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Mary Catherine Corrigan is a trained trial lawyer practicing out of Cleveland, Ohio. Her practice is focused on criminal defense work, ranging from traffic tickets and misdemeanors to high level felonies. Ms. Corrigan assists clients in all stages of the criminal process, from arraignment to post-conviction relief, including appeals, judicial release, and expungements. As a graduate of Ohio University's Scripps College of Communication, Communication and Public Advocacy program, Ms. O'Corrigan has ten years of advocacy experience. She is ready and prepared to advocate for you.
Effective & Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorney Who Will Fight For You!
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
60%
13 years
Juvenile Law
20%
Sex Crime
15%
Appeals
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 12 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Mary Catherine Corrigan, Esq.
(216) 532-3613
Mobile
(216) 357-3305
Fax
The Terminal Tower, Suite 1900, 50 Public Square, Cleveland, OH, 44113
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Posted by Prov & Jeff | April 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
*10 Star ATTORNEY! Look NO FURTHER!
I, HIRED attorney Corrigan in a complex on going case that has consumed our lives. Mary Catherine is one of the ONLY lawyers that was Honest, listened to our side of the story reviewed our documents. Took that information and went above n beyond! She is HONEST, aggressive, intelligent and Fearless! S...
Posted by Shonta | April 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Juvenile
Outstanding Attorney
Mary Catherine Corrigan is a very excellent lawyer. She helped my son with an old juvenile case. The allegations were very serious but she assured us that she was the best and the case will be dismisses and she did just that. We are forever grateful to have such great representation. Thank you Mary C...
Posted by Alisia | November 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The best Attorney out here hands down!
I am so thankful everyday for what Attorney Mary Kay Corrigan did for me. She fought for me and believed in me. She knows sometimes good people do just get stuck in bad situations. If it was not for her persistence, her intelligence and her amazing knowledge of the law I would not be at home with my ...
Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Misdemeanor
From my initial consultation with Mary Catherine, I was confident that she would work in my best interest and therefore I hired her. It was important to me that I had a Lawyer that I could freely discuss details and I felt my trust was maintained. She was very confident in defending me and presented ...
Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Don't do it!
The absolute worst attorney I came across, I highly recommend not hiring her unless you want to go to jail. She will lie throughout the whole case just to take your money and then get you a lengthy sentence SMH
Mary Catherine Corrigan's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have seen her work in Medina and I was impressed by her elocutions for her clients. She had taken the time to get to know each client to represent them to the fullest."
"I endorse this lawyer. Her criminal defense knowledge is deep and her advice is practical. Mary O'Neill is an excellent attorney."
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"This attorney serves as a fine advocate for all clients and is easily endorsed."
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"Ms. O'Neill is a well respected attorney in the community and I endorse her to meet your legal needs."
"I endorse this lawyer. Practical and understands the criminal defense process."
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"I endorse Ms. O'Neill. She is an extremely knowledgeable attorney with the confidence to take difficult cases to trial and win. Not only does she care about her cases, but also her clients themselves and their families."
"Ms. O'Neill is a hard working and knowledgeable advocate dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for her clients."
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"Ms. O'Neill and I had the pleasure of attending law school together and served on the same law journal. Throughout our tenure at the Columbus School of Law, Ms. O'Neill strived to become a zealous advocate, particularly in the area of criminal defense, and successfully did so in practice. I would endorse her without hesitation because no one will work harder on your case."
"I have known Ms. O'Neill for a long time, and her work ethic has always been impressive. We studied together for the Ohio Bar exam, and she consistently wowed me with her preparation and dedication to her studies. Now, after the exam, I have seen how she has applied this work ethic to her new practice, and would recommend her to anyone seeking a high-energy, thoughtful, and skilled trial lawyer. She would most certainly be my first call if I were in an unfortunate situation and needed legal counsel!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Talented, tough, and thorough litigator."
"Mary Catherine O'Neill is a very competent and hard working attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2013
Mock Trial Competition, Semi-Finalist, Florida State University Law School
2010
Bidwell Scholar, The Catholic University of America
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Dean's Schorship, Ohio University
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney and Principal, Corrigan Law Ohio
2014 - Present
Associate, Jordan Sidoti, LLP
2013 - 2014
Associate, John P. Luskin & Associates
2012 - 2013
Law Clerk, Law Office of Thomas A. Key
2011 - 2012
Moffit Fellow, Alexandria Public Defender
Associations
2013 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
West Shore Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Different Needz FoundationBoard of Directors Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Angel James
Dismissed
In Re: DJ
Adjudicated Delinquent on Lesser Included Charge
State of Ohio v. Anna Brown
Plead to a low level misdemeanor
In Re: KM
Case Dismissed
State of Ohio vs. Trevon Woodson
Placed in Intervention
State v. Dena Simones
Unspecified Felonies reduced to Misdemeanor 3, Littering Ticket. No jail time.
State of Ohio vs. Brandon Loy
No charges brought
In Re: ES
Motion to Suppress Granted
State v. Mark Thomas
Case Dismissed
State of Ohio v. Paul Ashley
Charges reduced to a misdemeanor, client given credit for time served, and released.
City of Cleveland v. Ashley Bartlett
Case Dismissed
State of Ohio v. Kevin Banks
Case Dismissed
State of Ohio v. Venus Vanitzan
Case Dismissed
State of Ohio v. Venus Vanitzan
Case Dismissed
Education
2013
The Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
Ohio University
B.S., summa cum laude
Speaking Engagements
2015
High School Mock Trial Competition
Mock Trial Judge
2015
Cleveland Heights Elementary School Field Trip
Criminal Defense Practice
2015
Cleveland award 6 Democratic Party
Political
2014
It's Time to Talk About Heroin
Heroin
2013
Case Classic Mock Trial Competition
Legal
Publications
2015
Sun Messanger
Telling Mansion Letter
Languages
English
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Mary earned significant contribution points in 2015.
Legal Answers
Q&A
CCan I retain a different attorney during pretrial proceedings in Stark Co OH common pleas court ?
24 Mar 2020
Q&A
Im on the run for probation violation , i got charged with a f3 been on run for a couple weeks now what shoul i do ?
26 Apr 2018
Q&A
How can I meet a judge without hiring a lawyer?
26 Apr 2018