Atty. Thomas Mester

Atty. Thomas Mester

Thomas Mester, senior partner with Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy, graduated from John Carroll University with a bachelor's degree and received his Juris Doctor degree from Case Western Reserve University. Since 2006, he has been selected for inclusion in Ohio Super Lawyers® by Law & Politics Media.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas Mester at a glance

Thomas Mester is a Senior Partner based in Independence, Ohio, practicing at Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy Co., L.P.A.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1969) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Fe (1970). Educated at Alliance Francaise, Paris, France (John Carroll, 1962) and Case Western Reserve University Law School J.D. 1969 Phi Alpha Theta (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Independence, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Mester, senior partner with Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy, graduated from John Carroll University with a bachelor's degree and received his Juris Doctor degree from Case Western Reserve University
  • Since 2006, he has been selected for inclusion in Ohio Super Lawyers® by Law & Politics Media
  • Attorneys selected for inclusion are chosen by their peers and the independent research of Law & Politics Media
  • Those selected represent the top five percent of the attorneys in their state
  • Thomas also has served as a lecturer at Case Western Reserve University teaching a course called "Law & Film
  • Teaching Experience: Case Western Reserve University, Course Co-Instructor, Law in Movies, 2007-2011

Speaker Opportunities

  • Lecturer and writer on examining an expert engineering witness, trial of a flammable fabric case, and preparing for a heavy machinery accident trial for the Ohio Association for Justice
  • Legal commentator on radio show "America's Work Force" sponsored by AFL-CIO

Honors & Awards

Selected for inclusion in the 2006 through 2013 Ohio Super Lawyers® by Law & Politics Media

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Mester's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Thomas Mester is one of 32,842 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Ohio →

Medical Malpractice

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

Thomas Mester is one of 44,425 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Ohio →

Wrongful Death

Thomas Mester is one of 28,053 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.

Thomas Mester is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

Thomas Mester is one of 9,211 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci 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 Independence 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Mester

Where is Thomas Mester's law office located?
Thomas Mester's law practice is located in Independence, Ohio. The firm is Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Mester handle?
Thomas Mester focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, tbi/sci. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Thomas Mester practiced law?
Thomas Mester has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Thomas Mester go to law school?
Thomas Mester earned their education at (John Carroll, 1962); (—).
How can I contact Thomas Mester for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Mester 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 Thomas Mester received?
Thomas Mester's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

John Carroll
Alliance Francaise, Paris, France
- 1962
Case Western Reserve University Law School J.D. 1969 Phi Alpha Theta
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Fe
Admitted: 1970

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