Atty. William Bierce Leahy

Atty. William Bierce Leahy

William Bierce Leahy is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance coverage, products liability and 8 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Shaker Heights Shaker Heights 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About William Bierce Leahy at a glance

William Bierce Leahy is a personal injury, business, construction, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Shaker Heights, Ohio. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, (1968). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1968) and The Ohio State University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Ohio State Bar Association Cleveland Bar Association Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Shaker Heights, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William Bierce Leahy is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance coverage, products liability and 8 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • William practices in Shaker Heights, OH

Practice Areas Explained

William Bierce Leahy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Bierce Leahy 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.

William Bierce Leahy 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.

William Bierce Leahy is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Construction Law

William Bierce Leahy is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Ohio →

Product Liability

William Bierce Leahy 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.

William Bierce Leahy 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 Shaker Heights 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 William Bierce Leahy

Where is William Bierce Leahy's law office located?
William Bierce Leahy's law practice is located in Shaker Heights, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Bierce Leahy handle?
William Bierce Leahy focuses on personal injury, business, construction, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has William Bierce Leahy practiced law?
William Bierce Leahy has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did William Bierce Leahy go to law school?
William Bierce Leahy earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact William Bierce Leahy for a consultation?
You can contact William Bierce Leahy 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 William Bierce Leahy received?
William Bierce Leahy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1968
B.A.
The Ohio State University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third,
Admitted: 1968

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