Atty. James Rokakis

Atty. James Rokakis

James Rokakis is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate, personal injury and 1 other area of law. James received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Rocky River Rocky River 42 Years Experience 42 year
Call (216) 290-2960

Profile Summary

About James Rokakis at a glance

James Rokakis is a Cuyahoga Co. Treas. based in Rocky River, Ohio. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1983) and Oberlin College (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Rocky River, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Rokakis is a lawyer practicing real estate, probate, personal injury and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Oberlin College in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices in Rocky River, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Rokakis's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Rokakis is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 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 Rokakis

Where is James Rokakis's law office located?
James Rokakis's law practice is located in Rocky River, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Rokakis handle?
James Rokakis focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Rokakis practiced law?
James Rokakis has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Rokakis go to law school?
James Rokakis earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Rokakis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Rokakis received?
James Rokakis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Oberlin College
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984

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