Dennis R. Rose, Appellate Attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Litigation, and Real Estate · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratHahn Loeser & Parks LLP
Cleveland, OH
Practicing appellate in Cleveland since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Dennis R. Rose is a partner based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Appellate, Litigation, and Real Estate. Dennis has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Cleveland, OH
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Litigation · Real Estate
- Handles Appellate, Litigation, and Real Estate matters from Cleveland, OH.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Dennis R. Rose: Dennis R. Rose is a partner based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Appellate, Litigation, and Real Estate. Dennis has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Dennis takes on
Dennis concentrates on appellate, litigation, real estate, trade secrets, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dennis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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Trade Secrets
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Trusts
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Personal Injury
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Appellate cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Dennis takes appellate matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Dennis takes litigation matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Dennis takes real estate matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.
Trade Secrets cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Dennis takes trade secrets matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Dennis takes trusts matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dennis agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Dennis R. Rose — appellate lawyer in Cleveland
Dennis R. Rose is a partner based in Cleveland, OH. The practice focuses on Appellate, Litigation, and Real Estate. Dennis has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Dennis R. Rose represents clients across a wide spectrum of industries at both the trial and appellate level. Dennis has extensive experience handling a broad range of disputes in federal and state courts throughout the country. He has served as national litigation counsel in products liability litigation and Ohio counsel for lender liability and toxic tort matters. He represents clients in a diverse spectrum of industries, including financial services, paper, manufacturing, retail, real estate and transportation, in complex commercial litigation, intellectual property litigation, including theft of trade secrets, and class actions. Dennis also represents beneficiaries and fiduciaries in probate litigation and counsels both individuals and boards of directors in shareholder disputes. Dennis is co-chair of the firm's fiduciary litigation area.
In addition to serving his clients in civil litigation throughout the country, Dennis represents Hahn Loeser as its general counsel, making him responsible for legal matters relating to the firm. He has extensive experience in dealing with issues concerning the practice of law.
Dennis is a Life Member of the 6th Circuit Judicial Conference. He served as chair of the Northern District of Ohio's Federal Court Advisory Group from 1999 to 2008 and currently serves as chair emeritus. He has also chaired the Northern District of Ohio's Civil Rules Committee and Electronic Filing Rules Committee. Additionally, Dennis was a member of the Ohio Supreme Court's E-Filing Work Group from 2002 to 2007.
Dennis' community service includes his long-time board membership for Shoes and Clothes for Kids, and his service as chair of the Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals.
Dennis is listed in The Best Lawyers in America in the categories of Litigation – Trusts & Estates and Commercial Litigation, and in Ohio Super Lawyers for Estate & Trust Litigation, Business Litigation and Appellate. He is AV Preeminent® rated by Martindale-Hubbell, its highest available rating for legal ability and professional ethics.
Before joining Hahn Loeser, Dennis was a law clerk for the Honorable Leroy J. Contie Jr., U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit.
Professional History
• Partner, Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP, 1997-present; Associate, 1989-96; General Counsel, 2004-present; Chair, Fiduciary Litigation Practice Group
• Law Clerk, Honorable Leroy J. Contie, Jr., United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, 1987-89
• Chair, Advisory Group, United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, 1999-present
• Chairperson, Northern District of Ohio's Electronic Filing Rules Committee, 1997-present
• Member, Civil Justice Reform Act Advisory Group, United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, 1995-99
• Co-Chair, Civil Justice Reform Act Advisory Group Rules Committee, Northern District of Ohio, 1995-99
• Lecturer in Legal Writing, Cleveland Marshall College of Law 1988-89
Publications & Speaking Engagements
Anatomy of Two CFPB Trials
September 14, 2017
How to Defend Your RESPA Class-Action Case
August 28, 2017
What’s New & Hot in RESPA Class Actions?
April 18, 2017
Community Involvement
City of Brecksville City Council, Member, 2018-2020
Shoes and Clothes for Kids, Board of Trustees, 1994-present
Brecksville Board of Zoning Appeals, Member, 2001-present; Chairman, 2006-present
Society for American Baseball Research, Member, 1987-present
Awards & Distinctions
Ohio Super Lawyers, 2004-2007, 2013-2021
The Best Lawyers in America, Litigation–Trusts and Estates, Commercial Litigation, 2011-21
AV® Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Memberships & Affiliations
American Bar Association, Litigation Section, Member; Federal Rules Subcommittee of Pretrial Practice, Chair; Discovery Committee, Member
Ohio Bar Association, Federal Courts Committee, Member
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Litigation Section, Member
The Judicial Conference of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, Life Member
Lawyers Guild, Member
How Dennis handles appellate matters
Dennis R. Rose represents clients across a wide spectrum of industries at both the trial and appellate level. Dennis has extensive experience handling a broad range of disputes in federal and state courts throughout the country. He has served as national litigation counsel in products liability litigation and Ohio counsel for lender liability and toxic tort matters. He represents clients in a…
The kind of cases Dennis takes
Dennis reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, litigation, and real estate matters in Cleveland and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
J.D. · 1987
Cleveland State University
B.S. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Dennis's state bar admissions
U.S. Supreme Court U
2000 · ACTIVE
Ohio
1987 · ACTIVE
Dennis studied at J.D. in Cleveland Marshall College of Law and B.S. in Cleveland State University.
Law school and academic background
Dennis completed J.D. in Cleveland Marshall College of Law and B.S. in Cleveland State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dennis runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Dennis has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Dennis's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association Ohio Bar Association Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association
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Locations
Dennis R. Rose's office in Cleveland
Dennis's primary office is at 200 Public Square, Suite 2800, Cleveland, OH, 44114. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP
200 Public Square, Suite 2800
Cleveland, OH 44114
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How to hire Dennis R. Rose — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dennis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dennis charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dennis will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dennis
Dennis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dennis confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dennis's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dennis R. Rose
How much does it cost to hire Dennis for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dennis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dennis offer a free consultation?
Dennis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dennis's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Dennis's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dennis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dennis take my case if I'm outside Cleveland?
Dennis is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dennis will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Dennis?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dennis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dennis accepting new appellate clients right now?
Dennis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati in Ohio
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