Atty. Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur
A Partner in Hahn Loeser’s Litigation Area, Eric B. Levasseur is a commercial litigator and trial attorney who represents clients in business disputes around the country.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Cleveland, OH · 24+ Years Experience
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About Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur at a Glance
Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur is a business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association (2002). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 2002) and Colgate University (B.A., 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate (2026). Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur
- A Partner in Hahn Loeser’s Litigation Area, Eric B. Levasseur is a commercial litigator and trial attorney who represents clients in business disputes around the country
- A trusted advisor and creative advocate, Eric designs strategies that guide his clients from the pre-litigation planning stage through trial and the highest levels of appeal
- In twenty years in practice, Eric has earned a reputation for cutting to the core of disputes to deliver a successful result, whether inside or outside the courtroom
- In addition to his client representation, Eric serves as the Firm’s General Counsel, entrusted to advise management and lawyers on loss prevention and claims-related matters
- In the Litigation Area, Eric represents companies and individuals in state and federal trial and appellate courts, with extensive mediation and arbitration experience
- He represents clients across various industries facing time-sensitive injunctive relief disputes to multiple-week trials
- He is experienced in pre-litigation claim strategy and avoidance, complex contract and business disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims, business tort and negligence claims, fraud, conspiracy and defamation claims and non-compete and employment agreements
- Eric also handles trade secrets, product liability actions, fiduciary and estate litigation, real estate litigation, shareholder and partnership disputes, and judgment execution and recovery
- His breadth of experience has contributed to an in-depth knowledge of insurance coverage and recovery disputes
- As a member of the firm’s Construction Team, Eric represents industry clients in construction disputes and AAA arbitrations
- Eric has worked with clients at every stage of the construction process, helping them to avoid litigation, minimize and allocate risk and resolve disputes as early as possible
- He has handled defective design, installation and material claims, delay claims, payment/change order disputes and public bid disputes
- Well-versed in all aspects of construction litigation and insurance matters, Eric has extensive experience with mechanic’s liens, payment and performance bond claims, and insurance recovery for both public and private projects
- In addition to business disputes, Eric has also represented clients in significant wrongful death and catastrophic personal injury actions
- Eric has also counseled franchisors in more than 40 disputes involving franchise termination, trademark infringement, enforcement of non-competition covenants and defense of vicarious liability claims
- Since starting his practice at Hahn Loeser in 2001, Eric has served in a variety of leadership roles in the Firm, including as Deputy General Counsel, Chair of the Recruiting Committee and as the Firm’s Director of Legal Personnel Relations
- Eric has received numerous accolades through his career
- He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America and maintains an AV-Preeminent rating through Martindale-Hubbell
- He has also been recognized by Chambers USA and Ohio Super Lawyers as a Rising Star
- He is actively engaged in the community, serves on the board of numerous non-profit institutions, and volunteers his time as a youth sports coach
Practice Areas Explained
Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cleveland.
Business & Corporate Law in Cleveland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Cleveland
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →
Estate & Trust Litigation in Cleveland
Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur is one of 19,876 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Litigation in Cleveland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Appellate Practice in Cleveland
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Cleveland
Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cleveland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Cleveland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Cleveland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Cleveland Choose Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur's practice in the field of business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur brings 24+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and estate litigation, Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Cleveland
A Cleveland-based practice means Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric B. "Eric" Levasseur Handles in Cleveland
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