$ 350-350 per hour
Rick Stahl
also known as Richard Joseph Stahl III
About Rick
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Richard Stahl’s practice is dedicated to the successful navigation of clients through all areas of family law, including divorce, dissolution of marriage, legal separations, child custody, child support, spousal support, property division, and parental rights and responsibilities. He has earned the distinction bestowed by the Ohio State Bar Association as a Certified Specialist in Family Relations Law, as well as acknowledged annually by Martindale Hubbell and Super Lawyers since 2013, as well as US News & World Report/Best Lawyers since 2019.
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Licensed in Ohio for 19 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2006
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Location
Weston Hurd llp
1300 East 9th Street, Suite 1400, Cleveland, OH, 44114
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Posted by Nida | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The best!
Mr. Stahl is an expert in his field; he is confident, knowledgable, understanding, honest, helpful, intelligent, and very professional when it all comes to dealing with his clients. There are no hidden bumps in the case of which he may not predict or be aware of ahead of time. He is informative, pati...
Posted by Jim | October 06, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Great Attorny
Richard helped me tremendously with my divorce case. My ex-wife thought we could handle our divorce without using attorneys - yea right. I knew that was a bad idea. My ex-wife wanted everything, which I figured she would, and I believe hiring Rick helped me get a good settlement. My main focus, o...
Posted by Tony | March 26, 2014
Right Man For The Job
Rick is outstanding and certainly bucks the "lawyer" sterotype. He's very straightforward but also shows a great deal of care and concern. He talks with you instead of at you and treats you like a person not just another case. I felt I received the best possible outcome due to Ricks knowledge, experi...
Posted by Rachelle | January 16, 2013 | Child Custody
Excellent Lawyer
Rick took an active interest in my case and helped calm and reassure me when my ex tried to take my daughter away after 9 years of me having residential custody. He explained everything so that I understood what was happening step by step. I am a bit of a control freak and he was amazing in how he ne...
Posted by Joseph | January 15, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Knowledgeable, Trustworthy, Available, Excellent Craftsman, Loves His Work!!!
Richard J. Stahl III is one of the best attorneys within the state of Ohio, bar none. Not only have I known him through mutual friends, but also as acting acting Legal Counsel for a court case last year. I was facing charges of a Hit-and-Skip, Damage to Residential Property, and a Lane Change viola...
Rick Stahl's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Stahl is a born leader and has an excellent reputation around the legal community. I highly endorse Mr. Stahl."
"I have known Attorney Stahl for a number of years. I worked with him following law school at two different places; including the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office. He has an incredible work ethic that I think his clients value. He is certainly someone you can trust."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Stahl is a professional, experienced attorney in the area of divorce and family law."
"I have worked with attorney Stahl on many cases in recent years and give my unqualified support and endorsement. He is honest and hard working. He is knowledgeable and reasonable. Simply, he gives good advice and advocates well for his clients. If you are looking for a good lawyer, give him a call. You will not be disappointed."
"I endorse Richard. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Rick is an excellent attorney who you can trust to listen and work hard for you."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Stahl from the time he was a prosecutor. He is diligent in all of his work and is a skilled divorce attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Good lawyer."
"Richard was my opponent in a divorce case. He was professional at all times and we were able to resolve the case without undue expense to the clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Attorney Stahl now for 4 or so years. He is a good advocate for his client, yet he is amenable to resolving problems with out the need for useless litigation. He is professional, and I have nothing but good things to say about him."
"Ricky is a smart lawyer, who is conscientious, respectful, approachable, and is committed to learning and teaching better courtroom advocacy."
"I have worked with Mr. Stahl over the last five years. He is hardworking and committed to the practice of law and the people he serves. At the same time he is also easy to work with and has the gift of putting his clients at ease."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Stahl has been on a number of cases against my clients. He is well prepared and passionate for his own client's position. Based on such, I endorse Richard Stahl."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Ricky is an excellent attorney and I highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2020
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2019
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2015
Top Lawyer, Global Directory of Who's Who
2015
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
10 Best (Ohio), American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2014
10 Best (Ohio), American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers
2012
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2012
Green Certified, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association
2006
Order of the Barristers, University of Texas (Austin) School of Law
2006
Induction into the William Howard Taft Chapter, American Inns of Court
2005
Selection to 24th Ed., Who's Who: American Law Students
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Partner, Coyne Stahl Jansen llc
2021 - Present
Attorney, Zashin & Rich Co., LPA
2012 - Present
Juvnile Diversion Magistrate, City of Strongsville
2007 - Present
Admitted to Practice, the US District Court, Northern District of Ohio
2014 - 2014
Jacksonville Jaguars Scout (Extra), Draft Day (Movie)
2008 - 2018
Partner, Law Office of Richard J. Stahl III
2007 - 2008
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office
2006 - 2012
Coach, Mock Trial, Case Western Reserve University
2006 - 2007
Health Information Coordinator, Litigation Management, Inc.
2005 - 2006
Judicial Law Clerk, Allen County Court of Common Pleas
2004 - 2006
Associate, Lexis-Nexis
2003 - 2005
Coach, Mock Trial, Ohio Northern University
Associations
2011 - Present
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
Ohio Northern University Cleveland Alumni ClubVice President
2010 - Present
Lorain County Bar AssocationMember
2009 - Present
Medina Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Parma Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Ohio Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2018
National Academy of Family Law AttorneysAdvisory Board
2015 - 2015
Southwest General HospitalAmbassador Committee
2015 - 2018
The National AdvocatesExecutive Committee
2014 - 2014
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - 2013
Center for Principled Family AdvocacyMember
2012 - 2018
Strongsville Juvenile Diversion ProgramVolunteer Magistrate
2012 - 2013
Woodside Crossing Board of DirectorsMember at Large
2010 - 2012
American Mock Trial AssociationCandidate Member, Board of Directors
2010 - 2011
Serbian Bar Association of AmericaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Glatley v. Glatley, 2018-Ohio-1077
Affirmed/Reversed/Remanded (part)
Nancy Lowrie & Assocs., LLC v. Ornowski (In re Krueger), 2014-Ohio-3718
Affirmed
Nancy Lowrie & Assoc., LLC v. Ornowski, 2013 Ohio Misc. LEXIS 69
Granted
Sherrill v. Knight, 2013-Ohio-3665
Dismissed
Brooklyn v. Kaczor, 2013-Ohio-2901
Reversed & Remanded
Kaletta v. Kaletta, 2013-Ohio-1667
Affirmed in part, Reversed in Part, and Remanded
Brokaw v. Brokaw, 2012-Ohio-2630
Affirmed
Kline v. Kline, 2012-Ohio-479
Affirmed.
In re: Guardianship of Poulos, 2011-Ohio-6472
Affirmed
Carpenter v. Carpenter, 2011-Ohio-2321
Affirmed.
Brokaw v. Brokaw, 2010-Ohio-1053
Affirmed in part.
Education
2013
Center for Principled Family Advocacy
Certificate of Completion
2008
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association
Certification of Completion
2006
Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Ohio Northern University
BSBA
Speaking Engagements
2018
Domestic Relations
Domestic Relations
2010
CWRU Mock Trial
Evidentiary Rules
2009
CWRU Mock Trial
Trial Preparation
Publications
2011
2011-12 American Mock Trial Assoc. Case Problem
State v. Dawson (co-author as member of AMTA Criminal Case Committee)
Languages
English
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