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Cuyahoga County Department of Law
Led by Law Director Richard D. Manoloff, our department provides legal guidance to protect and support Cuyahoga County. We serve as legal counsel for the County Executive, County Council, and all County departments, agencies, boards, and commissions, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
What We Do:
- Provide Legal Counsel – Advise County leaders and departments on legal matters.
- Contract Oversight – Draft, review, and negotiate agreements to protect the County’s interests.
- Legal Representation – Defend and advocate for the County in court, administrative proceedings, arbitrations and hearings.
- Regulatory Compliance – Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal laws.
- Labor Negotiations – Negotiate, draft and administer collective bargaining agreements on behalf of the County.
- Government Transparency – Uphold accountability and ethical governance.
We are committed to excellence, integrity, and public service. Explore our site to learn more about our work and the dedicated team behind it.
Contact the Department
Call: 216-698-6464
2079 East 9th Street
Cleveland, OH 44115
Need Personal Legal Advice?
The Law Department is not permitted to give personal legal advice. If you need legal assistance and cannot afford private attorneys, please contact:
Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBAs)
FOR INTERNAL AND PUBLIC USE
CBAs are contracts between the county and the respective unions that establish the terms and conditions of employment.
Current CBA database:
Public Records Request
FOR PUBLIC USE
Cuyahoga County Code and Ohio Revised Code gives the public the right to make requests for public records, known as "Sunshine Laws"
- Make a Public Records Request
- Public Records County CodeSection 106.04: I – Public Records Policy
- Records Retention Schedule
- See Public Records Managers' Contact List
Human Rights Commission
FOR INTERNAL AND PUBLIC USE
The HRC ensures equal opportunity and treatment for county citizens. Discrimination complaints go through an administrative hearing, a neutral process that the HRC oversees, to enforce the County’s Anti-Discrimination Ordinance.
Learn MoreRelated Resources and Information
- Charter of Cuyahoga County
- Community Outreach
- Cuyahoga County Code
- Executive Orders
- Collective Bargaining Agreements
- Oath/Affirmation of Office Form
- Open positions and externships
