Atty. Rafael P. McLaughlin

Atty. Rafael P. McLaughlin

Mr. Rafael P.

Cleveland Cleveland 27 yrs experience 27 year
Call (216) 966-1056 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Rafael P. McLaughlin at a glance

Rafael P. McLaughlin is an Associate based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Elk & Elk Co., Ltd.. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, construction, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1999), Kentucky (2006), Rhode Island (2006), and Ohio (2008). Educated at Northern Kentucky University, Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Highland Heights, Kentucky (J.D., 1997) and University of Cincinnati (B.A. Political, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Association for Justice Ohio Association for Justice Ohio State Bar Association. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Rafael P. McLaughlin is a lawyer practicing medical negligence, personal injury, construction law and 6 other areas of law
  • Rafael received a B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Rafael practices at Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Rafael P. McLaughlin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rafael P. McLaughlin 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.

Rafael P. McLaughlin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Employment Law

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

Rafael P. McLaughlin is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Construction Law

Rafael P. McLaughlin is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Ohio →

Product Liability

Rafael P. McLaughlin is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Rafael P. McLaughlin

Where is Rafael P. McLaughlin's law office located?
Rafael P. McLaughlin's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Elk & Elk Co., Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rafael P. McLaughlin handle?
Rafael P. McLaughlin focuses on personal injury, employment, construction, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Rafael P. McLaughlin practiced law?
Rafael P. McLaughlin has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Rafael P. McLaughlin go to law school?
Rafael P. McLaughlin earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Political, 1994).
How can I contact Rafael P. McLaughlin for a consultation?
You can contact Rafael P. McLaughlin 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 Rafael P. McLaughlin received?
Rafael P. McLaughlin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northern Kentucky University, Salmon P. Chase College of Law, Highland Heights, Kentucky
- 1997
B.A. Political
University of Cincinnati
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1999
Kentucky
Admitted: 2006
Rhode Island
Admitted: 2006
Ohio
Admitted: 2008
Indiana
Admitted: 2015
Maine
Admitted: 2021

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