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A native of the Mahoning Valley, Frank L. Cassese graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School before attending the Ohio State University (B.A., 2008). He earned his law degree from the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in 2014.
Prior to becoming a lawyer, Frank completed an internship with the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms, clerked for Mahoning County Common Pleas Judge John Durkin and worked at DeBartolo Sports and Entertainment, Inc. He also assisted in the management of Cassese’s M.V.R. Restaurant, a landmark Youngstown restaurant that is owned by his family.
After law school, Frank took a position with the local law firm of Betras, Kopp & Harshman. Throughout his time at BKH, Frank gained tremendous experience in both criminal and civil litigation. In 2016, Frank joined Hartwig Law to expand his focus in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury, and domestic relations.
Attorney Cassese is licensed to practice law in Ohio as well as the United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio. He is a member of the Mahoning County Bar Association, the Nathaniel R. Jones American Inn of Court, the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (OACDL), and the Ohio State Bar Association.
Frank resides in Youngstown with his wife Jessica.
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Acquired: 2015
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7330 Market Street, Youngstown, OH, 44512
13 Client Reviews
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Posted by Arturo | July 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent lawyer!
I contacted Frank Cassese as soon my incident happened, he asked for all the details and started to work on it right away, he immediately set up a consulting appointment with me and he clearly explained the procedures of the case to me. On the court date he was punctual and thanks to his knowledg...
Posted by Scott Brandenstein | February 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Defendant
I thought he was very personable and made me feel comfortable. I trusted him and knew he would do everything he could. I didn't like how everything was so fast. I didn't know exactly what was going on until it was over with and after I saw the judge.
"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is an aggressive and respected advocate. He will work tirelessly to attain the best possible outcome for his client. I would not hesitate to retain him."
"Frank Cassese is a young, bright, hard working lawyer who I met while working with co-defendants on a seriously complicated aggravated murder case. I quickly learned he was very capable, but more important, he was always looking to learn from every lawyer in and around the courts. I know him much better now, honest, intelligent and the best work ethic around. I endorse his work."
Criminal defense lawyer
2016 - Present
Associate, Hartwig Law, LLC
2015 - 2016
Associate, Betras, Kopp & Harshman LLC.
2014 - 2015
Law Clerk, The Honorable Judge John Durkin
2015 - Present
Mahoning County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Nathaniel R. Jones American Inn of CourtMember
2012 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BS - Bachelor of Science
English