Atty. Lawrence Joel Rich

Atty. Lawrence Joel Rich

Lawrence Joel Rich is a lawyer practicing family law, international family law, alternative dispute resolution and 8 other areas of law. Lawrence received a B.A. degree from Ohio State University in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years.

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Profile Summary

About Lawrence Joel Rich at a glance

Lawrence Joel Rich is an Of Counsel based in Cleveland, Ohio. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Ohio United States Supreme Court United States Tax Court U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, Sixth Circui (1967). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall School of Law Cleveland State University (J.D., 1967) and Ohio State University (B.A. Finance, 1963). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lawrence Joel Rich is a lawyer practicing family law, international family law, alternative dispute resolution and 8 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a B.A. degree from Ohio State University in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Lawrence practices in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Joel Rich's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Joel Rich 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.

Lawrence Joel Rich is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Ohio →

Child Custody & Visitation

Lawrence Joel Rich is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Ohio →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Lawrence Joel Rich is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Ohio →

Employment Law

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

Lawrence Joel Rich is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Lawrence Joel Rich is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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. 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 Lawrence Joel Rich

Where is Lawrence Joel Rich's law office located?
Lawrence Joel Rich's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Joel Rich handle?
Lawrence Joel Rich focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Lawrence Joel Rich practiced law?
Lawrence Joel Rich has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Lawrence Joel Rich go to law school?
Lawrence Joel Rich earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A. Finance, 1963).
How can I contact Lawrence Joel Rich for a consultation?
You can contact Lawrence Joel Rich 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 Lawrence Joel Rich received?
Lawrence Joel Rich's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland-Marshall School of Law Cleveland State University
- 1967
B.A. Finance
Ohio State University
- 1963

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio United States Supreme Court United States Tax Court U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, Sixth Circui
Admitted: 1967

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