Jann Collette Washington

Jann Collette Washington

4.2
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 14 years

Bankruptcy and debt Lawyer at Richmond Hts., OH
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Foreclosure

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

About Jann

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 350-400 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 14 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jann Collette Washington

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

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Jann Collette Washington's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.2 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

5 star (4)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Experience with an Attorney

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.

Posted by David | March 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Treated me like a person not a "case".

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!

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Bankruptcy

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 cre...ditor and she lied to me. Wasted time and money.

Jann Washington

Replied last August 13, 2020

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.

Posted by anonymous | December 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Security Deposit

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!!

Posted by Tree | December 21, 2014

Security Deposit

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

Replied last December 23, 2014

Thank you. I'm glad I could assist you with your problem.

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Jann Collette Washington's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Granvold

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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"

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Dorothy Bunce

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Evan Engler

Unknown lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Car accident lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Greg Porter

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Kendall Coffman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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T. Ritz

Foreclosure lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Dowell

Unknown lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Albert Crosner

Car accident lawyer | Feb 19

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."

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Kyle Bristow

Foreclosure lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Ronald Burdge

Foreclosure lawyer | Dec 11

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."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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John Stryker

Unknown lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Joshua Thomas

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Peter Cozmyk

Foreclosure lawyer

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David Smith

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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T. Ritz

Employment and labor lawyer

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Matthew Simon

Personal injury lawyer

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John Dowell

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2009

Cali Award in Intellectual Property, CALI

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Chief Bankruptcy Attorney, Cozmyk Law Offices

2012 - Present

Attorney, Jann C. Washington, Esq. LLC

2012 - 2016

Of Counsel Attorney, Cozmyk Law Offices

2010 - 2012

Attorney, Petersen & Petersen

2006 - 2010

Paralegal, Law Offices of Timothy M. Sullivan

2005 - 2006

Paralegal / Secretary, Quinn Legal Associates

1997 - 2010

Self Employed Contract Paralegal, Self Employed Contract Paralegal

1996 - 2005

Paralegal, Dale P. Zucker Co., LPA

Associations

2023 - Present

Western District of Pennsylvania Bankruptcy Court

Attorney

2021 - Present

Ohio Southern District Bankruptcy Court

Attorney

2011 - Present

Geauga County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

State of Ohio

Attorney at Law

2011 - Present

Ohio Northern District Bankruptcy Court

Attorney

2010 - Present

Westshore Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Foreclosure Defense

Saved home from being foreclosed upon

Foreclosure Defense

waiver of deficiency on 2 properties

Auto Accident

Settled prior to suit

Foreclosure Defense

Waiver of deficiency balance

Foreclosure Defense

Loan modification

Landlord / Tenant

Security deposit returned in full

Landlord/Tenant

Security deposit returned in full

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Education

2010

Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of Toledo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2004

Cuyahoga Community College

Associate of Arts

Languages

English

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