Atty. Shawn Michael Riley

Atty. Shawn Michael Riley

Shawn Michael Riley is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business law, business counseling and 7 other areas of law. Shawn received a B.A. degree from Kent State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Shawn Michael Riley at a glance

Shawn Michael Riley is a Firm President based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at McDonald Hopkins LLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, m&a, elder law, and health care. Admitted to practice in Ohio US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois US District Court for the Western Distr (1986). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Kent State University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Membership •Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Bankruptcy and Commercial Law Section •Ohio State Bar Association •Turnaround Management Association (Former Member, Board of Trustees, Ohio Chapter) •American Bankruptcy Institute. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Shawn Michael Riley is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business law, business counseling and 7 other areas of law
  • Shawn received a B.A. degree from Kent State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Shawn practices at McDonald Hopkins LLC in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Shawn Michael Riley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shawn Michael Riley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

Shawn Michael Riley is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Shawn Michael Riley is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Ohio →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Shawn Michael Riley is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Ohio →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Shawn Michael Riley is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Ohio →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Shawn Michael Riley is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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 Shawn Michael Riley

Where is Shawn Michael Riley's law office located?
Shawn Michael Riley's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is McDonald Hopkins LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shawn Michael Riley handle?
Shawn Michael Riley focuses on business, bankruptcy, m&a, elder law, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Shawn Michael Riley practiced law?
Shawn Michael Riley has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Shawn Michael Riley go to law school?
Shawn Michael Riley earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Shawn Michael Riley for a consultation?
You can contact Shawn Michael Riley 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 Shawn Michael Riley received?
Shawn Michael Riley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
- 1986
B.A.
Kent State University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois US District Court for the Western Distr
Admitted: 1986

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