Joseph Stottner

Biography

Joseph Stottner joined Kelley Ferraro in 2018. He graduated from John Carroll University in 1992 with a B.A., from the University of Denver in 1994 with a M.A. in International Politics, and earned his J.D. from the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law in 2002. Prior to joining the firm Stottner served in various positions with the City of Cleveland, including as an Assistant Prosecutor and as a manager for Cleveland Public Safety. Stottner is an active member of the Ohio State Bar Association.

Joe’s practice focuses on probate law. He routinely represents clients at court hearings and supports the estate resolution process. Joe currently resides in Cleveland, Ohio, with his wife and has three children.

Education

• Cleveland State University, Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, Cleveland, Ohio
  • J.D. – 2002
• University of Denver, Denver, Colorado
  • M.A. – 1994
  • Major: International Politics
• John Carroll University, Cleveland, Ohio
  • B.A. – 1992
• Saint Ignatius High School, Cleveland, Ohio
  • 1988

Bar Admission

• Ohio, 2003

Past Positions

• City of Cleveland, 1994 to 2018

Professional Associations

• Ohio State Bar Association, Member, 2003 to Present
• Lawyers Guild

Pro Bono Activities

• Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court, Diversion Program, Volunteer Magistrate, 2005 to 2018
• St. Mark Parish Council, 2020 to 2024