Matthew J. "Matt" McCracken
About Matthew J. McCracken
Matthew J. McCracken is a lawyer based in Pepper Pike, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Matthew J. McCracken is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Pepper Pike, Ohio
- Employment Law - Management
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Kaufman, Drozdowski and Grendell LLC
Education: Case Western Reserve University, J.D., graduated 2004
Location: Pepper Pike, OH
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