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Douglas Hunter
also known as Douglas Stuart Hunter
About Douglas
Biography
Douglas Hunter has been an active trial and workers’ compensation lawyer in Ohio for over 20 years. His practice focuses on helping people injured in accidents or on the job to obtain full compensation for their losses and is deeply driven to help people when they need help the most. Throughout his 20-year career, Doug has successfully resolved hundreds of cases in favor of his clients.
He graduated from University of Toledo (B.S. 1997) and received his legal education at Ohio Northern University College of Law in Ada, Ohio (J.D. 2000). While at Ohio Northern, he was a member of the Law Review and earned the honor of graduating with distinction. After a brief period of representing employers in workers’ compensation disputes with their employees, Doug joined the firm of Hoffman Legal Group, LLC in June, 2001, where he has focused on representing individuals.
Doug has tried civil cases in several Ohio courts, has tried arbitrations and argued before several Ohio appellate courts. He has also represented parties before state and local administrative agencies, including the Industrial Commission of Ohio. He is member of the Ohio State Bar Association, Ohio Association for Justice, and is admitted to practice before all courts of the State of Ohio and the United States District Court, Northern Division of Ohio.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
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Licensed in Ohio for 25 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Nager, Romaine & Schneiberg Co., L.P.A
27730 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH, 44132
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Posted by Bill | February 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Business Development Manager
Doug helped us win a settlement from the BWC. His understanding of the process, court system and BWC was instrumental. He was great to work with, and kept us informed and up to date throughout the process. I highly recommend him
Posted by Kim | April 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Worker's Comp Attorney
I hired Doug back in 2005 to represent me for my work injury and he worked for me until 2021. He was always on the job for me, I never had to call to ask what was going on with the case because he always keep me updated. If I called for any reason he was available or would call me back promptly. I...
Posted by L.M. | February 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Amazing outcome
Mr. Hunter represented me in an automobile accident. He was able to explain everything in terms I could understand and also was willing to listen and answer all my questions. I was highly satisfied with the outcome. I would highly recommend him.
Douglas Hunter's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I've had the opportunity to work/consult with Doug Hunter on several matters. I find him to be extremely professional, ethical and competent in the area of personal injury/workers compensation law. I would not hesitate to recommend him to individuals or potential clients in those areas. In additional, I find Doug Hunter to be hard working and empathetic towards his clients. A true professional."
"I endorse this lawyer. Over the years, I have referred several clients to Doug, including my brother. Doug's expertise and results are what led me to recently co-counsel a case with him that was a mix of personal injury and worker's comp, resulting in a significant, positive result for our client. ;"
"Doug puts his client's needs first and gets results due to his work ethic, integrity, and reputation. Any personal injury, workers compensation or wrongful death claim in northeast Ohio I refer to Doug."
"I endorse Doug Hunter. He and I have worked on several cases together. He's conscientious and caring in the representation of the client. He's knowledgeable in the law and an experienced trial attorney. I look forward to working with him in the future."
"Doug is a skilled and knowledgeable attorney who is well-respected in the legal community by colleagues and adversaries alike. I highly recommend Doug for your legal needs."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Ohio Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Ohio Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Ohio Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2007
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2006
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Attorney, Hoffman Legal Group, LLC
Associations
2002 - Present
Ohio Association for JusticeMember
2000 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
Education
2000
Ohio Northern University - Claude W. Pettit College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
University of Toledo
BS - Bachelor of Science
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My wife just fell at castle skatland in loveland ohio can i sue for med expenses and time off work?
04 Feb 2018
Q&A
Do I have to resign from my job if I settle my worker comp case in the state of Ohio?
21 Jan 2018
Q&A
Can you reverse a workers comp claim,if you settled alredy ? I didnt realize until the end that i can no longer work for them
18 Jan 2018