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The Mellino Law Firm, LLCPartner
Christopher M. Mellino
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Christopher M. Mellino

5.0
4 reviews

19704 Center Ridge Road, Rocky River, OH 44116

Medical Malpractice, Birth Trauma, Catastrophic Injury and 85 more

About Christopher M. Mellino

Christopher Mellino, a widely known and respected personal injury attorney in the Cleveland area, has more than 30 years experience representing people and families injured by medical negligence, products liability and birth and brain injuries. Mr. Mellino was formerly with the firm Kampinski & Mellino where, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer, they "set the standard for big medical malpractice payouts in Ohio" - obtaining more than $30 million in judgments in the year 1997 alone.In 2001 he formed The Mellino Law Firm and continued to build on that success. A member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, he has established a formidable network of experts to consult on cases. Christopher Mellino is committed to the highest standard of excellence. His consistent commitment to helping injured people can help you and your family. He has been named as one of the Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers in Cleveland. He was recognized as an Ohio Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine and since 1999 has received the prestigious AV rating from Martindale Hubbell, the highest rating for professional ability and ethical standards a lawyer can achieve. The Mellino Law Firm was also continuously recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the Best Law Firms in the Country.Christopher Mellino is committed to the idea that a smaller, skillful and well connected law firm will achieve better results in malpractice cases because the attorney is immersed in the case from the moment the client walks into the office and has full working knowledge of all the details of the case.The Mellino Law Firm is a full service law firm known for providing high quality representation to people and families harmed by medical malpractice, birth injuries and also on other catastrophic injuries caused by trucking and car accidents, and dangerous drugs or products.AV Rated since 1999. Recognized in Ohio Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in Ohio, Best Lawyers in Cleveland, Member of Million Dollar and Multi Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

 

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Christopher M. Mellino got this award in 2021

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Areas of Law

  • Medical Malpractice 1
    • Failure to Diagnose
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Personal Injury 3
    • Wrongful Death
    • Trucking Accidents
    • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Products Liability 1
    • Drug and Medical Device Litigation
  • Torts 2
    • Negligence
    • Mass Torts
  • Labor and Employment 1
    • Whistleblower Litigation
  • Child Abuse and Neglect
  • Consumer Law 1
    • Consumer Fraud
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Erbs Palsy
  • Insurance
  • Gastric Bypass Surgery Malpractice
  • Lasik Surgery Malpractice
  • Liposuction Malpractice
  • Litigation 2
    • Civil Litigation
    • Complex Litigation
  • Lung Cancer
  • Premises Liability
  • Professional Liability
  • Qui Tam Litigation
  • Other 59
    • Birth Trauma
    • Catastrophic Injury
    • Anesthesia Accidents
    • Persistent Vegetative State
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Paralysis
    • Injuries To Children
    • Nursing Home Negligence
    • Gynecology Malpractice
    • Medical Liability
    • Medical Negligence
    • Nursing Malpractice
    • Nursing Negligence
    • Obstetric Malpractice
    • Pediatric Malpractice
    • Pharmacists Liability
    • Physicians Professional Liability
    • Surgeons Liability
    • Head Injury
    • Plaintiffs Personal Injury
    • Tort Liability
    • Breast Implant Litigation
    • Children
    • Consumer Class Actions
    • Consumer Litigation
    • Consumer Protection
    • Consumer Rights
    • Defective Hip Implants
    • Defective Knee Replacements
    • Duragesic Patch
    • Fentanyl
    • Fosamax
    • Heparin
    • Kidney Failure
    • Lexapro
    • Trial Practice
    • Liver Damage
    • Chiropractors Malpractice
    • Cosmetic Surgery Malpractice
    • Medication Errors
    • Nursing Liability
    • Orthopedic Malpractice
    • Podiatric Malpractice
    • Wrong Site Surgery
    • Neurontin
    • Accidents
    • Automobile Accidents and Injuries
    • Automobile Negligence
    • Bodily Injury
    • Brain Injury
    • Electrical Injury
    • Motor Vehicle Accidents and Injuries
    • Severe Burns
    • Spinal Injury
    • Inadequate Security
    • Negligent Security
    • Vaccine Injury
    • Civil Liability
    • Coma

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed hourly rates
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Partner
    Firm Name
    The Mellino Law Firm, LLC
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Moskovitz v. Mt. Sinai Hospital (1994), 69 Ohio St.3d 638 (establishing a claim for punitive damages when there is an intentional alteration of medical records.) Watkins v. Clevel
    Clinic Foundation (1998), 130 Ohio App.3d 262 (involving claims for fraud, battery
    punitive damages in a medical malpractice case.)
    Hyams v. Clevel
    Clinic Foundation (2013).
  • Additional Links
    https://www.mellinolaw.com/our-firm/christopher-mellino

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1984, Ohio
    1984, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
    Memberships
    Ohio State Bar Association
    Ohio Association for Justice
    American Association for Justice
    Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys (Member of the Board of Trustees and Co-Editor of the CATA News)
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Cleveland Marshall College of Law, Cleveland State University
    Class of 1984
    J.D.
    cum laude

    Cleveland Marshall College of Law, Cleveland State University
    Class of 1984
    J.D.
    1984 Moot Court Board of Governors
    Other Education
    Cleveland State University
    Class of 1981
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Hobbies & Interests
    Chris has been married to his wife Gaynel for over 30 years and they have 3 children. He is involved in numerous charitable and community programs but the two he enjoys most are coaching CYO basketball, which he has done for almost twenty years and he recently founded a social justice scholarship program that engages eighth grade students with local service organizations and projects to increase awareness about justice in our society.

Contact Christopher M. Mellino

Partner at The Mellino Law Firm, LLC
5.0
4 reviews

19704 Center Ridge RoadRocky River, OH 44116U.S.A.

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Office Hours:
  • Monday 08:30 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Tuesday 08:30 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Wednesday 08:30 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Thursday 08:30 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Friday 08:30 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Saturday By appointment
  • Sunday By appointment

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Christopher M. Mellino was admitted in 1984 to the State of Ohio.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Christopher M. Mellino is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio.
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    Yes, Christopher M. Mellino has a professional profile on LinkedIn, facebook and Twitter.
  • How many attorneys are in this law firm?
    The Mellino Law Firm, LLC has 3 attorneys at this location.
  • Does this attorney maintain any other responsibilities in the firm outside of legal work?
    Christopher M. Mellino is the Managing Partner of the firm.

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