Atty. James Matthew Cain

Atty. James Matthew Cain

James Matthew Cain is a lawyer practicing criminal law, federal litigation, trial litigation and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. in B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1966, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Rocky River Rocky River 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About James Matthew Cain at a glance

James Matthew Cain is an U.S. Atty.'s Off. based in Rocky River, Ohio. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Ohioand (1972) and U.S. Supreme Court (1972). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1972) and The Ohio State University (B.S., 1966). Serands clients in Rocky River, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Matthew Cain is a lawyer practicing criminal law, federal litigation, trial litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. in B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1966, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • James practices in Rocky River, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Matthew Cain's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Matthew Cain is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

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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.

James Matthew Cain is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

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.

James Matthew Cain is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

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 Matthew Cain is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Rocky River 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 Matthew Cain

Where is James Matthew Cain's law office located?
James Matthew Cain's law practice is located in Rocky River, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Matthew Cain handle?
James Matthew Cain focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Matthew Cain practiced law?
James Matthew Cain has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did James Matthew Cain go to law school?
James Matthew Cain earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1966).
How can I contact James Matthew Cain for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
- 1972
B.S.
The Ohio State University
- 1966

Bar Admissions

Ohioand
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1972

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