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A Firm Built Around People

The Stuckey Firm was founded in 2018 by Nathan Stuckey with a simple goal: create a personal injury law firm where clients feel seen, heard, and respected, not processed through a system. From the beginning, our focus has been building real relationships, providing clear guidance, and helping people make informed decisions during one of the most stressful seasons of their lives.

We are a client-first firm by design. That means clients work directly with attorneys, receive proactive communication, and get a strategy built around their goals, not a one-size-fits-all approach. At the same time, our attorneys bring serious credibility and leadership across Ohio’s legal community, including three consecutive past presidents of the Ohio Association for Justice.

Whether you were injured in an accident, lost a loved one, or are simply unsure what steps to take, we believe your case deserves preparation, honesty, and advocacy rooted in trust.

Our Mission and What Guides Us

Our mission is to empower clients to make the best legal decisions for themselves at every step of their case. We do that by providing honest counsel, compassionate support, and strategic case preparation that reflects the full impact of what our clients have been through.

When you are injured, the last thing you should have to manage is paperwork, phone calls, and insurance pressure. Hiring a lawyer allows you and your family to focus on healing while we handle the legal burden. We prepare every case as if it may go to trial, but many lawsuits still resolve through settlement. Filing is often a strategy, not a guarantee of a courtroom.

We believe legal representation should do more than pursue compensation. It should protect dignity, create stability, and help people feel confident in what comes next.

What Is the Difference With The Stuckey Firm?

There are many personal injury firms in Ohio. Our approach is intentionally different.

Client-First and Attorney-Driven

Clients are not passed off to case managers. Our attorneys stay personally involved and accessible, answering questions directly and keeping clients informed throughout the process.

Built for Trial, Not Pressure Settlements

We prepare every case thoroughly and never rely on shortcuts. If an insurance company refuses to take a case seriously, we are prepared to pursue accountability through litigation when that is what best serves the client.

Collaborative, Client-First Advocacy

We work with clients, not just for them. That means listening deeply, educating clearly, and helping clients make decisions based on what is right for their lives and goals.

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Leadership That Strengthens Your Case

The Stuckey Firm is recognized statewide not only for results, but also for leadership and credibility within the Ohio legal community. Our attorneys actively advocate for stronger civil justice protections and safer standards, helping shape the laws that protect injured people.

This leadership matters to clients because it builds respect on both sides of the courtroom. Insurance companies and defense counsel know when a case is backed by attorneys who are prepared, thorough, and willing to go the distance.

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Meet Your Ohio & West Virginia Personal Injury Attorneys

Proven Leaders in Personal Injury Law

Our team of local attorneys were hand-selected for their experience and leadership in client service, top legal organizations, and our communities.

Founder

Nathan J. Stuckey

  • Immediate Past President of Ohio Association for Justice
  • The National Trial Lawyers, Top 100
  • Ohio Super Lawyers
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Partner

Sydney S. McLafferty

  • Past President, Ohio Association for Justice
  • Active Member, American Association of Justice
  • National Women’s Trial Lawyers, Top 25
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Partner

J. Michael Vervoort

  • Board Member, Ohio Association for Justice
  • Member, American Association for Justice
  • Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys
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Paul (PJ) Jacob Ratcliffe

  • Member, West Virginia Association for Justice
  • Member, Ohio Association for Justice
  • Member, American Association for Justice
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Christian W. Sorg

  • Member, Ohio Association for Justice
  • Member, Clark County Bar Association
  • Founding Board Member, Recon & Sniper Foundation
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James E. Heath

  • Past President, Clark County Bar Association
  • Board Member, Clark County Sportsman’s Club
  • Former Captian, U.S. Army JAG Corps
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Christian R. Patno

  • Of Counsel
  • President, American Board of Trial Advocates
  • Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America
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A Strong Presence Across Ohio and West Virginia

Our roots are in Springfield, Ohio, but our reach continues to grow. With offices in Springfield, Dublin, and Wheeling, and expansion into Cleveland, we represent individuals and families across Ohio and West Virginia. We take pride in serving clients in both larger metro areas and close-knit communities, maintaining the same high-touch representation regardless of where a client lives.

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Community Is Not an Add-On Here

We believe being a trusted law firm means being an active part of the community. The Stuckey Firm supports local sports teams, organizations, events, and outreach efforts that strengthen the places we call home. Many of our clients come to us through relationships built over years, not advertising.

Our community involvement reflects who we are: down-to-earth, service-driven, and committed to doing what is right, both inside and outside the courtroom.

Cases Won Real Outcomes for Real People

$3.6 Million

Retained by a family who were in disbelief of the news reports...

Retained by a family who were in disbelief of the news reports that characterized their elderly father as a reckless motorcyclist. After a complex accident reconstruction identified the negligence of multiple parties, the case was settled during a second private mediation.

Motorcycle Accident | Marysville, Ohio

$1.6 Million

The primary harm in this case was residual scarring and deformity as...

The primary harm in this case was residual scarring and deformity as a result of the injury. Unfortunately, Ohio has a cap of $250,000 for non-economic damages, with no exceptions, for cases against political subdivisions. Through a comprehensive case work up and well versed arguments presenting a real threat to challenging the constitutionality of caps on damages, we were able to negotiate a higher settlement than what was provided under the law.

Pedestrian Accident | Columbus, Ohio

$1.3 Million

A box truck driver failed to yield the right of way to...

A box truck driver failed to yield the right of way to oncoming traffic when turning left, causing a serious collision with three young adult siblings.  TSF was engaged to serve as local counsel to assist with the litigation, mediation, and resolution of the case.

Truck Accident | Columbus, Ohio

$600,000

A box truck driver failed to yield the right of way to...

A box truck driver failed to yield the right of way to oncoming traffic when turning left and turned in front of a motorcyclist, causing serious injury. An accident reconstructionist was retained to disprove inflammatory witness accounts of speed, as motorcyclists are commonly accused of speeding due to the sound of their bike. 

Motorcycle Accident | Columbus, Ohio

$500,000

Inexperienced driver failed to yield the right of way to oncoming traffic...

Inexperienced driver failed to yield the right of way to oncoming traffic when turning left, causing a serious collision with an oncoming motorist. Client sustained serious injuries requring extensive hospitalization and rehab.  He and his wife heavily relied upon counsel to guide them through the maze of medical bills and insurance claims so they could focus on healing and recovery.  Settlement was further maximized through negotiations with multiple lienholders.

Car Accident | Galion, Ohio

$135,000

Dog bit nose of adult visitor to home.  Retained plastic surgery expert...

Dog bit nose of adult visitor to home.  Retained plastic surgery expert to demonstrate permanency of scarring to enhance case value

Dog Bite | Marysville, Ohio

$100,000

At-fault driver failed to yield on a left hand turn, causing crash...

At-fault driver failed to yield on a left hand turn, causing crash and injury to college aged passenger. Policy limits settlement offer obtained despite minimal medical treatment options and $5,000 in medical bills. Client was unsure how to protect her concern for permanent injury and retained counsel to help her obtain expert testimony to document permanent injury to justify the policy limits settlement.

Car Accident | Mentor, Ohio
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A Different Kind of Personal Injury Firm

If you want representation that is strategic, direct, and personal, you are in the right place. The Stuckey Firm is committed to doing things the right way, treating clients with respect, and delivering legal advocacy built around preparation and trust.

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