Atty. James Patrick Martello
James Patrick Martello is a lawyer practicing general practice, workers compensation, social security and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Dayton in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.
General Practice & More Attorney · Serving Cleveland, OH · 52+ Years Experience
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About James Patrick Martello at a Glance
James Patrick Martello is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Gibson, Brelo, Ziccarelli & Martello. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, workers comp, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1974). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law, Cleveland State University (J.D., 1974) and University of Dayton (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cuyahoga County (Vice-Chairman, Lawyers-Clients Relations Committee, 1977-1979) and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Patrick Martello
- James Patrick Martello is a lawyer practicing general practice, workers compensation, social security and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Dayton in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
- James practices at Gibson, Brelo, Ziccarelli & Martello in Cleveland, OH
Practice Areas Explained
James Patrick Martello's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Patrick Martello 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 Patrick Martello is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →
Family Law in Cleveland
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
James Patrick Martello is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →
Workers Compensation in Cleveland
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
James Patrick Martello is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Ohio →
Social Security Disability in Cleveland
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
James Patrick Martello is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Ohio →
Securities Law in Cleveland
James Patrick Martello is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities 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 Patrick Martello
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 Patrick Martello's practice in the field of personal injury, family law, workers comp, ssd, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Patrick Martello brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, family law, and workers comp, James Patrick Martello 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 Patrick Martello 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 Patrick Martello Handles in Cleveland
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