General Information

Year founded: 1980
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Overview

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Founded in Cleveland, Ohio in 1980, Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co., L.P.A. has built its reputation and practice by providing uncompromising legal representation that exceeds the objectives and expectations of our clients. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, MRR has been named a Tier 1 Best Law Firm for Civil Rights law by U.S. News & World Report since 2011. Many of our top-tier attorneys have consistently received industry recognition including Best Lawyers, AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and selection as Super Lawyers for many years.

Our attorneys are dedicated to providing sound advice and counsel that will guide each client successfully through the legal matter that brought us together. More than four decades of growth and success have brought new skills and approaches to the firm. MRR is now aligned into practice areas that include attorneys as well as other seasoned professionals drawn from the public and private sector. This structure allows our professionals to develop unparalleled expertise in their specific practice areas, as well as allowing MRR to offer services in a greater range of legal matters.

Our strong work ethic and collaborative approach to complex issues are contributing factors in the successful conclusion of the cases we have handled. The passion and stalwart character of our attorneys who stand up for every client have built our reputation for integrity. A high level of experience and expertise has enabled us to deliver results for clients ranging from insurance companies, construction-related business, food/beverage industry, and high-profile service professionals and business owners to educational institutions and public entities.

As trusted counsellors and attorneys at law, our strength in guidance ensures that we will always make every effort to provide sound advice and counsel to our clients.

Rankings

Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co., L.P.A. is nationally ranked in 1 practice areas and metro ranked in 2 practice areas. Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process.

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National Rankings

Tier 1
Tier 1 for Transportation Law

Metro Rankings

Cleveland
Tier 1 for Transportation Law
Tier 3 for Civil Rights Law

Rankings

National Rankings

Tier 1
Tier 1 for Transportation Law

Regional Rankings

Cleveland
Tier 1 for Transportation Law
Tier 3 for Civil Rights Law

Practice Areas

The below are areas of legal specialty volunteered by the firm and do not designate a specialty in which a Best Law Firms ranking is held.
  • Appellate Practice
  • Civil Rights Law
  • Commercial Finance Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Education Law
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Government Contracts
  • Insurance Law
  • Labor Law - Management
  • Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Litigation - Construction
  • Litigation - Insurance
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
  • Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
  • Transportation Law

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co., L.P.A. has 2 lawyers recognized for individual performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. By receiving this Best Lawyers recognition from their peers for their professional excellence, these lawyers made Mazanec, Raskin & Ryder Co., L.P.A. eligible for evaluation for Best Law Firms rankings. For almost two decades, Best Lawyers has awarded these singular accolades, making them the foundation of our Best Law Firms awards. Read more about our Best Lawyers process here.
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Client Comments

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Awards

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  • Named Best Law Firm in 2014 by U.S News & World Report in conjunction with Best Lawyers
  • Named Best Law Firm in 2015 for Civil Rights Law by U.S. News & World Report in conjunction with Best Lawyers

Main Location

Cleveland, OH
100 Franklin's Row
34305 Solon Road
Cleveland, OH 44139
United States
440-248-7906 Call our Cleveland, OH location at 440-248-7906 Get Directions Get directions to our Cleveland, OH location

Management and Personnel

President & Managing Partner
Joseph F. Nicholas, Jr.

Contacts

Director, Law Firm Administration
Darlene McCormick (440) 287-8324
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