Ellen Hobbs Hirshman
Top rated Medical Malpractice attorney in Willoughby Hills, Ohio
Tittle & Perlmuter
Practice areas: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation; view more
Licensed in Ohio since: 1982
Education: Cleveland State University Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2012 - 2027 Call today:
216-763-2667
Tittle & Perlmuter
34900 Chardon RoadWilloughby Hills, OH 44094 Visit website
As a veteran trial attorney of Tittle & Perlmuter in Willoughby Hills, Ohio, Ellen Hobbs Hirshman focuses her practice on representing individuals and families in complex personal injury litigation. With decades of courtroom experience, she has built a distinguished career advocating for clients in high-stakes matters involving medical malpractice, medical negligence, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, personal injury and complex civil litigation.
Known for her meticulous preparation and steadfast commitment to justice, Ms. Hirshman has successfully represented clients through every stage of litigation, from case investigation and negotiation to trial. She approaches each matter with compassion and determination, working to secure favorable outcomes for those affected by serious injuries and medical negligence. Her extensive trial experience and unwavering dedication have earned her the respect of colleagues, clients and the Ohio legal community.
After completing her undergraduate studies, Ms. Hirshman went on to attend the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, where she honed her shrewd legal acumen and received her Juris Doctor in 1982. Her legal education provided a strong foundation for a career devoted to civil litigation and advocacy on behalf of injured individuals.
Admitted to practice in Ohio and the U.S. Federal Court in 1982, Ms. Hirshman has demonstrated an enduring commitment to leadership within the legal profession. She previously served as a trustee and member of the executive committee of the Ohio Association for Justice. She is a past president of the Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys, where she continues to serve on the board of directors and chairs the Community Outreach Committee.
Additionally, Ms. Hirshman is a member of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. From 1996 to 1998, she served as a commissioner on the Ohio Supreme Court Board of Commissioners on Grievances and Discipline. In recognition of her lifelong dedication to plaintiffs' advocacy and the civil justice system, she received the Craig Spangenberg Lifetime Achievement Award from the Ohio Association for Justice.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice: Plaintiff, Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, Civil Litigation: PlaintiffFocus areas
Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Wrongful Death
- 60% Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice: Plaintiff
- 30% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
- 10% Civil Litigation: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 1982, Ohio
Professional Webpage: https://tittlelawfirm.com/attorney/ellen-hobbs-hirshman/
Bar / Professional Activity
- State of Ohio Bar Admission (1982).
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio Admission (1983).
- Ohio Association for Justice (OAJ) – Past Trustee and Executive Committee Member.
- Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys (CATA) – Past President and Current Board Member.
- Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys (CATA) – Chair, Community Outreach Committee.
- Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association (CMBA) – Member.
- Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA) – Member.
- Commissioner, Ohio Supreme Court Board of Commissioners on Grievances and Discipline (1996–1998).
Representative Clients
- Represents injured patients, individuals, and families affected by medical negligence, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and personal injury matters.
- Advocates for clients and families whose lives have been impacted by preventable tragedies.
Pro bono / Community Service
- Volunteer with the End Distracted Driving program, educating high school students about safe driving.
- Donates time to the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, mentoring aspiring attorneys through moot court competitions.
- Provides legal education and youth advocacy support through community outreach initiatives.
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Frequently lectures on trial tactics, litigation ethics, and professional responsibility.
- Provides legal education and mentoring to aspiring attorneys through trial advocacy programs.
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Over 40 years of experience representing individuals and families in Ohio.
- Founded her own law practice in 1994 after being offered partnership at a prestigious defense firm, focusing on representing injured patients and their families.
- Recognized as a respected trial attorney with extensive experience handling complex litigation.
- Known for exceptional trial skills, ethical advocacy, and commitment to client service.
- Mentors future attorneys through legal education initiatives and professional programs.
Honors
- AV Preeminent® Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating – 30+ years.
- Superb AVVO Rating.
- Craig Spangenberg Lifetime Achievement Award from the Ohio Association for Justice.
- Recognized by Super Lawyers for 15 consecutive years (2012–Present).
- Top Attorney in Ohio – American Registry (2012–Present).
- Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
Office location for Ellen Hobbs Hirshman
34900 Chardon Road
Willoughby Hills, OH 44094
Phone: 216-763-2667
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2012 - 2027
