ohio-5017. This case is a huge victory for Ohio homeowners. It will help level the playing field for homeowners, and it provides hope to those who have previously lost their home to foreclosure. The Supreme Court ruled that a bank must have the right to enforce the note and mortgage on the day it files its foreclosure case....
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Paul Spaeth
Dayton, OH Attorney with 42 years of experience
Bankruptcy and Business
The Ohio State University Michael E. Moritz College of Law
Paul H. Spaeth has been representing bankruptcy clients, both debtors and creditors, for over 26 years. He began his career as a bankruptcy attorney working for a government agency that monitors bankruptcy cases. He entered private practice in 1990, representing clients in personal and business bankruptcies, from the simplest to the most complex. Mr. Spaeth has been a solo practitioner for over 17 years. His goal is to provide the best possible representation and to be approachable and responsive. He has been rated "AV" (preeminent), the highest rating, by his peers through the Martindale Hubbell rating process....