J. NORMAN STARK, Attorney-at-Law (OH Bar)
Registered Architect ( A.I.A. NCARB)
Registered Landscape Architect (OH)
Interior Architectural Designer
Arbitrator, Mediator, Construction Consultant and Expert Witness.
More than 35 years of professional service. Successfully litigated more than 100 trials in State and Federal Courts. Wrongful death verdict in excess of $1,000,000.00. Settled another for $750,000.00. Expert witness in State and Federal Courts. Member of the Ohio Board of Building Standards from 1997 to 2001. He is in active law practice in Cleveland, Ohio.
Background
Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:A:
J. NORMAN STARK , Attorney-at-Law
& Registered Architect (A.I.A., NCARB)
The Stark Building · 1310 East 49th Street · 2nd Flr. ·
Cleveland, Ohio 44114-3803 U.S.A.
· (216) 426--8400 · FAX (216) 426-8411
Email: www.Normstark@aol.com
In Florida: 6500 Midnight Pass Road, #105 · Sarasota, FL 34242 USA·
· (941) 349-2061· Email: www.Normstark@aol.com
ABOUT THE ATTORNEY / REGISTERED ARCHITECT :
J. NORMAN STARK, is an Attorney-at-Law, a Registered Architect, (AIA, NCARB) Registered Landscape Architect (OH), Graduate Interior Designer, Planner, and Senior Appraiser (ASA). He is a personable, energetic speaker and informed instructor.
A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design (BFA), Kent State University School of Architecture (B. Architecture) and Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, Cleveland State University (Juris Doctor), Mr. Stark is the author of LEGAL ACTION© and CONSTRUCTION LAW BRIEF©. He is also the co-author of CONSTRUCTION CLAIMS INVESTIGATION WORKLIST© which has been well received in the United States, Canada, and abroad. He has also taught and lectured at Cleveland State University, and at numerous state and national conventions and seminars. A contributing editor to national publications of construction, profession, trade and specialty features, he is also the co-author or numerous articles in various national and international publications. Recently, he authors and publishes monthly CONSTRUCTION LAWLETTERÓ, BUSINESS LAWLETTERÓ, REAL ESTATE LAWLETTERÓ, and PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION WORKSÓ newsletters on current developments in construction, the construction-related professions, and the law.
Mr. Stark is the co-author and Attorney-commentator of "On the Dotted Line - - - - -a Capsule Look at Law " ©, previously featured daily, for three years, on Radio Station WCLV-FM 95.5; M.C.D. Stark, co-author, Producer and Director. He is a Corporate Member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Architects Society of Ohio (ASO), Professional Member of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI), and Senior Member, American Society of Appraisers (ASA). He is an active member of ABC, Cleveland Chapter. He holds current professional registration as a Registered Architect in Ohio, and nationally, with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). Appointed by former Ohio Governor, now Senator George V. Voinovich, Mr. Stark served as a Member of the Ohio Board of Building Standards from 1997 to 2001.
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ABOUT THE ARBITRATOR, MEDIATOR, AUTHOR / SEMINAR SPEAKER: (Cont’d.)
Mr. Stark has served as Chairperson of AAA Arbitration Panels, and as Arbitrator in Court-Appointed Arbitration, and as a Mediator in Court-Ordered Mediation proceedings. He has also testified as an expert witness for the State of Ohio, and for individuals, counsel, and business entities in construction-related matters. He has served as Counsel to general contractors and subcontractors.
With a professional and personal interest in environmental law, Mr. Stark is also the inventor and holder of two U.S. Patents, one Canadian Patent and one in Mexico. He is the current holder of exclusive U.S. Trademark registration for METLCAPâ, technology for the environmental treatment and remediation of the eight hazardous RCRA metals wastes.
A Member of the American Bar Association (ABA), Cleveland and Cuyahoga County Bar Associations, Mr. Stark has been an active Member of the Ohio Association of Trial Lawyers (OATL) and ABA Forum on the Construction Industry. He is engaged in active construction, business, and the professional practice of law, commuting frequently between his home and office in Sarasota, FL to his principal office in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
A: No
Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
A: 20 or more, recently
Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
A: Attorney, Architect, Interior Designer, Furniture Designer, Intellectual Property - Architect Design Documents, Wrongful Death, Construction Site Personal Injuries, Scaffolding, ladders, safety, cranes.
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
A: 75%
Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
A: 25%
Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
A: 5-10
Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
A: Several months ago.
Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
A: 2-3
Q: On how many occasions have you testified as an expert in court or before an arbitrator?
A: 2-3
Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
A: 25-30 years
Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
A: $250.00/hr. I will review construction documents which include construction project drawings and specifications, Building Permits, Building Records, bulletins, addenda, contracts, subcontracts, correspondence, project administration records, Applications for Payment, Certificates for Payment, photographs, videos, witness statements, and pleadings, for a basic retainer fee of $3,500.00. This fee also includes my professional opinion letter with references to building standards, codes, products, and regulations applicable, including any pertinent, controlling case law opinions you provide.
Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
A: $250.00/hr.
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
A: $350.00/hr.
Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
A: $350.00/hr. My hourly rate for depositions, testimony and appearance is $350.00 per hr. or fraction, plus out-of-pocket expenses for travel, hotel, meals, etc. These are generally paid by Defense Counsel, in advance.
Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
A: My hourly rate for depositions, testimony and appearance is $350.00 per hr. or fraction, plus out-of-pocket expenses for travel, hotel, meals, etc. These are generally paid by Defense Counsel, in advance.
