Atty. John Robert Cernelich
John Robert Cernelich is a lawyer practicing labor and employment litigation, labor and employment, health care reform response team and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.
Health Care Reform Response Team & More Attorney · Licensed in Ohio · 40+ Years Experience
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About John Robert Cernelich at a Glance
John Robert Cernelich is a Partner practicing in Ohio, practicing at Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, and health care. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth and District of Col (1986). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Harvard University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent.
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About John Robert Cernelich
- John Robert Cernelich is a lawyer practicing labor and employment litigation, labor and employment, health care reform response team and 3 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
- John practices at Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP in Cleveland, OH
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John Robert Cernelich's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Robert Cernelich handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation.
Employment Law
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
John Robert Cernelich is one of 167,770 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.
John Robert Cernelich is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Rights
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
John Robert Cernelich is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Ohio →
Health Care Law
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
John Robert Cernelich is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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. 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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Ohio Choose John Robert Cernelich
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 John Robert Cernelich's practice in the field of employment, litigation, civil rights, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Robert Cernelich brings 40+ 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 employment, litigation, and civil rights, John Robert Cernelich can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
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Common Legal Issues John Robert Cernelich Handles
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