David E. Nager

David E. Nager is the Founding Attorney at Nager, Romaine & Schneiberg Co., L.P.A., one of Ohio’s most recognized workers’ compensation and injury law firms. Since beginning his legal career in 1990, he has focused his practice on representing injured workers and individuals harmed by negligence, ensuring they receive the benefits to which they are entitled under workers’ compensation and personal injury law. He founded his firm with a clear mission: to provide strong legal advocacy, reliable guidance, and consistent results for people facing life-changing injuries. Through decades of practice, he has built a reputation for disciplined case preparation, effective litigation, and client-focused service across Ohio.

David earned his J.D. from Cleveland State University, Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. He completed his undergraduate education at Kent State University, where he received a B.S. degree in Science. His academic background in science and law provided a strong foundation for analyzing complex injury claims, medical evidence, and procedural issues. This education has supported his long-standing focus on workers’ compensation, personal injury, and medical malpractice matters throughout his career.

David, after passing the Ohio Bar in 1990, began practicing workers’ compensation law and quickly developed extensive experience handling claims before the Industrial Commission of Ohio. He later founded his own firm and helped grow it into the largest workers’ compensation law firm in the state. He has successfully argued cases at every administrative and appellate level, including the Ohio Supreme Court, and is known for his willingness to litigate when necessary to protect client rights.

David E. Nager has helped thousands of injured workers throughout his career obtain compensation and medical benefits. His work has resulted in the recovery of hundreds of millions of dollars for clients. Beyond individual cases, he has contributed to improving Ohio’s workers’ compensation system by working with state agencies and professional organizations. His career reflects a consistent commitment to access to justice, vigorous advocacy, and meaningful results for injured individuals.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Attorney, Nager Romaine Schneiberg Co., L.P.A
• Member, Ohio State Bar Association
• Member, Ohio Association for Justice
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association

Licensed State

• Ohio

Education

• Cleveland State University, Cleveland-Marshall College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Kent State University
  BS in Major: Science

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