Atty. James Alan Climer

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.

Cleveland Cleveland 46 Years Experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

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 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 Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Alan Climer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Tax Law

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James Alan Climer is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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

James Alan Climer is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Alan Climer

Where is James Alan Climer's law office located?
James Alan Climer's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Alan Climer handle?
James Alan Climer focuses on personal injury, tax, litigation, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Alan Climer practiced law?
James Alan Climer has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Alan Climer go to law school?
James Alan Climer earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Alan Climer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Alan Climer received?
James Alan Climer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Toledo College of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Miami University, Ohio
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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