Atty. James Alan Climer
James Alan Climer is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil rights, litigation and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Miami University, Ohio in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Cleveland, OH · 46+ Years Experience
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About James Alan Climer at a Glance
James Alan Climer is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co., L.P.A.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, tax, litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1981), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1990). Educated at University of Toledo College of Law (J.D., 1980) and Miami University, Ohio (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Parma, Ohio State Bar Associations Cuyahoga County Law Directors Association. Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Alan Climer
- James Alan Climer is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, civil rights, litigation and 6 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Miami University, Ohio in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
- James practices at Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co., L.P.A. in Cleveland, OH
Practice Areas Explained
James Alan Climer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Alan Climer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cleveland.
Personal Injury in Cleveland
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.
James Alan Climer is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →
Tax Law in Cleveland
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
James Alan Climer is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Litigation in Cleveland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Alan Climer is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Rights in Cleveland
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
James Alan Climer is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Ohio →
Government & Administrative Law in Cleveland
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
James Alan Climer is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Ohio →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cleveland
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 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.
Cleveland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cleveland-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 Cleveland Choose James Alan Climer
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 James Alan Climer's practice in the field of personal injury, tax, litigation, civil rights, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Alan Climer brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio, James Alan Climer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, tax, and litigation, James Alan Climer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cleveland
A Cleveland-based practice means James Alan Climer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Alan Climer Handles in Cleveland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Alan Climer has experience with under Ohio law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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