Portrait of Jeffrey D. Geoppinger

Jeffrey D. Geoppinger

Partner

Product liability defense, mass tort litigation, toxic tort litigation, and drug and medical device litigation are Jeff’s areas of concentration. He has experience in handling all aspects of state and federal litigation from initial discovery through trial. He defends manufacturers, distributors, and retailers in state and federal product liability litigation, including pharmaceutical, dietary supplements, and medical device litigation. His background also includes experience in multi-district litigation involving pharmaceuticals and dietary supplements. Jeff has been listed consistently on the Ohio Super Lawyers list.

    Education

    • Boston College (B.A., 1998)
    • University of Cincinnati College of Law (J.D., 2001)

    Bar Admissions

    • Ohio
    • U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
    • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
    • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
    • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida

    Professional Affiliations

    • Cincinnati Academy of Leadership for Lawyers (Class XII)
    • American Bar Association
    • Ohio State Bar Association
    • Cincinnati Bar Association
    • Potter Stewart American Inn of Court

    Community Involvement

    • Catholic Residential Services (President of the Board)
    • Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick
    • North Avondale Neighborhood Association

    Awards & Honors

    • Named to Top Lawyers, Product Liability by Cincinnati Magazine (2026)
    • Named Best Lawyers® Product Liability Litigation – Defendants “Lawyer of the Year” in Cincinnati (2026)
    • Named to The Best Lawyers in America, Litigation – Insurance (2021-2026); Product Liability Litigation – Defendants (2022-2026), Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants (2024-2026)
    • Named to the Ohio Super Lawyers list (2025; 2026)
    • Named to the Ohio Super Lawyers Rising Stars list (2006; 2009; 2010; 2013-2015)

Jeffrey D. Geoppinger

Product liability defense, mass tort litigation, toxic tort litigation, and drug and medical device litigation are Jeff’s areas of concentration. He has experience in handling all aspects of state and federal litigation from initial discovery through trial. He defends manufacturers, distributors, and retailers in state and federal product liability litigation, including pharmaceutical, dietary supplements, and medical device litigation. His background also includes experience in multi-district litigation involving pharmaceuticals and dietary supplements. Jeff has been listed consistently on the Ohio Super Lawyers list.