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Jann Collette Washington

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Avvo Rating7.9
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Licensed for 9 years
  • Free consultation
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About Jann

Twenty years ago, prior to my entering into the field of law, my husband and I lost our house to foreclosure and we filed a bankruptcy.  I know how people facing foreclosure and bankruptcy feel because I've been there myself.  I can empathize with my clients while I represent them.  

I began my career in the law as a paralegal.  I worked for a medical malpractice attorney for over ten years.  Then I became a paralegal for a creditor's rights attorney for four years, working my way up the firm to become the controller and office manager, all the while attending law school and offering part-time paralegal services to a personal injury and general practice attorney.

Upon graduating law school and passing the bar, I worked as a general practice attorney for a small law firm in Chardon, Ohio.  It was in that practice that I began concentrating on foreclosure defense, creditor/debtor law, and landlord/tenant law.  In addition to being admitted as an attorney in the State of Ohio in May, 2011, I also was admitted to the federal court in the Northern District of Ohio, practicing in the Bankruptcy Courts.  I am a member of the Ohio Bar Association, Geauga County Bar Association, and Westshore Bar Association.

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Practice areas

ForeclosureBankruptcy and debt
  1. Bankruptcy and debt: 90%

  2. Foreclosure: 10%

    Foreclosure defense

Languages spoken

English

Contact

5247 Wilson Mills Rd. #185
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5247 Wilson Mills Rd. #185
Richmond Hts., OH, 44143

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    OHActive201110/19/2020
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers869
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Cali Award in Intellectual PropertyCALI2009
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    AttorneyJann C. Washington, Esq. LLC2012 - Present
    Of Counsel AttorneyCozmyk Law Offices2012 - 2016
    AttorneyPetersen & Petersen2010 - 2012
    ParalegalLaw Offices of Timothy M. Sullivan2006 - 2010
    Paralegal / SecretaryQuinn Legal Associates2005 - 2006
    Self Employed Contract ParalegalSelf Employed Contract Paralegal1997 - 2010
    ParalegalDale P. Zucker Co., LPA1996 - 2005
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Ohio Northern District CourtsAdmitted to Practice2012 - Present
    Geauga County Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
    Ohio State Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
    State of OhioAttorney at Law2011 - Present
    Westshore Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of LawJD - Juris Doctor2010
    University of ToledoBA - Bachelor of Arts2006
    Cuyahoga Community CollegeAssociate of Arts2004
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Foreclosure DefenseSaved home from being foreclosed upon
    Foreclosure DefenseLoan modification
    Landlord / TenantSecurity deposit returned in full
    Landlord/TenantSecurity deposit returned in full
    Foreclosure DefenseWaiver of deficiency balance
    Foreclosure Defensewaiver of deficiency on 2 properties
    Auto AccidentSettled prior to suit

    Reviews

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    Best Experience with an Attorney

    Posted by

    Jann was so kind and thorough. She's obviously done this a few times for people. No judgement and she really humanized the whole process. She left me feeling prepared for the 341 hearing, knowing the types of questions I'd be asked so I felt confident going into it. She patiently answered all my questions, and to me it seemed I had a lot of questions all the time. But she never made me feel as if my questions weren't welcome, even after discharge when I encountered a debtor I forgot all about from over a decade ago. She is the nicest most personable attorney there is. I highly recommend Jann Washington if you need a good bankruptcy attorney.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Treated me like a person not a "case".

    Posted by

    Going through a bankruptcy is a such a stressful situation. Finding a lawyer that treated me like a person not like a "case" was so reassuring. She accompanied me to my court hearing and explained every step thoroughly. During the three year period she allowed me to text her with any questions I had. Yes, I said text. My questions were usually answered by the end of the day. She was never to busy for me. She is a smart lawyer with a personal touch. I would highly reccomend her!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Security Deposit

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    I was referred to Jann by my sister, who previously had landlord issues. She said hiring Jann was the best money she'd ever spent so when I ran into an issues with my landlord withholding excessive money from my security depot, upon moving out, I gave Jann a call. She was beyond helpful during that first call and gave me scenarios and options of how to proceed that would be most beneficial to me. I ended up hiring Jann regarding the excessive fees he charged and I ended up getting more money back from the landlord! Best money I spent as well! I had sent her numerous emails and pictures of the property as well as conversations with the landlord and throughout that process, she was a pleasure to work with during what can be considered a stressful time. I highly recommend Jann!!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Security Deposit

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    I moved from an apartment complex on August 30, 2014. I left my apartment spotless in order to receive my full security deposit. It never came. I sent a form letter from the Cleveland Tenants Association by Certified Mail with no response. I contacted Ms. Washington and gave her the 20 pictures that I took of my totally clean and undamaged apartment. I received my Security Deposit check including my retainer fee and an inconvenience fee 5 weeks later. I am very happy that I hired her.
    Jann Washington's response: Thank you. I'm glad I could assist you with your problem.

    Bankruptcy

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    I was referred to Jan Washington for a bankruptcy. Jan confirmed what I could have removed. After receiving a letter from the creditor I filed the bankruptcy on. I asked Jan about it, that's when she told me that the creditor could not be removed. The basis of the bankruptcy was to remove this creditor and she lied to me. Wasted time and money.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    Jann Washington's response: Without knowing which debtor/client this is, I would have a hard time responding to this person's concerns. I am as up front with all my clients as I can possibly be. My clients receive information on the types of credit that can and cannot be discharged at the beginning of the case with a significant information package provided.

    Attorney endorsements

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    Richard Granvold, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Mar 12, 2016
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    I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. Why? If you read answers to questions by persons on AVVO and read her answers, you will notice Jann takes the time to carefully and fully (and accurately) explain the answer to the questions directly and to the point. Having practiced myself 29 years and filed over 5,400 bankruptcy petitions I appreciate attorneys who have substantial experience and yet willing to take the time on AVVO to give you information that you sought. After all, is that not why you asked? So go to an attorney who you will receive such quality representation by. Great job to Jann too! Sincerely, Richard D. Granvold

    Dorothy Bunce, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jul 28, 2015
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    Jann Collette Washington is an active volunteer on the Avvo question & answer forum and a welcome addition to the community from Ohio. An obviously caring and careful attorney, she clearly looks out for those who need help and I am honored to endorse her.

    Evan Engler

    I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Jann Collette Washington gives thorough and practical legal advice.

    Hovanes Margarian

    I endorse this lawyer.

    John O'Brien, Car accident Attorney on Aug 8, 2014
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    I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.

    Greg Porter, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Jul 24, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Washington is well versed in Landlord/Tenant law.

    Kendall Coffman, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jul 21, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    T. Ritz, Foreclosure Attorney on Apr 21, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    John Dowell

    I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ms. Washington since our time together in law school and can attest to her strong character and experience in the legal field.

    Albert Crosner, Car accident Attorney on Feb 19, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Ms. Washington. She is well credentialed and has been quite prolific in her responses to Avvo community posed questions.

    Kyle Bristow, Foreclosure Attorney on Dec 20, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. As evidenced by Ms. Washington's answers on Avvo, she understands the law well.

    Ronald Burdge, Foreclosure Attorney on Dec 11, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    If you want to know something about the competency of an attorney or their desire to help people straighten out their life, take a look at the dozens of published answers to questions they have at Avvo.com, look at the respect and endorsements they have from fellow attorneys, look at their work experience and especially at their paralegal experience too (that's where they learn the everyday world of practicing law and how to handle it, long before they become a lawyer), and look at how helpful their website is too. When you do that with attorney Washington, you will see what we see - a remarkable and highly competent lawyer who knows the law and likes to make sure that her clients understand it too. Foreclosure defense is tough, but Jann can handle it. If you need help she is your answer. I recommend her to you.

    Christian Lassen

    Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

    John Stryker

    I endorse this lawyer. Jann has a nurturing and caring quality to her. She was very encouraging to me as went through the licensing process. If you are a client that needs your attorney to take the time to understand your needs and fight for them, then I recommend you hire Jann.

    Cost

    RATES
    • Hourly Rates$150-$175/hour
    • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs60 minutes
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card