Atty. Thomas Jon Kraus

Atty. Thomas Jon Kraus

Thomas Jon Kraus is a lawyer practicing litigation (civil and criminal), personal injury, criminal defense and 8 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Ashland University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Berea Berea 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Jon Kraus at a glance

Thomas Jon Kraus is a Principal based in Berea, Ohio, practicing at Kraus and Associates, LLC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on wills, car accidents, probate, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1986). Educated at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1983) and Ashland University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Berea, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Jon Kraus is a lawyer practicing litigation (civil and criminal), personal injury, criminal defense and 8 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Ashland University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Thomas practices at Kraus and Associates, LLC in Berea, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Jon Kraus's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Jon Kraus handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Thomas Jon Kraus is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Ohio →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Thomas Jon Kraus is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Ohio →

Probate

Thomas Jon Kraus is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

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.

Thomas Jon Kraus 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.

Thomas Jon Kraus is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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 Berea 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 Thomas Jon Kraus

Where is Thomas Jon Kraus's law office located?
Thomas Jon Kraus's law practice is located in Berea, Ohio. The firm is Kraus and Associates, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Jon Kraus handle?
Thomas Jon Kraus focuses on wills, car accidents, probate, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Thomas Jon Kraus practiced law?
Thomas Jon Kraus has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Thomas Jon Kraus go to law school?
Thomas Jon Kraus earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Thomas Jon Kraus for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Jon Kraus 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 Thomas Jon Kraus received?
Thomas Jon Kraus's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Ashland University
- 1980

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1986

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