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John Fitch is a top-rated Ohio personal injury lawyer and the principal and founder of The Fitch Law Firm with over 35+ years of experience handling all types of personal injury cases ranging from car and truck accidents, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, traumatic brain injury, product liability, medical malpractice and more. John Fitch Fitch is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer review rating possible and has been awarded a 10/10 Superb Rating by independent attorney review organization AVVO.
John Fitch is licensed to practice law in the state of Ohio and obtained his law degree from the University of Dayton Law School. John Fitch is a past president of the Franklin County Trial Lawyers’ Association. He has also been active in a number of other bar associations, including the Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America.
Over the years John Fitch has helped many individuals and families recover significant settlements and awards, including many recoveries in excess of one million dollars.
On November 20, 2019, Mr. Fitch obtained a verdict of $134 Million Dollars* on behalf of Amanda Brandt, who at age 11 and 12, was sexually abused by Roy Pompa, one of Ohio’s most notorious sexual predators. The verdict, rendered by a Cuyahoga County jury, is believed to be one of the largest personal injury verdicts in Ohio’s history.
John is also licensed in Washington, D.C., and is currently active in Georgia.
He is the proud parent of two wonderful boys, Charles and John.
Ohio's personal injury law firm. Put 30+ years of experience on your side.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
30%
Personal Injury
30%
Defective and Dangerous Products
20%
Medical Malpractice
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-40%
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 6 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 10 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Ohio for 46 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 8 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
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John Keith Fitch's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 23 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Joshua | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great experience with a good attorney
Excellent experience with this attorney. Very helpful and caring. He and his staff fought hard for our family to win our case. I definantly recommend his service for your legal needs.
Posted by Roseline | January 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome experience
We hired Mr Fitch for an auto accident case and our experience with him has given me a new mindset about lawyers. His firm has outstanding customer service, I have always received phone calls in a timely manner. He and his staff have been very understanding and empathetic about our case. He has gone ...
Posted by Kensie | January 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
My Favorite Attorney
They were so helpful, fair & patient with me!! I was in an auto accident about a year ago. I would definitely recommend going to Fitch Law Firm!!
Posted by TERENCE | December 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Automobile Accident
We hired Mr Fitch for our automobile accident case. The Fitch Law Firm and associates were very caring and guided us through every step. Gave us advice, responded to every email and request in a timely manner (Becky and Kristin at the office are prompt will response). Thanks for everything.
Posted by Dan | December 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great service
John was very thorough and diligent while pursuing my case.
John Keith Fitch's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. I know John professionally. I find his work ethic and legal knowledge to be unsurpassed, however I am most impressed with his interest and understanding of his clients. Fantastic ADVOCATE!"
"John is an excellent attorney with a track record of success. He has integrity, treats clients with dignity and respect, and has earned the respect of his adversaries and judges. I highly recommend him!"
"John embodies what it means to be a zealous advocate on behalf of the underrepresented. He has extensive personal injury trial experience and in fact is one of a select group of attorneys that has argued their case before the Ohio Supreme Court. John is highly skilled, yet down to earth and easy to talk to."
"I have referred clients to John and would not hesitate to do so again. John is a true advocate for his clients and dedicated to their individual cases. I would highly recommend him to any individual seeking representation in a personal injury matter."
"John is a very seasoned trial lawyer who brings great skills and outstanding advocacy to fight for his clients. He is caring and compassionate about this cases and his clients. With his dedication and perseverance you can be confident John can handle any personal injury case with great results."
"John is knowledgeable, hard working and caring. I would not hesitate to refer any personal injury case to John with full confidence."
"As an attorney who has referred John Fitch injury cases for several years, I have been very pleased with the results he has obtained for these clients, including two jury verdicts of several million dollars. He is very experienced in the field of personal injury and I do not hesitate in giving him the highest recommendation. Dave F."
Gregory Herrman
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Client's Choice, Avvo
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2016
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate Award, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Million Dollar Advocate Award, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Work Experience
1980 - Present
Founder & Managing Attorney, The Fitch Law Firm
2002 - 2004
Associate Attorney, Wolske & Barclay
1979 - 1980
Associate Attorney, Miller, Searl & Fitch
Associations
2015 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2003 - Present
American Association for JusticeStalwart
1983 - Present
Ohio Association for JusticeMember
1983 - Present
Columbus Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
Ohio State Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1983 - Present
Central Ohio Association for JusticeMember
1995 - 1996
Central Ohio Association for JusticePresident
1992 - 2002
Ohio Association for JusticeBoard of Trustees
Sample of Legal Cases
$6 Million Product Liability
$6 Million (judgment plus interest)
$3.15 Million Premises Liability
$3.15 Million
$2.65 Million Medical Malpractice
$2.65 Million
$1.75 Million Construction Accident
$1.75 Million
$1.45 Million Car Accident
$1.45 Million
Education
1979
University of Dayton Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
Ohio State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys CLE
Sexual Abuse
1998
Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers CLE
Closing Arguments
1992
Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers CLE
Investigative Techniques
Publications
2022
The Columbus Dispatch
Child rape survivor challenges Ohio law that struck $20 million off a jury award
2020
2011
The Fitch Law Firm
Ohio Guide Book For Auto Accident Victims
1999
Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers CLE
Product Liability
1995
Columbus Bar Association CLE
Personal Injury Litigation
Languages
English