At Patituce & Associates, we believe in providing experienced criminal defense counsel for clients facing one of the most troubling, confusing times of their lives. The experience and skill of our Cleveland criminal defense lawyers is the main reason we can accomplish this task. With more than 70 years of collective legal experience, our team has been able to take 200+ cases to trial.
Our team consists of former prosecutors, attorneys who are licensed to practice in four different states, and attorneys who have been regularly featured in the media. If you are looking for a team of the best criminal defense lawyers near Shaker Heights, you have come to the right place.
Experienced Shaker Heights Municipal Court Attorneys
If you need a criminal defense lawyer near Shaker Heights, it is important to find someone who is familiar with the local laws and court system in Cuyahoga County. At Patituce & Associates, LLC, our attorneys have experience representing clients in the Shaker Heights Municipal Court and have established positive relationships with the judges and prosecutors in the court. Our previous experience in this particular court allows us to effectively prepare our clients and their cases for their hearings.
About the Shaker Heights Municipal Court
The Shaker Heights Municipal Court serves Beachwood, Hunting Valley, Pepper Pike, Shaker Heights, and University Heights.
The court hears misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic cases, and civil cases where involving $15,000 or less. The court may hold preliminary hearings for felony charges. If probable cause is found, the case will be sent to the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas.
Judges and Court Staff
Court Administration
- Presiding Judge Anne Walton Keller
- Greg Gentile, Traffic Court Magistrate
- Leslie Johns, Traffic Court Magistrate
- Nadeen Nassar, Mediation
- Juli Freeman-Johnson, Administrative Manager
- Kristina Slunski, Executive Assistant
Clerk of Court’s Office
- Steven Tomaszewski, Clerk of Court
- Patricia Jagels, Criminal Division
- Michelle Peters, Civil Division
- Brenda Frost, Supervisor/Traffic Division
Bailiff’s Office
- Joe Gogala, Chief Bailiff
- Carl Green, Deputy Bailiff
- Phil Coe, Deputy Bailiff
- Rob Williams, Deputy Bailiff
Probation Office
- Gail Moore, Chief Probation Officer
- Jean Panter-Graham, Probation Officer
- Michael Maharidge, Probation Officer
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Address & Information
Physical Address
3355 Lee Rd
Shaker Heights, OH 44120
Hours
Mon – Fri, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Phone:
216-491-1300
Fax:
216-491-1314
Call Patituce & Associates Today!
We offer all prospective clients a free, confidential phone consultation, giving them the chance to discuss the details of their arrest and the charges they potentially face. Whether it’s the middle of the night or on the weekend, we understand that an arrest can occur at any time.
That is why we can be reached 24/7. Although we will do our best to return your phone call within 12 hours of receiving your message, you can expect us to return your call within 24 hours at the latest. Fill out our contact form or call us at 440-471-7784Â today for your free consultation.
