Justin E. Rice

Justin E. Rice is an Associate in the Cleveland office of Tucker Ellis & West LLP. He is a member of the Trial Department, where he primarily practices in the areas of products liability and business litigation.

As an experienced litigator, Mr. Rice has successfully defended medical, pharmaceutical, and industrial companies in products liability and personal injury lawsuits, and physicians and healthcare providers against allegations of malpractice. He represents banks and financial services companies, including cases involving securities, investment suitability, contracts, and the administration of trusts. He also represents musicians, producers, and music and production companies in contract negotiations and licensing matters.

Recently, Justin earned a defense verdict in a trial involving the terms of a residential lease, and won a motion to dismiss in a federal securities lawsuit. He has also worked to obtain the early resolution and dismissal of several pharmaceutical and medical device cases.

Prior to his legal career, Justin worked in Copyright for Warner/Chappell Music in Los Angeles, where he supervised the company’s mechanical licensing department. Outside the practice of law, Justin most enjoys spending time with his wife and three young children. He is also a drummer, photographer, and active volunteer in his local church.

Civic & Professional Involvement

Ohio Super Lawyers Rising Star (2010)
Defense Research Institute – Young Lawyers Committee
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association

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