Atty. Ralph E. Cascarilla

Atty. Ralph E. Cascarilla

Ralph E. Cascarilla is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Litigation - Construction and Litigation - Environmental.

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Profile Summary

About Ralph E. Cascarilla at a glance

Ralph E. Cascarilla is a criminal defense, business, construction, white collar, and litigation attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at WH Burkley, LLP. Educated at Western Michigan University (—, 1976) and University of Notre Dame (—, 1971). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Ralph E. Cascarilla is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bet-the-Company Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Litigation - Construction and Litigation - Environmental
  • Ralph E., who practices law in Cleveland, Ohio, has been recognized since 2006
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ralph E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Ralph E. Cascarilla's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ralph E. Cascarilla handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Ralph E. Cascarilla is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Ralph E. Cascarilla is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Construction Law

Ralph E. Cascarilla is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Ohio →

White Collar Crimes

Ralph E. Cascarilla is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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

Ralph E. Cascarilla is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Ralph E. Cascarilla

Where is Ralph E. Cascarilla's law office located?
Ralph E. Cascarilla's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is WH Burkley, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ralph E. Cascarilla handle?
Ralph E. Cascarilla focuses on criminal defense, business, construction, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
Where did Ralph E. Cascarilla go to law school?
Ralph E. Cascarilla earned their education at (—, 1976); (—, 1971).
How can I contact Ralph E. Cascarilla for a consultation?
You can contact Ralph E. Cascarilla 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 Ralph E. Cascarilla received?
Ralph E. Cascarilla's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental.

Education

Western Michigan University
- 1976
University of Notre Dame
- 1971

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Disputes
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil and Criminal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Clean Water Act
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Complex Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Covenants Not to Compete
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Enforcement Defense
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Crimes
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fiduciary Duties
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — RCRA/Hazardous Waste
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Superfunds/Environmental Remediation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wetlands
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — White-Collar Criminal Defense
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Cleveland)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Cleveland)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Cleveland)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Cleveland)
- 2015
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Environmental (Cleveland)
- 2013

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