CERIO
LAW
Firm History
The Cerio Law Offices were founded in 1998 by owner and senior partner, Thomas J. Cerio, Esq. We specialize in providing legal services to both corporate and personal clients. Our legal team, with 75 years of combined experience, allows us to offer our clients personalized professional service.
At the Cerio Law Offices, we strongly support our clients’ rights and opportunities, with the utmost respect and understanding of their needs. To the attorneys at Cerio Law Offices, being a successful lawyer goes further than having a knowledge of the law – it includes a strong dedication and support of the clients.
What People Are Saying
“Every time I call the office, they know my name and they know my case. I feel like priority to everyone at Cerio Law.”
— Francine D., Mattydale, NY
“After my second DWI, Tom Cerio saved my marriage, saved my family, and saved my life. I’ll be forever grateful.”
— David F., Manlius, NY
Our Team
Thomas J. Cerio, Esq.
Tom started his career in public service as a law clerk in the Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office and then as an Assistant District Attorney. After serving as a criminal prosecutor, Tom entered the private practice of law in 1998 serving his private clients as well as continuing his commitment to public service as an Onondaga County Assistant County Attorney. Tom previously served as Director of Operations for Project Responsibility, an anti-underage alcohol consumption organization in Onondaga County. He taught business law as an associate professor at Cazenovia College and has been an assistant lecturer for the NYS Magistrates Association.
David W. Herkala, Esq.
David graduated from the of Tulane University Law School in 1997, with a specialty in environmental law. He has a Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University. David has been an attorney for 21 years, with extensive experience in Litigation, Municipal, government regulation, land transfers and Personal Injury Law. He has committed 8 years of his career to public service as an Assistant County Attorney for Onondaga County. He currently heads our litigation department.
Michael D. Root, Esq.
Mike received a B.A. in Government Studies from St. Lawrence University in 2008. He then earned his J.D., Cum Laude, from the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School. Mike has extensive litigation experience in matters dealing in personal injury, medical malpractice, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, insurance defense and general municipal negligence. He currently heads our personal injury litigation department.
Shaun Chase, Esq.
Shaun Chase graduated from the Syracuse University School of Law. He has worked for the Onondaga County District Attorney’s Office, starting as an Assistant District Attorney and working his way up to Chief Assistant District Attorney. Shaun was also appointed a Special Assistant United States Attorney for the Northern District of New York in 2017. He has personally prosecuted and supervised the entire range of criminal cases including A-1 Felony narcotics cases, firearms and dangerous weapons cases up to and including homicide cases. He has championed over 50 homicide cases.
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What People Are Saying
“My uncle told me to call Mike at Cerio Law after my accident, and I’m so glad I did.”
— Nick M., Skaneateles
“I was accused of a crime that I didn’t commit, and Cerio Law made sure my rights were protected.”
— Rebecca S., Syracuse
At the Cerio Law Offices, we strongly support our clients’ rights and opportunities, with the utmost respect and understanding of their needs. Call us now.