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Daniel M. Margolis was born and raised in Northeast Ohio. He obtained a B.A. from Carleton College and then attended the Vermont Law School, where he focused his studies on criminal law and constitutional issues. He obtained his J.D. in 1996 and was honored by being named to the Dean's List. While in law school, Dan was also a member of the local volunteer fire department, where he developed a keen interest in arson investigation. He is now admitted to practice law in all Ohio state courts as well as in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio.. After graduating from law school, Attorney Margolis became an Assistant Prosecutor for Cuyahoga County. He was immediately assigned to the Appeals Division, generally considered to be the brain trust of the prosecutor's office. Drawing upon his law school experience as a firefighter, Dan was a founding member of the county's first Arson Prosecution Unit. He also prosecuted several high-profile cases in Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court.. In 2000, Dan entered private practice, focusing on criminal defense in all counties and courts in Northern Ohio. He has defended clients — adults and juveniles — in serious cases ranging from DUI to arson and murder. Over the years, Dan has built a reputation as an aggressive attorney who zealously advocates on behalf of his clients.. Attorney Margolis is a member of several prominent organizations, including:. Dan is considered an authority on defending sex cases and high-profile cases in juvenile court. He is a frequent speaker on legal issues and has presented numerous continuing legal education seminars for juvenile law classes at local law schools.

Berkman Gordon Murray & DeVan was founded nearly 60 years ago and has always been at the forefront of criminal, civil and constitutional litigation and appeals.  In addition to criminal and white collar defense, we represent plaintiffs in personal injury and medical malpractice cases, and represent professionals and business executives and management in criminal, civil and administrative matters.  We also provide representation in business litigation.  Our website, , provides a comprehensive list of significant trial, appellate and administrative cases we have handled in state and federal courts.

Mr. Long has earned a reputation as a fierce and loyal advocate for his clients in all case types.  Prior to joining Friedman & Nemecek, L.L.C., Mr. Long served clients in varying criminal matters as well as in commercial, employment, civil rights, education, personal injury, product liability and construction litigation cases.. This diverse practice has lent itself well to his current practice which consists mostly of criminal defense.  However clients will often present with complex cases that involve civil or administrative aspects that are “quasi-criminal” in nature.. Mr. Long brings his wealth of legal knowledge as a dynamic not routinely seen in criminal defense firms. For instance, Mr. Long us a respected Title IX attorney, representing  college students accused of sexual misconduct. The nature of the allegations often intersect with possible criminal charges that must be carefully handled to ensure that the client can avoid criminal liability while still participating in the educational disciplinary process.  Mr. Long’s experience within these different realms is an extraordinary benefit to the his clients.. Mr. Long’s criminal practice includes municipal, state, and federal representation of clients at all stages of litigation, from pre-indictment investigations to post-conviction work. While licensed in Ohio and Illinois, Mr. Long will accompany his clients to courts and hearings across the United States. Approximately half of the clients in need of Friedman & Nemecek, L.L.C.’s assistance are located outside Ohio.. Mr. Long remains firmly committed to public service within the legal and general communities-at-large. In 2016, he accepted an invitation to join The Judge John M. Manos Inn of Court as an Associate. A year earlier, he was also the recipient of the Award for Excellence in Pro Bono Service from the Judges of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the Chicago Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. He is an active member of the American Bar Association, Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Ohio State Bar Association, and Chicago Bar Association. He also lectures to local attorneys on topics related to Cyber Security, technology, and modern case investigative techniques.  Mr. Long recently named in The National Trial Lawyer: Top 100 list for 2018.

I have 37 years of criminal defense experience. I am in the courtroom on a daily basis fighting for the freedom of my clients. You will receive exceptional service and exceptional results.

I am a lifelong Ohio resident and attended law school at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law.  While attending law school, I had the opportunity to work with the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association and also with the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office where I gained extensive trial and appellate experience.  Since being sworn in to practice law by the Ohio Supreme Court in 2008 I have been practicing as a trial litigation attorney at the Law Office of Jaye M. Schlachet where I appear in court on daily basis litigating a wide verity of complex legal matters.

Larry fights for the rights of individuals facing allegations of white collar crimes, computer/internet crimes, sexual assault, Federal narcotics crimes, and many others. He often handles the cases of high-profile or well-known citizens, which requires the utmost discretion. Balancing aggression with tact according to the needs of the case, Larry makes it a point to know each case better than the judge and prosecutors.. Larry fights for the rights of individuals facing allegations of white collar crimes, computer/internet crimes, sexual assault, Federal narcotics crimes, and many others. He often handles the cases of high-profile or well-known citizens, which requires the utmost discretion. Balancing aggression with tact according to the needs of the case, Larry makes it a point to know each case better than the judge and prosecutors.

I am an attorney admitted to practice in Ohio and California. I have  experience working for clients large and small in civil matters in state and federal court across the country and criminal matters from traffic offense to serious felonies.. Prior to establishing my own practice I had the opportunity to intern at the Ohio 6th District Court of Appeals, work at the Toledo Public Defender’s Office and work for a former SEC enforcement lawyer and partner at a large business firm here in Cleveland.. I became an attorney because I wanted to help people. My goal is to help you navigate the potential minefield our tangled web of laws has created. I’ve always had a great deal of curiosity and enthusiasm for the law and there is nothing I enjoy more than helping my clients obtain their desired outcomes. I will leave no stone unturned in helping you get what you want and deserve.. Education. Affiliations

I have been a practicing attorney for 18 years.  A large portion of my practice throughout my career has been criminal and municipal law.. The criminal defense portion of my practice includes repesenting individuals on misdemeanor matters such as DUI/DWI/OVI's, traffic matters and all other misdemeanor charges and representing indivduals on various felony charges.. The criminal prosecution portion of my practice includes currently serving as Prosecutor for the City of Broadview Heights and Prosecutor for the Village of Newburgh Heights.. My municipal practices has included the following:. City of Broadview Heights-Law Director and Prosecutor 2003-present. City of Newburgh Heights-Prosecutor 2011-present. Village of Walton Hills-Law Director and Prosecutor 2002-2004. City of Brunswick-Acting Law Director 2003. Village of Walton Hills-Assistant Law Director and Assistant Prosecutor 1998-2002. In the past 18 years I have handled thousands of criminal matters as both a defense attorney and prosecutor, especially in the area of DUI/DWI/OVI.. I an a regular speaker at the Interchange Driver's Intervention Program on the Topic of the Legal Ramifications of being convicted of an OVI (2-3 times per month) and I regularly teach an Economic Crime Program though Interchange for those convicted of economic crimes. I have also taught classes as a faculty member in various areas of the law at the University of Phoenix and Stautzenberger College.. I believe that practicing on both sides of the criminal law table allows me to bring a unique perspective to any given case.  In defending a criminal matter, I know where the prosecutor is coming from, what he is looking for and how the prosecutor is thinking when he is evaluating the strength of his case since I am in his shoes on any given day as a prosecutor myself.  I think that this knowledge is invaluable in attempting to resolve my clients case whether it is by plea bargain or trial in a manner that gives my client the best possible result.. Our office offers free initial consultations on any criminal or traffic matter.  Please do not hesitate to contact me with your questions.

I represent clients in a variety of matters and am dedicated to each client right from the initial consultation. During this consultation I gather information from my client so that I know how to effectively defend them. From there, I keep an open communication with my clients and even utilize a client management software so that my client can fully see what is going on in their case.

I have offices in both Hubbard and Brookfield, Ohio serving courts in Trumbull, Portage, Mahoning, Ashtabula, Geauga and Columbiana counties. I have been practicing law since November, 1993. I have practiced in more than 15 counties in Ohio, 5 of the 12 Courts of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Ohio, as well as Federal Court in the Northern District of Ohio and the Court of Claims.