Atty. Nicholas Jay Dertouzos
Nick Dertouzos specializes in civil litigation insurance defense, handling cases involving business disputes, professional liability, employment law, school law, and complex litigation. He is admitted to practice in all federal and state courts in Ohio.
Employment law, including discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination & More Attorney · Serving Cleveland, OH · 27+ Years Experience
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About Nicholas Jay Dertouzos at a Glance
Nicholas Jay Dertouzos is a Member based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Nicola, Gudbranson & Cooper, LLC. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, business, breach of contract, and partnership disputes. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1999), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (2000), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (2002), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (2004). Educated at Case Western Reserve University, College of Law (J.D. Jack, 1999) and Michigan State University, James Madison College (B.A. Political, 1996). Active member of Professional Activities •Member, Ohio State Bar Association •Member, Lorain County Bar Association. Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Nicholas Jay Dertouzos
- Nick Dertouzos specializes in civil litigation insurance defense, handling cases involving business disputes, professional liability, employment law, school law, and complex litigation
- He is admitted to practice in all federal and state courts in Ohio
- Speaking engagements •Speaker on legal writing, jury selection, school law and other topics
Practice Areas Explained
Nicholas Jay Dertouzos's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nicholas Jay Dertouzos handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cleveland.
Wrongful Termination in Cleveland
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Employment Law in Cleveland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Cleveland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Breach of Contract in Cleveland
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Partnership & Shareholder Disputes in Cleveland
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cleveland
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 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.
Cleveland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cleveland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Cleveland Choose Nicholas Jay Dertouzos
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 Nicholas Jay Dertouzos's practice in the field of wrongful termination, employment, business, breach of contract, and partnership disputes.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Nicholas Jay Dertouzos brings 27+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit, Nicholas Jay Dertouzos can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, employment, and business, Nicholas Jay Dertouzos can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cleveland
A Cleveland-based practice means Nicholas Jay Dertouzos attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Nicholas Jay Dertouzos Handles in Cleveland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Nicholas Jay Dertouzos has experience with under Ohio law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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