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Homicide / Death Penalty

Cleveland, Ohio, Capital Murder Attorney Harvey B. Bruner

Defense of homicide cases requires bold lawyering and nerves of steel. I am known for my aggressive representation of suspects even in the most challenging murder cases—including cases where the death penalty is a real possibility.

Contact me to schedule a consultation if you or a loved one has been charged with capital murder, attempted murder, or any variety of homicide or manslaughter, including vehicular manslaughter with DUI complications. No matter how much public sentiment is amassed against my client, I stay focused and determined to hold prosecutors to the only acceptable standard in criminal law: proof beyond all shadow of a doubt.

A Rare Breed

In the Cleveland, Ohio, area where I practice criminal law, there are few lawyers who do as much federal and state defense work as I do. My years of experience and my in-depth familiarity with local law enforcement, prosecutors, and help me effectively represent clients who have been charged with capital murder or any other classification of homicide.

There Are No Shortcuts to an Aggressive Defense

My approach to homicide defense never involves shortcuts or preconceived notions. I communicate closely with investigators, defendants, witnesses, law enforcement, and prosecutors in pursuit of the truth about the alleged crime and about the arrest.

In the early stages of a capital murder case, I sit alone with all the evidence and apply my analytical skills to the development of the strongest possible defense on behalf of my client. Investigators who work for me obtain DNA evidence if necessary. Law clerks and paralegals assist me with the details of the case, but the hard thinking that goes into the preparation of an aggressive defense is ultimately mine.

I Am a Tough Trial Attorney

When it comes time for a trial, my photographic memory serves me well. My clients' rights and welfare are protected as I respond intelligently to any surprise that may come up in a capital murder or any other type of homicide trial.

Choose Your Capital Murder Defense Lawyer Carefully

If you or a family member has been charged with capital murder, homicide, or manslaughter, your choice of an attorney may be the most important decision you will ever make. There is no room for error or second-guessing. Talk to me and hear how I will protect your rights, fight for your freedom, and work tirelessly for the most favorable outcome attainable in light of the facts, the law, and the circumstances of your arrest.


Have You Been Arrested? Call 216-566-9477 Today!

Office Location

55 Public Square, Suite 1600
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Telephone: 216-566-9477
Fax: 216-696-7047


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I, Harvey B. Bruner, attorney at law, represent people who have been charged with criminal offenses throughout the Cleveland, Ohio, area and beyond, in communities such as Akron, Medina, Painesville, Lorain, Parma, and Mentor; and in counties including Cuyahoga County, Geauga County, Lake County, Loraine County, Summit County, Portage County, Medina County, and Ashtabula County.