Timothy Lawrence Van Eman
also known as Tim Van Eman
About Timothy
Biography
I represent people who have been harmed physically or financially. That is all I do and all I have ever done in my 31 years of representing people in Ohio, Michigan and throughout the country. Our firm has obtained numerous multi-million dollar results and we have earned the respect of our profession and clients. We pledge to build on this reputation every day, with every case.
Defendants are backed by powerful corporations and insurance companies. Our law firm has the resources necessary to level the playing field in all areas of personal injury and professional negligence. We commit the necessary time, money and experience to get our clients the best results possible.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
45 years
45 years
45 years
45 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-40%
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Licensed in Michigan for 43 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 44 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Lamkin, Van Eman, Trimble & Dougherty, LLC
500 S. Front St., Suite 200, Columbus, OH, 43215
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Timothy Lawrence Van Eman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have opposed Tim on several cases in the past. He is one of the top plaintiff counsel in our field of practice and is an excellent litigator. I look forward to working with him in the future."
"I endorse Timothy. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tim for over 30 years and know him to be one of the top civil litigators. Honest and very hard working."
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"Mr. Van Eman is simply an exceptional attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. I am a former judge, former magistrate, former prosecutor, and an attorney with 24 years of experience. I still learn from his answers on Avvo on a daily basis and I am constantly impressed."
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"Mr. Van Eman has outstanding professional credentials, and I would gladly refer a client in need of representation in the Columbus area to him."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Van Eman is one of the finest attorneys in his state. He is a strong and zealous advoate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services."
"Great attorney. Highly regarded throughout the nation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tim for over 30 years. He has consistently aggressively and effectively pursued his client's interests and is an effective and persuasive trial lawyer. Tim is the attorney I would retain if I had a personal injury claim."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Van Eman is highly regarded in the legal community. I am familiar with his work by reading his results, speaking with fellow attorneys and lay persons in the community. I would not hesitate to hire him if I was in need of a lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim Van Eman is the first lawyer to whom I would refer a personal injury or medical mapractice case. He is an outstanding lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2013
2013 Ohio Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Highest Peer Review Rating of "AV", Martindale-Hubbell
2012
2012 Ohio Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Board Certified Civil Pretrial Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2012
Highest Peer Review Rating of "AV", Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2011
Highest Peer Review Rating of "AV", Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Highest Peer Review Rating of "AV", Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Highest Peer Review Rating of "AV" - 1996 - 2009, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1981 - Present
Partner, Lamkin, Van Eman, Trimble & Dougherty, LLC
Associations
2005 - Present
Public Investors Arbitration Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)Arbitrator
1981 - Present
Ohio Association for JusticeMember
1981 - Present
Columbus Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
$130,000
$1,000,050
$2,000,000
The Ohio Supreme Court allowed individuals who raised child but were not her parents recover for her wrongful death.
$986,000 verdict
$700,000 verdict
$775,000
$800,000
$4,400,000
$6,700,000
Education
1981
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Personal Injury, Insurance, Case Law
Publications
N/A
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
How can I appeal a judge's decision to dismiss my personal injury case against an insurance company for improper service?
13 Mar 2014
I live in Ohio. Can I sue an uninsured driver for damages that may exceed any settlement with my insurance company?
03 Jun 2013
Do I need to wait for autopsy results before consulting with an attorney about wrongful death/medical negligence case?
17 Dec 2012