John R. Cernelich
About John R. Cernelich
John R. Cernelich is a lawyer based in Cleveland, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. John R. Cernelich is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
Current Firm: Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 1986 and Harvard University, B.A., graduated 1982
Location: Cleveland, OH
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