Kathleen J. St. John, Personal Injury Attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
Cleveland, OH
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Kathleen J. St. John is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Personal Injury.
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- Handles Personal Injury matters from Cleveland, OHIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Kathleen J. St. John: Kathleen J. St. John is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Personal Injury.
Areas of practice
Kathleen's practice areas in Cleveland
Kathleen concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kathleen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Cleveland, Ohio
Kathleen takes personal injury matters in Cleveland, Ohio. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kathleen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kathleen J. St. John, personal injury attorney serving Cleveland
Kathleen J. St. John is an attorney based in Cleveland, OHIO. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Kathleen works from Cleveland, Ohio and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Kathleen J. St. John brings more than 30 years’ experience to Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy. A vital part of our legal team, Kathleen is the head of the firm’s Appellate Department; and has been a partner of this firm since 2001. Focusing her practice on Appellate Law, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, and Medical Malpractice Law, Class Actions, and Complex Tort Litigation.
“In working on any case, I focus on three things: the quality of the briefing, the integrity of the legal arguments, and a successful recovery for our clients.”
In 1982, Kathleen earned her Juris Doctor from Cleveland State University, Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, graduating cum laude. After law school, she was a former Judicial Law Clerk in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, Judge Alvin I. Krenzler.
For the past 18 years, Kathleen has been selected to Ohio Super Lawyers for Appellate Law. She has also been included in The Best Lawyer in America ® for Personal Injury since 2017.
Kathleen is a past president of the Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys (CATA). She was instrumental in the revival of the CATA News magazine, a biannual scholarly and informational legal publication, and has been its Editor-in-Chief of the CATA News for the past ten years. Kathleen has written numerous articles for legal publications, including the CATA News, Ohio Trial, and the Ohio Association for Justice (OAJ) Quarterly. Also has been a frequent lecturer and panel member, including for The Supreme Court of Ohio Judicial College, the OAJ, and The Judicial Conference of the Eight Judicial District.
Taking particular interest in the academic success of young adults, she has acted as a volunteer judge for the Ohio High School Mock Trial program sponsored by the Ohio Center for Law Related Education. She also has volunteered in the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association’s 3Rs program teaching constitutional law to tenth grade students in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. Kathleen was formerly a volunteer instructor in both adult literacy and English as a second language (ESL) programs sponsored by Project Learn.
Kathleen's approach to personal injury cases
Kathleen J. St. John brings more than 30 years’ experience to Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy. A vital part of our legal team, Kathleen is the head of the firm’s Appellate Department; and has been a partner of this firm since 2001. Focusing her practice on Appellate Law, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, and Medical Malpractice Law, Class Actions, and Complex Tort Litigation. “In working on…
Clients Kathleen works with
Kathleen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Cleveland and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kathleen studied and practices
Cleveland State University
J.D. · 1982
Ohio University
BA · 1979
Jurisdictions
Kathleen's state bar admissions
Ohio, The State Bar
ACTIVE
Kathleen studied at J.D. in Cleveland State University and BA in Ohio University.
Law school and academic background
Kathleen completed J.D. in Cleveland State University and BA in Ohio University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kathleen runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Kathleen's legal honors and published work
Kathleen has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Inclusion, Appellate Practice,
2026
Best Lawyers in America — CATA President’s Award for Outstanding Service,
2026
Best Lawyers in America — U.S. News & World Report, Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms, Cleveland,
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Inclusion, Appellate Practice, (2026). Best Lawyers in America — CATA President’s Award for Outstanding Service, (2026).
Locations
Kathleen J. St. John's office in Cleveland
Kathleen's primary office is at 600 Superior Avenue East, Suite 1200, Cleveland, Ohio, 44114. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kathleen J. St. John — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kathleen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kathleen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathleen's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kathleen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Cleveland, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kathleen
Kathleen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kathleen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kathleen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kathleen J. St. John
How much does it cost to hire Kathleen for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kathleen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kathleen offer a free consultation?
Kathleen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kathleen's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Kathleen's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kathleen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kathleen take my case if I'm outside Cleveland?
Kathleen is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kathleen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kathleen?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kathleen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kathleen accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Kathleen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati in Ohio
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