At Slater & Zurz, we regularly collaborate with attorneys across Ohio and beyond on serious and complex matters. Whether you’re looking for a trusted firm to co-counsel with or want to refer a case that’s outside your practice area, we’re here to support both you and your client.
Built for High-Stakes Litigation
Our team has the resources, experience, and focus to handle catastrophic injury and high-complexity cases from start to finish. From day one, we prepare every case like it’s going to trial. And while many cases settle favorably without ever entering a courtroom, we’re always ready to litigate when necessary.
We’ve secured six- and seven-figure outcomes in personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and product liability cases, and have paid generous co-counsel fees in accordance with Ohio ethical rules.
Flexible Partnerships
We’re happy to take the lead or work alongside you. If you prefer to remain hands-off, we’ll keep you updated throughout the case. And if you want to stay closely involved, we’ll collaborate every step of the way.
Regardless of structure, we never forget one thing: your client is your client. We’ll treat them with the same care and diligence we give our own, and we will never use a referral as an opportunity to solicit future business.
Cases We Accept for Referral or Co-Counsel
We accept select complex and catastrophic cases, including:
- Serious personal injury
- Wrongful death
- Catastrophic injuries
- Truck and motorcycle accidents
- Construction and industrial accidents
- Dog attacks with significant injury
- Medical malpractice
- Birth injuries
- Nursing home neglect and abuse
- Legal malpractice
- Cases We Refer to Others
- Workers’ compensation
- Social Security Disability
- Employment discrimination
Co-Counsel Fees & Payment
We offer generous co-counsel fees, paid promptly once the case resolves and funds are disbursed. In past complex tort matters, we’ve paid seven-figure fees prior to trial, always in compliance with Ohio’s ethical rules. Terms are flexible depending on the nature of the case and your level of involvement.
Cases We Refer Out
While we focus on complex injury and litigation matters, we regularly refer out:
- Workers’ compensation
- Social Security Disability
- Employment discrimination
If your firm handles these cases, we’re happy to explore reciprocal referrals.
Why Attorneys Choose Slater & Zurz
“They are excellent and experienced lawyers. We enjoy working with them.” – Law Office of Brian M. Garvine, LLC
“Slater & Zurz is a great firm… courteous, quick to respond, and brilliant personal injury lawyers.” – Attorney Ethan Vessels
“I trust them enough to refer my clients and contacts when they can help.” – Attorney William Geary
We’ve collaborated with solo practitioners and boutique firms across Ohio who trust us to support their clients with care, precision, and determination. We handle cases in both state and federal courts throughout Ohio and are happy to meet with clients wherever is most convenient for them.
Let’s Work Together
Whether your client’s case demands extensive resources, deep litigation experience, or geographic reach beyond your practice, we’re ready to help. Our team is here to support your practice.
Submit your referral or contact us to discuss a potential case.