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Jennifer Snyder Heis

Partner

Jeni defends manufacturers and distributors of pharmaceutical products and dietary supplements in complex litigation, including multidistrict litigation and consolidated state court proceedings, as well as individual cases throughout the country. She also represents clients from a range of industries, including consumer products, construction and industrial machinery, and household appliances in products liability cases.

With over 20 years of experience handling complex litigation, she develops effective legal strategies for defending related lawsuits in multiple venues, including crafting successful arguments for summary judgment and other dispositive motions. Working with clients from start to finish, Jeni has vast experience handling all aspects of state and federal litigation, including trial, appeal, and alternative dispute resolution. As a key member of teams that formulate nationwide litigation strategies, Jeni has substantial experience working through eDiscovery issues, and she has argued eDiscovery issues in various court settings.

She also counsels food and dietary supplement companies on regulatory issues, including labeling and risk management, and counsels clients regarding the Drug Supply Chain Security Act.

In addition to serving on the firm’s Governing Board, Jeni is active in the legal community, serving drug and medical device manufacturers. She previously chaired the DRI Drug & Medical Device Seminars in 2022 and 2023, and she currently serves as Vice Chair of DRI’s Drug & Medical Device Committee. She also serves as a Vice Chair on IADC’s Drug, Device, and Biotechnology Committee.

    Education

    • Kenyon College (B.A., 1998)
    • Emory University School of Law (J.D., 2001)

    Bar Admissions

    • Ohio
    • Georgia
    • U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
    • U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
    • U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia
    • U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia
    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
    • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
    • U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
    • U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan

    Professional Affiliations

    • Georgia Bar Association
    • Defense Research Institute (Chair, Drug & Medical Device Committee; Steering Committee Member, Product Liability Committee, 2014-2025; Steering Committee Member, Drug & Medical Device Committee, 2014-present; Law Institute, 2014-2023; Chair, Young Lawyers Committee, 2013-2014; Steering Committee Member, Annual Meeting Committee, 2010-2011, 2022-2023, 2026-2027)
    • International Association of Defense Counsel (Member, 2014-present; Vice Chair, Membership, Drug, Device & Biotechnology Committee, 2019-2021)

    Community Involvement

    • Pro Bono Partnership of Ohio (Grow PBPO Ohio Advisory Board, 2021-2024)
    • Terrace Park Swim & Tennis Club (Board of Directors, 2017-2023)
    • Impact 100 (Member, 2011-2016; Grant Review Committee, 2011-2016)
    • Kenyon College Cincinnati Regional Alumni Association (President, 2005-2011; Board Member, 2003-2005)

    Firm Involvement

    • Member, Governing Board

    Awards & Honors

    • Named to Top Lawyers, Product Liability by Cincinnati Magazine (2026)
    • Named to The Best Lawyers in America®Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants (2022-2026)
    • Named Ohio Business Magazine's Ohio Leading Lawyers (2024; 2025)
    • Named a “Woman Worth Watching” by Profiles in Diversity Journal (2021)
    • Named to the Who’s Who Legal list for Product Liability Defense (2021)
    • Named to the Ohio Super Lawyers Rising Stars list (2010-2016)
    • Named to the Ohio Super Lawyers list (2022-2026)

Jennifer Snyder Heis

Jeni defends manufacturers and distributors of pharmaceutical products and dietary supplements in complex litigation, including multidistrict litigation and consolidated state court proceedings, as well as individual cases throughout the country. She also represents clients from a range of industries, including consumer products, construction and industrial machinery, and household appliances in products liability cases.

With over 20 years of experience handling complex litigation, she develops effective legal strategies for defending related lawsuits in multiple venues, including crafting successful arguments for summary judgment and other dispositive motions. Working with clients from start to finish, Jeni has vast experience handling all aspects of state and federal litigation, including trial, appeal, and alternative dispute resolution. As a key member of teams that formulate nationwide litigation strategies, Jeni has substantial experience working through eDiscovery issues, and she has argued eDiscovery issues in various court settings.

She also counsels food and dietary supplement companies on regulatory issues, including labeling and risk management, and counsels clients regarding the Drug Supply Chain Security Act.

In addition to serving on the firm’s Governing Board, Jeni is active in the legal community, serving drug and medical device manufacturers. She previously chaired the DRI Drug & Medical Device Seminars in 2022 and 2023, and she currently serves as Vice Chair of DRI’s Drug & Medical Device Committee. She also serves as a Vice Chair on IADC’s Drug, Device, and Biotechnology Committee.

Jennifer Snyder Heis


Jennifer Snyder Heis

Jeni defends manufacturers and distributors of pharmaceutical products and dietary supplements in complex litigation, including multidistrict litigation and consolidated state court proceedings, as well as individual cases throughout the country. She also represents clients from a range of industries, including consumer products, construction and industrial machinery, and household appliances in products liability cases.

With over 20 years of experience handling complex litigation, she develops effective legal strategies for defending related lawsuits in multiple venues, including crafting successful arguments for summary judgment and other dispositive motions. Working with clients from start to finish, Jeni has vast experience handling all aspects of state and federal litigation, including trial, appeal, and alternative dispute resolution. As a key member of teams that formulate nationwide litigation strategies, Jeni has substantial experience working through eDiscovery issues, and she has argued eDiscovery issues in various court settings.

She also counsels food and dietary supplement companies on regulatory issues, including labeling and risk management, and counsels clients regarding the Drug Supply Chain Security Act.

In addition to serving on the firm’s Governing Board, Jeni is active in the legal community, serving drug and medical device manufacturers. She previously chaired the DRI Drug & Medical Device Seminars in 2022 and 2023, and she currently serves as Vice Chair of DRI’s Drug & Medical Device Committee. She also serves as a Vice Chair on IADC’s Drug, Device, and Biotechnology Committee.