Richard C.O. Rezie
About Richard C.O. Rezie
Richard C.O. Rezie serves as a Partner and Appellate Practice Group Manager at Gallagher Sharp, where he has worked since 2001. He specializes in defending insurance carriers and has extensive experience in toxic tort and environmental coverage claims.
Work at Gallagher Sharp LLP
Richard C.O. Rezie has served as a Partner and Appellate Practice Group Manager at Gallagher Sharp LLP since 2001. Over his 23 years with the firm, he has established a strong presence in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio area. His role involves overseeing the Appellate Practice Group, where he provides strategic guidance and legal expertise in appellate matters.
Education and Expertise
Richard Rezie earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree, magna cum laude, from Case Western Reserve University School of Law, where he studied from 1996 to 1999. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History from the State University of New York College at Oneonta, completed from 1993 to 1996. Additionally, he participated in a program at Harvard University’s Ukrainian Research Institute in 1995. His educational background supports his extensive experience in toxic tort and environmental coverage claims.
Background
Richard Rezie's legal career has been marked by a focus on defending insurance carriers against claims of bad faith, unfair claims practices, and breach of contract. He is actively involved in both pre-trial and post-trial proceedings at state and federal levels, demonstrating his comprehensive understanding of the legal process.
Achievements
Richard Rezie has successfully assisted clients in obtaining seven-figure recoveries, highlighting his effectiveness in legal representation. He authored an article on Ohio's Savings Statute, R.C. 2305.19, which discusses its various applications under specific circumstances. His recognition in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers® for Insurance Law further underscores his professional standing in the legal community.