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    Jeffrey Stephen Richardson

    Jeffrey Stephen Richardson

    5.01 review
    Richardson & Kucharski Co., LPA
    1200 W. 3rd St., Suite 190, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Very good, down to earth, realistic attorney. Reasonable pricing and very sincere. He went to bat for me and fought like hell. With a F2 burglary and F3 theft, I now have a chance to complete a program to eliminate these charges, and by far I am n..."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Aaron James Brockler

    Aaron James Brockler

    4.47 reviews
    The Law Office of Aaron J. Brockler, LLC
    75 Public Square., Suite 920, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: Smart, Aggressive Criminal Defense from a Former Prosecutor who Knows the System and How to Win for You. Aaron Helps Good People Overcome Bad Situations. Call.
    Rating:  6.7
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    Sofia Teren

    Sofia Teren

    4.820 reviews
    The Law Office of Sofia Teren, LLC
    5001 Mayfield Road, Suite 316 A, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family
    Bio: Russian Speaking Attorney. I am dedicated to serving clients with integrity and professionalism in the legal field areas that include Personal Injury, Juvenile Law, Criminal Law, and Family Law. My Law Firm provides individualized legal services, ...
    Rating:  6.7
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    Samuel Wahib Basta

    Samuel Wahib Basta

    4.312 reviews
    Law Office of Samuel Basta
    2364 W. 11th Street, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Sam did everything I could have asked for! He was my third and final attorney. Beyond satisfied with how he represented me. He got me the best possible outcome and finalized my divorce as quick as possible. He was very attentive and always respond..."
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    Jesse Michael Schmidt

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    Jesse Michael Schmidt

    5.02 reviews
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    McNeal, Schick, Archibald & Biro Co., L.P.A.
    4608 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Business and more
    Bio: I have been an attorney focusing in litigation since 2004. For over nine years, I practiced as a solo attorney almost exclusively in the areas of plaintiff's personal injury and criminal defense. I then worked as a judicial staff attorney for fift...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Wesley Adelbert Dumas

    Wesley Adelbert Dumas

    5.02 reviews
    815 Superior Ave E Ste 612, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He was very honest about everything. Fought very hard. Very knowledgeable about the law. Did an excellent job on the case. Did not back down from, prosecutors, police or any one else. Was very concerned about his client. If you want someone to hav..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    John J. Ready

    John J. Ready

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    Ready Criminal Law, LLC
    323 W. Lakeside Avenue, Suite 210, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 2 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    Bio: Attorney John J. Ready Jr. is a dedicated criminal defense attorney who has successfully represented clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges across eleven Ohio counties. With a strong analytical approach and an unwavering commitment to detai...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Francis Joseph Zunt

    Francis Joseph Zunt

    5.01 review
    Cleveland, Ohio
    7089 Oakwood Rd., Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Estate Planning
    Review: "Mr. Zunt Did an excellent job. My case was very complicated. He was very thorough. I ended up with a better outcome than expected."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Carolyn Marie Kucharski

    Carolyn Marie Kucharski

    5.02 reviews
    Federal Public Defender
    1660 W 2nd St Ste 750, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "She is always working hard for. The clients that she has and if you had her as a lawyer you would get her all and even if your guilty you would know she tried her hardest you couldn't get a better lawyer."
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    Edward Rice LaRue

    Edward Rice LaRue

    4.45 reviews
    Edward R. La Rue, Attorney at Law
    820 W. Superior Ave, Suite 840, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Appeals and more
    Review: "I just read the other 2 reviews and I totally disagree with the one about the money. He did ask me for money but that was because I had not paid him all the money I agreed to. Most lawyers won't even start working for you until you pay them but no..."
    Rating:  8.1
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    Edwin James Vargas

    Edwin James Vargas

    5.01 review
    The Vargas Law Firm Co. L.P.A.
    The Gehring Building, 1956 West 25th Street, Suite 302, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime and more
    Review: "I was a client of Edwin Vargas and he handled my case in the best possible outcome for me and my family. Mr. Vargas is a knowledgeable and aggressive lawyer who seeks the best interest of his client and know the law and how to handle such case to ..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Leslie Sharon Johns

    Leslie Sharon Johns

    5.06 reviews
    Ashley Jones Law
    1220 W. 6th Street, Suite 303, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "With no doubt, AJLJ is the best criminal law firm in Ohio. I was introduced by one of the best criminal lawyers in Cleveland who has retired. They were always prepared for court dates and supportive of my needs throughout the process. In very stre..."
    Rating:  6.3
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    Richard Steven Koblentz

    Richard Steven Koblentz

    4.01 review
    55 Public Square, Suite 1170, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 50 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Business and more
    Review: "Richard, is as loyal as they come. The interests of the client (me) come far before his own. He is honest and candid about legal issues immediately facing the client. I would recommend Richard to those who are looking for zealous representation."
    Rating:  9.4
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    Lori A. Zocolo

    Lori A. Zocolo

    4.713 reviews
    Abel & Zocolo, LPA
    815 Superior Avenue, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: Dedicated professional serving Ohio with a high level of experience and a strong track record in Divorce & Domestic matters.
    Rating:  7.8
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    Stephen Lloyd Miles

    Stephen Lloyd Miles

    4.52 reviews
    Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court
    9300 Quincy Ave, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Very knowledgeable and supportive. I had to fire my first attorney because he was just so unsupportive and ill prepared at every pre trial. Steve made my very bad legal situation bearable and believed in me throughout a long and grueling process. ..."
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    Mitchell James Yelsky

    Mitchell James Yelsky

    5.02 reviews
    Yelsky & Lonardo
    323 W Lakeside Ave Ste 450, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Bio: For 30 years, Mitchell J. Yelsky has aggressively defended clients charged with crimes in municipal, state and federal courts, and has represented clients in complex business litigations, throughout Ohio and the country. In addition to all Ohio co...
    Rating:  6.5
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    James Edward Valentine

    James Edward Valentine

    5.01 review
    323 Lakeside Ave W Suite 450, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "My lawyer did the research. Worked with me and the prosecutor and didn't give up. I got a great outcome. I deserved justice and I got it"
    Rating:  6.7
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    Clarissa Ann Smith

    Clarissa Ann Smith

    5.03 reviews
    C. A. Smith Law Office LLC
    614 West Superior Avenue, Suite 1144, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Civil Rights and more
    Review: "Clarrisa is very Honest , I called her to hire for a case, she honestly answered all my questions and asked me if need mroe consultation"
    Rating:  6.1
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    George Mineff

    George Mineff

    5.03 reviews
    George Mineff, Jr., Attorney at Law
    700 W. St. Clair Ave., Suite 212, Hoyt Block Building, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation
    Bio: George Mineff, Jr., an alumnus of Augusta Military Academy, The University of South Carolina, and Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, has been practicing law in downtown Cleveland since 1984, expertly handling cases across northern Ohio. Passionate...
    Rating:  6.6
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    John Snowden Pyle

    John Snowden Pyle

    3.52 reviews
    Gold & Pyle, L.P.A.
    1140 Leader Building, 526 Superior Ave., East, Cleveland, OH
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 51 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "John Pyle is a man of integrity and he truly cares about his clients. He does his job because he cares for others and he does not represent you just for a compensation. When he works with you he can bring comfort in a stressful situation because h..."
    Rating:  7.3
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