Atty. Carl Casper Monastra

Atty. Carl Casper Monastra

Carl Casper Monastra is a lawyer practicing adoptions, alimony, child custody and 8 other areas of law. Carl received a B.A. degree from Cleveland State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

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Profile Summary

About Carl Casper Monastra at a glance

Carl Casper Monastra is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Carl C. Monastra. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, medical malpractice, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1981) and Cleveland State University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cleveland, Cuyahoga County (Trustee Member: Grievance Committee, 1985-1997 Bar Admissions Committee, 1988— Treasurer, 1989-1990) and Ohio State Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Carl Casper Monastra is a lawyer practicing adoptions, alimony, child custody and 8 other areas of law
  • Carl received a B.A. degree from Cleveland State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Carl practices at Carl C. Monastra in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Carl Casper Monastra's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carl Casper Monastra handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Carl Casper Monastra is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Ohio →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Carl Casper Monastra is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →

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 Cleveland 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 Carl Casper Monastra

Where is Carl Casper Monastra's law office located?
Carl Casper Monastra's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Carl C. Monastra. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carl Casper Monastra handle?
Carl Casper Monastra focuses on divorce, child custody, medical malpractice, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Carl Casper Monastra practiced law?
Carl Casper Monastra has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Carl Casper Monastra go to law school?
Carl Casper Monastra earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Carl Casper Monastra for a consultation?
You can contact Carl Casper Monastra 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 Carl Casper Monastra received?
Carl Casper Monastra's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1981
B.A.
Cleveland State University
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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