Atty. John P. Susany

Atty. John P. Susany

About John P. Susany View website Awards Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4.

Akron Akron 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About John P. Susany at a glance

John P. Susany is a Partner based in Akron, Ohio, practicing at Stark & Knoll Co., L.P.A.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1987), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1989), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1994), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (2003). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1987) and Ohio University Honors Tutorial College (BA, 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of American, Ohio State and Akron Bar Associations. Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About John P. Susany View website

Awards

Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

John P. Susany got this award in 2021

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

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Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

Practice Areas Explained

John P. Susany's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John P. Susany is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Akron 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 P. Susany

Where is John P. Susany's law office located?
John P. Susany's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. The firm is Stark & Knoll Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John P. Susany handle?
John P. Susany focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has John P. Susany practiced law?
John P. Susany has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did John P. Susany go to law school?
John P. Susany earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (BA, 1983).
How can I contact John P. Susany for a consultation?
You can contact John P. Susany directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John P. Susany received?
John P. Susany's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1987
BA
Ohio University Honors Tutorial College
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2011

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