Atty. Basil Michael Russo
Basil Michael Russo is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, child support, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law. Basil received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University, and has been licensed for 54 years.
Bankruptcy & Debt & More Attorney · Serving Parma, OH · 54+ Years Experience
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About Basil Michael Russo at a Glance
Basil Michael Russo is a Member based in Parma, Ohio, practicing at Russo Rosalina & Co., LPA. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, criminal defense, bankruptcy, and child support. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1972). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law J.D. (—) and John Carroll University B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Parma, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Basil Michael Russo
- Basil Michael Russo is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, child support, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
- Basil received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Basil practices at Russo Rosalina & Co., LPA in Parma, OH and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Basil Michael Russo's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Basil Michael Russo handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Parma.
DUI / DWI Defense in Parma
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Divorce in Parma
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Criminal Defense in Parma
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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Bankruptcy & Debt in Parma
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Child Support in Parma
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Parma
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 Parma 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 venue, 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.
Parma Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Parma-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Parma Choose Basil Michael Russo
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Basil Michael Russo's practice in the field of dui/dwi, divorce, criminal defense, bankruptcy, and child support.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Basil Michael Russo brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, divorce, and criminal defense, Basil Michael Russo can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Parma
A Parma-based practice means Basil Michael Russo attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Basil Michael Russo Handles in Parma
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