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John Michael Drain Jr.

Also known as Mike, Michael Drain
John Michael Drain Jr.
Experience 4.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 1.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 1.0 star rating

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This lawyer has been disciplined by a state licensing authority. more

Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 33% Divorce / Separation
    35 years, 300 cases
  • 33% Estate Planning
    40 years, 350 cases
  • 10% Criminal Defense
    25 years, 100 cases
  • 10% General Practice
    40 years, 500 cases
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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (33%-40%), Fixed (Sometimes), Free Consultation (30 minutes), Hourly ($250/hour), Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

  • Michael Drain, Attorney at Law
    21801 Lakeshore Blvd.,
    Suite 200
    Euclid, Ohio, OH 44123
    216-289-9100
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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Very effective and professional”

Posted by: a Litigation client, 2009-09-28 over 2 years ago.

Client Review: I retained Mr. Drain’s services for a civil case. On the first motion he filed, the judge commented that he rarely granted that kid of motion because... more
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5 star rating

“J. Michael Drain, Jr.”

Posted by: a Business client, 2009-09-14 over 2 years ago.

Client Review: .I have worked with Attorney's for on and off for over 14 years and I have found Michael Drain to be one of the most honest, trust worthy and... more
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Résumé

 

License

41 years since John Michael Drain Jr. was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Ohio Active 1970 02/05/2012

This lawyer has been disciplined by a state licensing authority.

State Citation type Year cited Last updated by Avvo
Ohio Suspension Stayed 2008 02/05/2012
John's comment:
I received a six-month stayed suspension for the period 12/3/08 through 5/3/09 in the case of Cuyahoga Bar Assn v. Drain. The disciplinary violation was neglect of a client matter for failing to... more

Work Experience

Position Duration
Lieutenant Colonel at US Army JAG Corps 1970–1991
Asst Law Director at City of Solon, Ohio 1974–1987
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Case Western Reserve University Law JD - Juris Doctor 1970
College of the Holy Cross English A.B. 1967

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member American Bar Association 2007-present
Board Member Community Assessment and Treatment Services 2003-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Reputation Level 13
Answers: 261 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers
47 Answers marked as good
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications

Article Publication Date
"Truth in Lending: The Impossible Dream" Case Western Reserve Law Review 1970

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Substance Abuse in the Legal Profession Ohio State Bar Association District 14 Meeting 2009