Atty. James Joseph Dunn

Atty. James Joseph Dunn

James Joseph Dunn is a lawyer practicing criminal, disability, juvenile and 1 other area of law. James received a B.S. degree from John Carroll University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About James Joseph Dunn at a glance

James Joseph Dunn is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at James J. Dunn. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1983) and John Carroll University (B.S., 1978). Active member of Cuyahoga County Bar Association. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Joseph Dunn is a lawyer practicing criminal, disability, juvenile and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from John Carroll University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at James J. Dunn in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph Dunn's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Joseph Dunn is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

James Joseph Dunn is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 James Joseph Dunn

Where is James Joseph Dunn's law office located?
James Joseph Dunn's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is James J. Dunn. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph Dunn handle?
James Joseph Dunn focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Joseph Dunn practiced law?
James Joseph Dunn has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Joseph Dunn go to law school?
James Joseph Dunn earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact James Joseph Dunn for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1983
B.S.
John Carroll University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984

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