Atty. Barbara Kaye Besser

Atty. Barbara Kaye Besser

Barbara Kaye Besser is a lawyer practicing civil rights, labor & employment, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Barbara received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Richmond Heights Richmond Heights 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara Kaye Besser at a glance

Barbara Kaye Besser is a Member based in Richmond Heights, Ohio. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, and education. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1973) and Hofstra University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Secretary, Labor & Employment Specialty Certification Committee, 1998—) Bar Associations Cleveland Women Lawyers Greater Cleveland Sex Equity Project American Civil Liberties Union (Board of Directors, A.C.L.U. of Ohio Chair, 1977 to 1979 Vice Chair, 1973, Cuyahoga County and Ohio State. Serands clients in Richmond Heights, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara Kaye Besser is a lawyer practicing civil rights, labor & employment, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Barbara received a B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Barbara practices in Richmond Heights, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Kaye Besser's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara Kaye Besser 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.

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Civil Litigation

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

Barbara Kaye Besser is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Barbara Kaye Besser is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Ohio →

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 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 Richmond Heights 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 Barbara Kaye Besser

Where is Barbara Kaye Besser's law office located?
Barbara Kaye Besser's law practice is located in Richmond Heights, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Kaye Besser handle?
Barbara Kaye Besser focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Barbara Kaye Besser practiced law?
Barbara Kaye Besser has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Barbara Kaye Besser go to law school?
Barbara Kaye Besser earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Barbara Kaye Besser for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara Kaye Besser 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 Barbara Kaye Besser received?
Barbara Kaye Besser's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1973
B.A.
Hofstra University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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