Atty. Joseph John Santoro

Atty. Joseph John Santoro

Joseph John Santoro is a lawyer practicing business & employment, commercial litigation, general litigation and 2 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.S. degree from John Carroll University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph John Santoro at a glance

Joseph John Santoro is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Gallagher Sharp LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1997) and Michigan Supreme Court of the United States United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit Uni (2007). Educated at John Carroll University (B.S., 1994) and University of Toledo College of Law J.D. cum laude University of Toledo College of Law J.D. 1997 The Order of the Coif (—). Active member of Professional Organizations •National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel (NARTC) •Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM) •Ohio State Bar Association •State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph John Santoro is a lawyer practicing business & employment, commercial litigation, general litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from John Carroll University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Joseph practices at Gallagher Sharp LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph John Santoro's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph John Santoro 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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Joseph John Santoro

Where is Joseph John Santoro's law office located?
Joseph John Santoro's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Gallagher Sharp LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph John Santoro handle?
Joseph John Santoro focuses on employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Joseph John Santoro practiced law?
Joseph John Santoro has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Joseph John Santoro go to law school?
Joseph John Santoro earned their education at (B.S., 1994); (—).
How can I contact Joseph John Santoro for a consultation?
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Education

B.S.
John Carroll University
- 1994
University of Toledo College of Law J.D. cum laude University of Toledo College of Law J.D. 1997 The Order of the Coif
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1997
Michigan Supreme Court of the United States United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit Uni
Admitted: 2007

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