Atty. James A. Lowe

Atty. James A. Lowe

James is a nationally recognized trial lawyer in products liability, automobile product safety, and other complex cases. He is the author of multiple texts and treatises and frequent national and international lecturer on products liability and motor vehicle defect cases.

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About James A. Lowe at a glance

James A. Lowe is a personal injury and product liability attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Lowe Trial Lawyers. Educated at Cleveland State University (J.D., 1972) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James is a nationally recognized trial lawyer in products liability, automobile product safety, and other complex cases
  • He is the author of multiple texts and treatises and frequent national and international lecturer on products liability and motor vehicle defect cases
  • He has successfully tried cases in state and federal courts throughout the country, resulting in numerous million-dollar verdicts and has recovered tens of millions of dollars for his clients
  • Most recently, along with his partner Dennis Mulvihill and David White of West Palm Beach, FL, James won a verdict against Ford Motor Company in the amount of $10,375,000 on behalf of a woman who had been rendered quadriplegic following the collapse of her seat when her Ford Explorer was struck from behind and she was thrown out of her seatbelt and into the back seat
  • James has been honored by being listed, Best Lawyers in America - every edition since 1993, and has been honored as a Fellow of both the International Society of Barristers and the American College of Trial Lawyers
  • He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, Master Bencher Emeritus, American Inns of Court, President's Club, Association of Trial Lawyers of America Board Certified - Civil Trial Advocacy - National Board of Trial Advocacy
  • He was Past President, Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys and Past Chair, ATLA Products Liability Section

Practice Areas Explained

James A. Lowe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. Lowe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James A. Lowe is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Product Liability

James A. Lowe is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James A. Lowe

Where is James A. Lowe's law office located?
James A. Lowe's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Lowe Trial Lawyers. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. Lowe handle?
James A. Lowe focuses on personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
Where did James A. Lowe go to law school?
James A. Lowe earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact James A. Lowe for a consultation?
You can contact James A. Lowe directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James A. Lowe received?
James A. Lowe's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Catastrophic Injury; Best Lawyers in America — Closely-Held Businesses.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland State University
- 1972
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1967

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Catastrophic Injury
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Closely-Held Businesses
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Crashworthiness
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Motor Vehicle Design
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trial Superstars - Cleveland Bar Association
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — SuperLawyers - Ohio
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (Cleveland)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (Cleveland)
- 2014
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (Cleveland)
- 2012
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation (Cleveland)
- 2010

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