Atty. Jonathan D. Mester
Jonathan D. Mester focuses his practice on representing victims of medical malpractice, including obstetrical malpractice cases in which the baby suffers severe deficits at birth including Cerebral Palsy and Erb’s Palsy.
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs & More Attorney · Serving Cleveland, OH · 28+ Years Experience
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About Jonathan D. Mester at a Glance
Jonathan D. Mester is a medical malpractice and personal injury attorney based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Ohio, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio and Ohio (1998). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1998) and Syracuse University (BA, 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan D. Mester
- Jonathan D. Mester focuses his practice on representing victims of medical malpractice, including obstetrical malpractice cases in which the baby suffers severe deficits at birth including Cerebral Palsy and Erb’s Palsy
- Jonathan also handles construction accident cases involving serious injury and death
- Jonathan joined Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy in 1998 as an associate and today is the managing partner with the firm, and a member of the firm’s board of directors
- He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Jonathan has also been selected for inclusion in Ohio Super Lawyers® by Law & Politics Media since 2010
- In 2024, Jonathan was included in The Best Lawyers in America publication for both medical malpractice and personal injury litigation
- Jonathan is proud to represent individuals who need assistance in taking on hospitals, corporations, and large insurance companies
- He is most proud of the jury verdicts he has obtained
- Jonathan has obtained multiple jury verdicts more than a million dollars, including the first medical malpractice verdict in several years in Columbus, Ohio on behalf of a four-year-old girl in 2013
- In each of these cases, the wrongdoer offered little or nothing to settle the case, leaving Jonathan’s clients no choice but to take the case to trial
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Jonathan D. Mester's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan D. Mester handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Cleveland.
Medical Malpractice in Cleveland
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Jonathan D. Mester is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Ohio →
Personal Injury in Cleveland
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.
Jonathan D. Mester is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →
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 Jonathan D. Mester
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 Jonathan D. Mester's practice in the field of medical malpractice and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jonathan D. Mester brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio and Ohio, Jonathan D. Mester can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice and personal injury, Jonathan D. Mester 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 Jonathan D. Mester attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jonathan D. Mester Handles in Cleveland
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