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John T. Plecnik is an Associate Professor of Law and Director of the MLS Program at Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, Cleveland State University, teaching Tax I, Tax Procedure, Penalties & Crimes, Wealth Transfer Tax, and Estates & Trusts. Previously, he taught at North Carolina Central University and Georgetown University Law Center.
His educational background includes:
- B.A., summa cum laude, in Accounting with minor in Mythology from Belmont Abbey College (co-valedictorian)
- J.D., cum laude, from Duke University School of Law
- LL.M. in Taxation from New York University School of Law
- Certificate in Business Excellence from Columbia University Graduate School of Business
- Graduate of Ohio State University Public Leadership Academy
Professor Plecnik's internationally recognized scholarship focuses on taxation-public policy intersections, with research cited by the Congressional Research Service, U.S. District Court for New Mexico, and Supreme Court of the United States. His expertise spans tax law, estate planning, and tax enforcement mechanisms.
His scientific awards include:
- Bilateral Grant from Slovenia's Public Research Agency (awarded twice)
- Duke University's Faculty Award for Outstanding Achievement in Taxation & Estate Planning
Professor Plecnik received teaching honors including "Professor of the Year" (2012, 2017) and Cleveland State University's Golden Apple Award. He concurrently serves as Lake County Commissioner of Ohio, sworn in February 11, 2021, overseeing county budget and administrative policy.
