For over thirty years, I’ve helped clients and class members — recovering over $100 million for them.

I earned my law degree, cum laude, from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. In my senior year, I served as Editor-in-Chief of the Law Review.

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Practice Areas

These are the primary areas in which I handle cases.

Injuries and Wrongful Death

Helping clients who are dealing with catastrophic injury or death requires sensitivity and skill. I’ve handled complex cases involving dangerous machines, faulty safety devices, inadequate maintenance, and hazardous chemicals.

Wages and Overtime Pay

Have you been a victim of wage theft? Learn about common violations, such as working overtime hours without proper pay, improper independent contractor classification, and more.

Pensions and 401(k) Issues

Protect your retirement savings. Learn about potential violations regarding pensions, 401(k) plans, savings plans, and long-term disability plans.

Employment and Termination

Workplace discrimination based on race, religion, national origin, sex, or age violates the law. Discover if you have a case for termination, denial of promotion, sexual harassment, or unpaid bonuses, commissions, or wages.

Class Actions

I’ve secured over $100 million in class member recoveries. The class actions involved wage practices, consumer protection, toxic products, environmental disasters, and retiree pension benefits.

Consumer Fraud

If you were misled about a product or service, you may have a claim for consumer fraud, deceptive advertising, or product liability.
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Every Client Is Important

Every client deserves high-quality legal services. Along the way, I’ve been privileged to litigate novel and influential cases.

  • Class actions for unpaid wages, miscalculated pensions, toxic products, and consumer fraud.
  • Catastrophic injuries caused by dangerous machines and conditions.
  • Trial on behalf of a concentration camp survivor to preserve his parent' diaries of the Holocaust.
  • A landmark case in the Ohio Supreme Court on behalf of a blind woman seeking admission to medical school.
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“I was up against a large Fortune 500 Company, feeling like David versus Goliath. Finally, I found an honest, helpful, conscientious lawyer named Tom Downie. Tom listened closely to my concerns. His knowledgeable, calming explanation of my legal situation helped relieve my fear and stress. Tom worked diligently representing me. He knew how to deal with the company due to his extensive legal background and intelligence. It led to a wonderful outcome. I will always be grateful to Tom for walking me through this ordeal.”

Peggy Longoria

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