David M. Paris

David M. Paris

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

5.0 (1 reviews)
Cleveland, Ohio
47+ years experience
Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy
Updated:

Contact Information

600 Superior Avenue East, Suite 1200, Cleveland, OH 44114
Login to Contact

Create an account to contact this attorney

Bio

David M. Paris, senior partner at Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy, started with the firm as a law clerk while attending the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. Over the past 40 years, he has appeared in more than 50 jury trials and has represented thousands of injured victims as well as 700,000 consumers in class actions. He has achieved in excess of 50 seven-figure and eight-figure settlements and verdicts for his clients with more than $250 million in total recoveries.Many of the cases he has championed have had a direct impact on the rights of consumers in Ohio. Some of the more notable decisions have been Baughman v. State Farm Mutual Insurance Co., 88 Ohio St. 3d 481 (2000) (establishing important criteria for certification of a consumer class action) and Holeton v. Crouse Cartage Co., 92 Ohio St. 3d 115 (2001) (our client was a companion case which declared Ohio’s workers’ compensation subrogation statute unconstitutional).David has developed an expertise in and has successfully litigated cases involving wrongful death and catastrophic injuries, which have occurred in a variety of circumstances including defective products, medical negligence, construction sites, workplace activities, and trucking accidents.David and his wife of 36 years currently live in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. He’s proud of the close relationships he has with his two daughters—one is an Events Director in Manhattan’s fashion industry, and the other is a partner at Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy. Out of the office, David and his wife enjoy skiing, traveling, and cruising on his motorcycle. David M. Paris, senior partner at Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy, started with the firm as a law clerk while attending the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. Over the past 40 years, he has appeared in more than 50 jury trials and has represented thousands of injured victims as well as 700,000 consumers in class actions. He has achieved in excess of 50 seven-figure and eight-figure settlements and verdicts for his clients with more than $250 million in total recoveries.Many of the cases he has championed have had a direct impact on the rights of consumers in Ohio. Some of the more notable decisions have been Baughman v. State Farm Mutual Insurance Co., 88 Ohio St. 3d 481 (2000) (establishing important criteria for certification of a consumer class action) and Holeton v. Crouse Cartage Co., 92 Ohio St. 3d 115 (2001) (our client was a companion case which declared Ohio’s workers’ compensation subrogation statute unconstitutional).David has developed an expertise in and has successfully litigated cases involving wrongful death and catastrophic injuries, which have occurred in a variety of circumstances including defective products, medical negligence, construction sites, workplace activities, and trucking accidents.David and his wife of 36 years currently live in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. He’s proud of the close relationships he has with his two daughters—one is an Events Director in Manhattan’s fashion industry, and the other is a partner at Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy. Out of the office, David and his wife enjoy skiing, traveling, and cruising on his motorcycle. David M. Paris, senior partner at Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy, started with the firm as a law clerk while attending the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. Over the past 40 years, he has appeared in more than 50 jury trials and has represented thousands of injured victims as well as 700,000 consumers in class actions. He has achieved in excess of 50 seven-figure and eight-figure settlements and verdicts for his clients with more than $250 million in total recoveries. Many of the cases he has championed have had a direct impact on the rights of consumers in Ohio. Crouse Cartage Co., 92 Ohio St. 3d 115 (2001) (our client was a companion case which declared Ohio’s workers’ compensation subrogation statute unconstitutional). David has developed an expertise in and has successfully litigated cases involving wrongful death and catastrophic injuries, which have occurred in a variety of circumstances including defective products, medical negligence, construction sites, workplace activities, and trucking accidents. David and his wife of 36 years currently live in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. He’s proud of the close relationships he has with his two daughters—one is an Events Director in Manhattan’s fashion industry, and the other is a partner at Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy. Out of the office, David and his wife enjoy skiing, traveling, and cruising on his motorcycle.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Cleveland (2017)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Cleveland (2015)
  • Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation
  • U.S. News & World Report Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms, Lawyer of the Year – Plaintiff’s Personal Injury Litigation, Cleveland, 2015
  • U.S. News & World Report, Best Lawyers, 2015
  • Selected for inclusion in the 2008 to 2024 Best Lawyers®
  • CATA Distinguished Service Award, 2009
  • Cleveland State University, Distinguished Alumni Award, 2010
  • Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, Alumni of the Year, 2011
  • Selected for inclusion in the 2005 – 2024 Ohio Super Lawyers® by Law & Politics Media
  • Selected for inclusion in the 2007 – 2024 Top 100 Ohio Super Lawyers by Law & Politics Media
  • Selected for inclusion in 2007 – 2009 and 2012 – 2014, 2024 Top 50 Ohio Super Lawyers in Cleveland by Law & Politics Media
  • Selected for inclusion in the 2013 Top 10 Ohio Super Lawyers
  • Selected for inclusion in the 2013 Top 5 Cleveland area Super Lawyers
  • Martindale-Hubbell® Client Distinction Award recipient, 2013

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008

Education

  • Cleveland State University, J.D., graduated 1978
  • The Ohio State University, BS, graduated 1974

Connect

Reviews

E

Eric Torres

2 weeks ago

A Lifeline After a Devastating Truck Accident

After a severe accident involving a commercial truck left me with significant injuries and facing a complex insurance battle, I was referred to David Paris. From our first meeting, his 47 years of experience were evident. He didn't just see a case file; he understood the profound impact on my family's life. His deep knowledge of Ohio personal injury law, honed over four decades at Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy, was our greatest asset. He meticulously explained the process, from the initial investigation through to settlement negotiations, demystifying every step. His firm's reputation and his own recognition as a 'Lawyer of the Year' clearly commanded respect from the opposing counsel, which I believe was pivotal in securing a settlement that far exceeded our initial expectations. David combines the strategic mind of a seasoned litigator with genuine compassion. He and his team were consistently responsive, treating us with dignity during a very difficult time. I am profoundly grateful for his exceptional guidance and the outstanding result he achieved.

Write a Review

Please login to leave a review for this attorney.

Login to Review

Don't have an account? Create one

Related Attorneys

Douglas E. Graff

Douglas E. Graff

Administrative Law

Columbus, OH
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile
Subodh Chandra

Subodh Chandra

Civil Rights

Columbus, OH
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile
Austin P. Smith

Austin P. Smith

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Houston, TX
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile
Colleen M. Quinn

Colleen M. Quinn

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Fort Worth, VA
5.0 (1 reviews)
View Profile