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also known as Kate Pruchnicki
Kate Pruchnicki is a defense attorney who regularly practices in various jurisdictions across Northeast Ohio. Kate devotes the majority of her practice to representing individuals facing charges in municipal and state courts, ranging from low-level misdemeanor offenses to high-level felonies, as well as those seeking post-conviction relief.
Additionally, Kate has successfully represented clients in domestic relations and juvenile courts in matters related to divorce/dissolution and child custody, as well as plaintiffs/defendants in connection with a wide range of civil matters in both municipal and common pleas courts all over Ohio.
Kate graduated from The Ohio State University in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Affairs Journalism and a minor in International Studies. She then went on to graduate cum laude from Cleveland State University's College of Law in 2016.
Kate is a member of various organizations, such as the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, among others.
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Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Simply Amazing; Kate is the best in the Cleveland area. Kate is strong, intelligent, passionate and personable. I could not have asked for better legal representation through trying times. Kate fights hard for her clients and has always made the time for my case, even on weekends or after hours. If y...
Posted by Adam | June 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Kate was amazing to work with. She helped us through a very difficult time and was always there when we had questions or needed advise. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing legal advise or legal matters.
Posted by anonymous | February 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Kate was open and honest in her approach. She listened to all concerns and made herself available for meetings to fit everyone's schedules. She stuck to the quoted/ agreed upon charges to handle the case. Kate was very thorough and well versed. We would highly recommend her to anyone seeking repr...
Posted by Toni | January 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I’ll start by saying that I spoke with several lawyers over the last 6 months and Kate is by far the very best! She is very straight forward and does not mess around with getting your case resolved. I enjoyed meeting with her and she always made me feel very comfortable in the way things were explain...
Posted by Justin | November 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Kate was amazing! She is very knowledgeable and great at what she does. She takes the time to listen to your questions and concerns, and then answers them leaving you feeling comfortable and confident going through “our situation “. She is very confident, direct and to the point, but also very person...
"I endorse this lawyer. Extraordinary attention to detail and first rate instincts. Client contact excellent."
"Kate is a creative advocate for her clients, quick to think on her feet, and always searching for ways to best represent her clients. I would not hesitate to refer her a case."
"Ms. Pruchnicki is passionate, thorough, and entirely dedicated to her clients. Not only does she routinely participate in advanced criminal matters all around the State of Ohio, she has distinguished herself in the legal community as a leader due to her relentless passion and success. Kate treats her clients with respect, dignity, and total professionalism. You want her on your side as an advocate, she won't let you down."
"Kate is a tenacious attorney who works tirelessly for her clients. She is experienced, knowledgeable, and I would recommend her to anyone in need of representation."
"Katelyn is an excellent attorney to work with, she is incredibly diligent and highly professional. I recommend her highly!"
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2021
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2020
Rising Stars 2020, Super Lawyers Magazine
2019
Rising Stars 2019, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Excellence for the Future Award, Criminal Procedure II, CALI
2016
Excellence for the Future Award, First Amendment Rights, CALI
2016
Excellence for the Future Award, Post-Conviction Relief Clinic, CALI
2015
Excellence for the Future Award, Family Law, CALI
2015
Excellence for the Future Award, Post-Conviction Relief Clinic, CALI
2017 - Present
Attorney, Milano Attorneys & Counselors at Law
2015 - 2017
Law Clerk, Milano Attorneys & Counselors at Law
2015 - 2016
Extern, Office Of The Federal Public Defender
2018 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2018 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2017 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2017 - Present
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar AssociationMember
Jury verdicts reversed based on insufficient evidence
Not guilty on all counts of indictment
Found Not Guilty by Court
Drug Charges Dismissed, Pled to Speeding
Two Counts Felonious Assault, Dismissed
OVI (refusal with a prior OVI offense within ten years) reduced to a reckless operation
Dismissal
Dismissed for Undue Pre-indictment Delay
OVI with .235 BAC reduced to Physical Control
Driving Under Suspension and Assured Clear Distance Ahead, reduced to Failure to Display License Plates
2016
Juris Doctor
2012
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2021
The 3 Stages of OVI Detection/Prevention & Case Law Update (Weapons for your Motions to Suppress)
2020
Case Law Update - Weapons for Your Pretrial Motions-OVI
2019
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Case Law Update: What’s New With Drugs?
2018
Traffic Stops and OVI - the exception to the Fourth Amendment
2018
Fourth Amendment Traffic Stop/OVI Case Law Update - Weapons for Your Motions to Suppress
2018
Tips for OVI Motions to Suppress
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