Atty. James Norman Kline

Atty. James Norman Kline

James Norman Kline is a lawyer practicing insurance law, litigation, medical malpractice law and 4 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About James Norman Kline at a glance

James Norman Kline is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Ulmer & Berne LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U (1984). Educated at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Michigan (A.B. Economics, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Norman Kline is a lawyer practicing insurance law, litigation, medical malpractice law and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices at Ulmer & Berne LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James Norman Kline's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

James Norman Kline is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Ohio →

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 Norman Kline is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Norman Kline is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Product Liability

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

James Norman Kline is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Norman Kline

Where is James Norman Kline's law office located?
James Norman Kline's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Ulmer & Berne LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Norman Kline handle?
James Norman Kline focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James Norman Kline practiced law?
James Norman Kline has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Norman Kline go to law school?
James Norman Kline earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B. Economics, 1981).
How can I contact James Norman Kline for a consultation?
You can contact James Norman Kline 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 Norman Kline received?
James Norman Kline's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law
- 1984
A.B. Economics
University of Michigan
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U
Admitted: 1984

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