Atty. John Joseph Russo

Atty. John Joseph Russo

John Joseph Russo is a lawyer practicing divorce, criminal, driving while intoxicated and 9 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About John Joseph Russo at a glance

John Joseph Russo is a Com. Pleas J. based in Cleveland, Ohio. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, contracts, probate, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1992) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1996). Educated at Cleveland State University (J.D., 1992) and John Carroll University (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Joseph Russo is a lawyer practicing divorce, criminal, driving while intoxicated and 9 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • John practices in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

John Joseph Russo's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Contracts

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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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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 John Joseph Russo

Where is John Joseph Russo's law office located?
John Joseph Russo's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Joseph Russo handle?
John Joseph Russo focuses on divorce, dui/dwi, contracts, probate, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has John Joseph Russo practiced law?
John Joseph Russo has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did John Joseph Russo go to law school?
John Joseph Russo earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact John Joseph Russo for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cleveland State University
- 1992
B.A.
John Carroll University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1996

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