R. Paul Cushion II

The Hallmark of the R. Paul Cushion, II, Esq. Law Firm is their thorough preparation at each phase of the legal process. Their trademark preparation is surpassed only by the passion they hold for their client's legal rights. This passion may, itself, be surpassed by the aggressive legal style of representation this Law Firm displays at each phase of the legal process. These fundamental traits for successful legal defense flow from its founder and CEO, Attorney R. Paul Cushion, II, Esq. The legal career of Attorney R. Paul Cushion, II, Esq. is legendary and the topic of numerous literary and professional articles. Attorney Cushion has fought against, and has overcome, his own legal and personal adversities during his professional career. These incredulous adversities that Attorney Cushion faced in his turbulent journey would have shut most individuals down. Attorney Cushion chose a different, less traveled path, and responded to this adversity with steadfast resolve. Attorney Cushion overcame his trials and tribulations through his unyielding passion for knowledge and by his faith, both in the power of God and in the power contained in knowledge of the law. His unquenchable desire for justice only intensified.

• Ohio Public Records Law
• Public Record Requests
• Public Corruption
• Police Misconduct
• Constitutional Law

• Free Consultation
  The initial consultation may be done in person or over the phone, and lasts between 10-30 minutes depending upon the complexity of the case.
• Does Not Currently Practice Law
• Not Currently Accepting Clients
• Credit Cards Accepted
  Master Card and Visa
• Contingent Fees
  I accept contingency fees in most personal injury cases.
• Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
  In State Court, at the trial level, my rate is generally $175 per hour. At the State Appellate level my rate is $250 per hour. In Federal Court, or in special types of cases, my fee is $375 per hour. All rates as listed do not include any out-of-pocket expenses, which would be additional to the standard fees.

Ohio

Since 1986

6th Circuit

Since 1990

Federal Circuit

Since 1990

U.S. Supreme Court

Since 1990

Member

MENSA

2011 - Current

Attorney/Office Manager*

The R. Paul Cushion, II Law Firm

1986 - Current

I am responsible for the administration of a law firm. These duties include thorough knowledge of state and federal laws, ensuring all legal time lines are strictly complied with, drafting and editing all legal materials, supplying legal counsel and advice, hiring and supervising all legal personnel, making decisions regarding all office purchases, public relations dissemination, managing the law firm's daily affairs. Areas of practice include Federal, State and Municipal Criminal Defense; Civil Rights violation claims; Police Misconduct claims; White Collar Criminal Defense; Major Drug Offender Criminal Defense; Gender, race, ethnicity and age discrimination claims; First Amendment Claims; Restaurant and Personal Injury claims; Traffic and DUI/DWI Defense; Internet Crimes Criminal Defense; CDL matters; Public Corruption claims; Federal and State Complex Litigation; Public Records Laws requests and claims, including Writs of Mandamus; 42 USC Sec. 1983, Title VII, Title IX, EEOC, Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

The Cuyahoga County Prosecutor, Major Drug Offender Enforcement Division

1996 - 1998

Responsibilities included the investigation, indictment, pre-trial litigation, jury and bench trials, and follow through with appellate briefs and arguments in all criminal cases related to the prosecution of major drug offenders, criminal offenses, and organized criminal enterprises. The indictment process included securing search warrants, presenting secret grand jury testimony, witness interviews, forfeitures and the use of Ohio R.I.C.O. statutes, inter alia, in major drug trafficking cases. The pre-trial and trial phases included all motion practice, oral arguments to the court, witness and evidence presentation, jury instructions and all aspects of litigation. Appellate practice at all levels. This is an area I know very well, and understand the complexities and legal requirements at each phase.

Assistant Attorney General, Federal Litigation Division

The State of Ohio Attorney General

1989 - 1994

Responsibilities included all phases of federal court civil rights defense litigation, beginning with the initial Answer of the Defendant continuing through with the appellate practice before the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals (see, e.g., Woodbridge v. Dahlberg, 954 F.2d 1231 (6th Cir. 1992)) and before the United States Supreme Court. All aspects of this position required thorough and continuing knowledge of every phase of federal court practice, and serving as a liaison between the Office of the Attorney General and other public offices which, at times, were diametrically opposed in political philosophies and parties. Knowledge and application of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure were of paramount importance.

Cleveland Marshall College of Law

J.D. | Law

1983 - 1986

Honors: Graduated cum laude

Kent State University

B.S. (1983) | Criminal Justice

1981 - 1983

Honors: Dean's List

Activities: President, Lambda Alpha Epsilon (Criminal Justice Fraternity), Student Senate member

MENSA

Member

2009 - Current

Activities: Intelligence proven by members: Upper 2% of all people of the human race.

Federal Bar Association

Member in Good Standing

2009 - Current

Activities: Member of the Criminal Law Section, Member of the Civil Rights Section, Member of the Employment Law Section

Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association

Member in Good Standing

2009 - Current

Activities: Member of the Criminal Law Section, Member of the Civil Rights Section, Member of the Juvenile law Section

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Current

Federal Bar Association

Member

2009 - Current

Woodbridge v. Dahlberg, 954 F.2d 1231 (6th Cir. 1992)

Federal Court

March, 1992

Federal Appeals and District Court Memorandums

The Federal Courts and Federal Court of Appeals

January, 1985

Mediation Certification

Cleveland Mediation Center

Consultant

Gerson Lehrman Group

Ohio Sunshine/Public Records Laws

The Ohio Attorney General