About Joseph William Shea III

Joe is a dominant trial attorney in the Midwest, known for taking on high-stakes medical malpractice cases—and winning results others won’t pursue. Over decades of practice, he has secured record-setting verdicts, including $8.3 million in Hamilton County, $6.5 million in Butler County, and $5.4 million in federal court in Kentucky. In multiple cases, other firms declined representation—Joe stepped in and delivered.He builds every case for trial, applying pressure that drives substantial settlements and verdicts for families facing life-altering injury and loss. His reputation for results has also led to appointments as Special Counsel to the Ohio Attorney General, where he is brought in to lead complex litigation on behalf of the State. In that role, he has recovered millions in just a handful of cases.Joe’s performance has earned consistent top-tier recognition, including repeat honors in Best Lawyers in America for Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice, Ohio Super Lawyers Top 50 Cincinnati/Top 100 Ohio, and “Leading Lawyer” by Cincy Magazine. He is also a recipient of the Ritter Award from the Ohio State Bar Association—an honor given annually to a single attorney for exceptional professionalism, ethics, and impact on the legal profession.Joe’s approach is simple: take on the toughest cases, outwork the opposition, and deliver results when it matters most.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury 8
    • Automobile Accidents
    • Motorcycle Accidents
    • Trucking Accidents
    • Nursing Home Litigation
    • Slip and Fall
    • Dog Bites
    • Head and Spinal Injuries
    • Wrongful Death
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Construction Law 1
    • Construction Accidents
  • Premises Liability
  • Assault
  • Domestic Violence
  • Criminal Law 7
    • Drug Crimes
    • Expungements
    • Federal Criminal Law
    • Homicide
    • Juvenile Law
    • DUI/DWI
    • Sex Crimes
  • White Collar Crime
  • Other 10
    • Criminal Defense
    • Pedestrian Accidents
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Amputation Accidents
    • Back Injuries
    • Burglary
    • Criminal Appeals
    • Embezzlement
    • Gun Charges
    • OVI

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
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    MasterCard
    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Attorney
    Firm Name
    Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1974, Ohio
    1999, Kentucky
    1975, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
    2000, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
    1979, U.S. Court of Appeals, 6th Circuit
    2023, U.S. Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit
    1984, U.S. Supreme Court
    Memberships
    Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers (President, 1981-1982)
    American Board of Trial Advocates (Advocate, 1989—, National Board of Directors, 1989—)
    National Board of Trial Advocacy (State Representative, 1990—
    National Bar Examiner, 1984-1987, 1989, 1991, 1994 and 2001)
    International Society of Barristers. American College of Trial Lawyers. American Inns of Court (Emeritus Master, 1985—).
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Northern Kentucky University
    Class of 1974
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Cincinnati
    Class of 1969
    B.A.
    Legal Certifications
    Certified Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy

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12 East Warren StreetLebanon, OH 45036U.S.A.

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  • Wednesday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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  • Friday 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Saturday By appointment
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  • Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?
    Yes, Joseph William Shea, III is admitted to practice in Kentucky and Ohio.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Joseph William Shea, III is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky, United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio and United States Supreme Court.
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    Yes, Joseph William Shea, III has a 5.0 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Joseph William Shea, III offers fixed fees for certain legal services.
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    Yes, Joseph William Shea, III will accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover.