Atty. Mr James Ray Matthews

Atty. Mr James Ray Matthews

Mr James Ray Matthews is a lawyer practicing appellate law, arbitration and mediation, commercial and securities litigation and 11 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

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Profile Summary

About Mr James Ray Matthews at a glance

Mr James Ray Matthews is a Member based in Cincinnati, Ohio, practicing at Keating Muething & Klekamp PLL. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1985) and Ohio (1990). Educated at University of Cincinnati College of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Cincinnati (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Cincinnati, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr James Ray Matthews is a lawyer practicing appellate law, arbitration and mediation, commercial and securities litigation and 11 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James practices at Keating Muething & Klekamp PLL in Cincinnati, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Mr James Ray Matthews's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mr James Ray Matthews 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.

Mr James Ray Matthews is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Ohio →

Wrongful Death

Mr James Ray Matthews is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.

Mr James Ray Matthews is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Mr James Ray Matthews is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Mr James Ray Matthews is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Cincinnati 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 Mr James Ray Matthews

Where is Mr James Ray Matthews's law office located?
Mr James Ray Matthews's law practice is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The firm is Keating Muething & Klekamp PLL. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mr James Ray Matthews handle?
Mr James Ray Matthews focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Mr James Ray Matthews practiced law?
Mr James Ray Matthews has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Mr James Ray Matthews go to law school?
Mr James Ray Matthews earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Mr James Ray Matthews for a consultation?
You can contact Mr James Ray Matthews 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 Mr James Ray Matthews received?
Mr James Ray Matthews's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Cincinnati College of Law
- 1985
B.A.
University of Cincinnati
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 1985
Ohio
Admitted: 1990

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