Atty. John Rocco Climaco

Atty. John Rocco Climaco

John Rocco Climaco is a lawyer practicing general and complex litigation, class actions, securities erisa and 6 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 59 yrs experience 59 year
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Profile Summary

About John Rocco Climaco at a glance

John Rocco Climaco is a Principal based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Climaco, Wilcox, Peca & Garofoli Co., L.P.A.. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, federal crimes, white collar, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1967), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1968), U.S. Supreme Court (1973), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1980). Educated at Case Western Reserve University Law School (J.D., 1967) and The Ohio State University (B.S., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cleveland, Ohio State, Federal and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Rocco Climaco is a lawyer practicing general and complex litigation, class actions, securities erisa and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • John practices at Climaco, Wilcox, Peca & Garofoli Co., L.P.A. in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

John Rocco Climaco's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Rocco Climaco 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.

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Class Action

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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

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Product Liability

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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 Rocco Climaco

Where is John Rocco Climaco's law office located?
John Rocco Climaco's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Climaco, Wilcox, Peca & Garofoli Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Rocco Climaco handle?
John Rocco Climaco focuses on employment, class action, federal crimes, white collar, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has John Rocco Climaco practiced law?
John Rocco Climaco has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did John Rocco Climaco go to law school?
John Rocco Climaco earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.S., 1964).
How can I contact John Rocco Climaco for a consultation?
You can contact John Rocco Climaco 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 Rocco Climaco received?
John Rocco Climaco's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University Law School
- 1967
B.S.
The Ohio State University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1967
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1968
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Central District of California U
Admitted: 2004

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