Atty. Joan E. Pettinelli
Joan E. Pettinelli serves as “of counsel” to Fadel & Beyer, devoting her practice to litigation in state and federal courts, primarily in the areas of federal criminal defense and business litigation. “Joanie” is well known for her strong work ethic, her exceptional research and writing skills, and dedication to her clients.
Profile Summary
About Joan E. Pettinelli at a glance
Joan E. Pettinelli is an Of Counsel based in Rocky River, Ohio, practforg at Fadel & Beyer, LLC. They haand 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1990), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1994), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (2005), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (2005). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1990) and North Carolina State University (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Rocky River, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- Joan E. Pettinelli serves as “of counsel” to Fadel & Beyer, devoting her practice to litigation in state and federal courts, primarily in the areas of federal criminal defense and business litigation. “Joanie” is well known for her strong work ethic, her exceptional research and writing skills, and dedication to her clients
- She enjoys an “av” preeminent ranking from the prestigious Martindale-Hubbell’s Peer Review Rating System given to attorneys who are evaluated by their peers at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards
- In her 26 years of private practice, she has effectively represented clients in all phases of criminal and civil matters in both federal and state courts
- A member of the U.S
- District Court’s CJA Panel, Joanie was appointed to serve a three year term as the Panel’s District Representative
- She has handled a wide variety of criminal cases including antitrust violations, mortgage fraud, drug offenses, environmental law violations, ERISA violations, false statements to federal agencies, immigration offenses, labor violations, Medicare fraud, public corruption, small business loan fraud, theft offenses and student financial aid fraud
- On behalf of civil litigants, she has successfully prosecuted cases based on civil rights violations, federal RICO violations, predatory lending violations, shareholders’ breach of fiduciary duties, and medical malpractice
- An Ohio native, Ms. Pettinelli received a Bachelor of Arts from North Carolina State University in 1986 and her law degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1990
- After law school, she served as a federal law clerk to the Honorable Thomas D. Lambros, former Chief Judge of the U.S
- District Court for the Northern District of Ohio
- She was admitted to practice before all Ohio courts in 1990 and joined Fadel & Beyer, LLC in 1994
- Ms. Pettinelli is a member of the bar of the United States Supreme Court, the U.S
- Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, and U.S
- District Courts in Ohio and Michigan
Biography
- Law Clerk to Honorable Thomas D. Lambros, Chief Judge, Northern District of Ohio, 1991-1994
- Member, Criminal Justice Act Panel of the U.S
- District Court for the Northern District of Ohio
- CJA Panel Attorney District Representative, Northern District of Ohio 2018 – 2020
- Cases • U.S. v
- Wells, 623 F.3d 332 (2010) • O’Toole v
- Denihan, 118 Ohio St.3d 374 (2008) • Consolo v
- Cleveland, 103 Ohio St.3d 362 (2004) • Blair v
- City of Cleveland, 148 F.Supp.2d 894 (2000)
- Memberships • Federal Bar Association • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers • Ohio State Bar Association • Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Ohio
Practforg law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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.
Looking for additional Ohio attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Rocky River or all attorneys in Ohio.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about Joan E. Pettinelli
Where is Joan E. Pettinelli's law office located?
How long has Joan E. Pettinelli practiced law?
Where did Joan E. Pettinelli go to law school?
How can I contact Joan E. Pettinelli for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Joan E. Pettinelli receiandd?
Education
Awards
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.