Atty. Patrick Francis Roche

Atty. Patrick Francis Roche

Patrick Francis Roche is a lawyer practicing general trial, insurance defense, intellectual property and 8 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Patrick Francis Roche at a glance

Patrick Francis Roche is an Of Counsel based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Collins, Roche, Utley & Garner, LLC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, ip, and tax. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1976). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1976) and Hofstra University (B.B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of OACTA) and the Defense Research Institute (DRI, Ohio State Bar Association Association of Civil Trial Attorneys. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Patrick Francis Roche is a lawyer practicing general trial, insurance defense, intellectual property and 8 other areas of law
  • Patrick received a B.B.A. degree from Hofstra University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Patrick practices at Collins, Roche, Utley & Garner, LLC in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick Francis Roche's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Francis Roche handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Patrick Francis Roche is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Patrick Francis Roche is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Employment Law

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

Patrick Francis Roche is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Patrick Francis Roche is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Ohio →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Patrick Francis Roche is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Patrick Francis Roche

Where is Patrick Francis Roche's law office located?
Patrick Francis Roche's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Collins, Roche, Utley & Garner, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick Francis Roche handle?
Patrick Francis Roche focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, ip, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Patrick Francis Roche practiced law?
Patrick Francis Roche has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Patrick Francis Roche go to law school?
Patrick Francis Roche earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Patrick Francis Roche for a consultation?
You can contact Patrick Francis Roche 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 Patrick Francis Roche received?
Patrick Francis Roche's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
- 1976
B.B.A.
Hofstra University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1976

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