$ 350-450 per hour
John Marshall Alton
also known as John Alton
About John
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Medical Malpractice
60%
48 years | 500 cases
Personal Injury
20%
48 years | 1,000 cases
Wrongful Death
20%
48 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Ohio for 48 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
Location
John M Alton Co., LPA
681 South Front Street, Columbus, OH, 43206
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Posted by John | June 14, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Nightmare
I called this train wreck about possible representation. He was so disgustingly rude that I was actually shocked. Give him a call for fun just to see what I’m talking about. You’ll understand within 30 seconds. One of those people who overcompensate for poor social skills by convincing himself he’s a...
John Marshall Alton's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend Mr. Alton for all types of personal injury claims. He is a highly respected attorney in the community."
"John has extensive courtroom experience, and in-depth knowledge of medical and legal issues. He is careful in evaluating his cases and, as a result, he secures fair and substantial settlements. He is a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John for over 30 years and I know him to be one of the outstanding lawyers I have had the pleasure to come in contact with. His honesty, integrity, and communication skills are outstanding."
"I fully endorse this lawyer. John is highly regarded in the legal community for his legal knowledge, skill, and ability. John always maximizes the potential results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. John Alton is an exceptional trial attorney who understands how to win a personal injury case. I would not hesitate to refer any personal injury client to John."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Alton is one of the top attorneys in his field. If you have an injury claim, I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is one of the most competent, well-prepared and compassionate lawyers you'll ever meet. I trust John enough that I have referred medical malpractice cases to him. Top-notch."
"I know John Alton well because of his legal work in the community and have had the pleasure of working directly with him on occasion. Mr. Alton is a dedicated proponent of the rights of the injured and is one of the most knowledgeable and skilled trial lawyers in our community. I would not hesitate to refer a matter to Mr. Alton and would highly recommend him."
"John is an excellent lawyer. Although we practice in different fields, I have never hesitated to refer outside matters to him."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Louisville Slugger Award, Central Ohio Association for Justice
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Owner, John M. Alton Co., LPA
1977 - 1994
Partner, Lane Alton Horst LLC
Associations
2000 - Present
American College of Trial LawyersFellow
1996 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocatesMember
1994 - Present
Central Ohio Association for JusticeMember
1994 - Present
Ohio Association for JusticeMember
1994 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1977 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
1997 - 1999
Columbus Bar AssociationEthics Committee
Education
1977
Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
Duke University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
1996
Daily Reporter
"Contingent Fee Agreements Clarified,"
1996
Ohio Trial Magazine,
"Ohio Evidence Rule 702-Beware,"
1991
National Business Institute Seminar
Personal Injury Litigation Practice in Ohio
1988
National Business Institute Seminar
Personal Injury Litigation Practice in Ohio
1978
Columbus Bar Association
"Attorney Malpractice in Franklin County, Ohio,"