Biography
Jerald Schneiberg (Jerry) is the Co-Managing Partner of Nager, Romaine & Schneiberg Co., LPA, the largest workers' compensation law firm in Ohio. With a career marked by dedication to justice and community service, Schneiberg plays a pivotal role in managing a robust practice that includes over 30 attorneys and a staff of more than 100 team members. The firm boasts offices in six major Ohio cities: Euclid, Cleveland, Columbus, Toledo, Dayton, and Cincinnati.
Professional Leadership
Jerry’s expertise in personal injury and workers' compensation law is widely recognized. He has served as the Chair of the Workers' Compensation Sections for both the Ohio Association for Justice and the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association. His leadership extends to a national level as a current board member of the Workers' Injury Law and Advocacy Group (WILG) and as a Fellow in The College of Workers' Compensation Lawyers, underscoring his influence and commitment to the field.
Educational Contributions
A frequent speaker at esteemed legal forums, Jerry has shared his insights and expertise at events organized by the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Ohio Association for Justice, National Business Institute, AFL-CIO Workers' Compensation Institute, and Ohio State Bar Association. His contributions to these organizations highlight his dedication to educating and mentoring the next generation of legal professionals.
Community Involvement
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Jerry is deeply committed to community service. He currently serves as the President of the Board of Directors of Open Doors Academy, an organization dedicated to providing educational and developmental opportunities to youth. His past community roles include serving as a board member of the Shaker Youth Hockey Association and as a coach for Shaker Youth Baseball, where he has influenced the lives of many young athletes.
Personal Life
Jerry is a devoted family man, married to his wife Kim, and together they have four children. An avid traveler, golfer, and skier, he balances his professional responsibilities with a passion for outdoor activities. He is also a past marathon runner, having completed marathons in Columbus, Cincinnati, Chicago, and Philadelphia.
His life and career reflect a commitment to excellence in the legal profession, a dedication to community service, and a passion for personal growth and family. His leadership at Nager, Romaine & Schneiberg Co., LPA continues to set a high standard in the field of workers' compensation law.
About Jerald
Practice Areas
- Workers' Compensation
Education
- Cleveland State University, Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, Cleveland, Ohio
- J.D. - 1993
- Ohio University
- B.B.A. - 1988
Bar Admissions
- Ohio, 1993
Professional Associations
- Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section (CMBA), Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary
- CMBA, Workers' Compensation Section, Former Secretary
- Lawyers for Justice Association
- Ohio State Bar Association
- Akron Bar Association
- American Association for Justice
- Ohio Association for Justice (OAJ), Workers Section
- Current member of OAJ Advocates Round Table
Published Works
- OAJ Quarterly Newsletter, author
Honors
- Ohio Super Lawyer
- Listed as one of the Top 50 Super Lawyers in Cleveland and the state of Ohio for the years 2014, 2015 and 2016
- Lawyers’ Cooperative Award for Outstanding Achievement in Administrative Law, 1993
- AVVO Rated 10.0
- AVVO Rated Top Attorney Workers’ Compensation – Superb
- Lead Counsel Rated – Workers’ Compensation
Classes & Seminars
- Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, past speaker
Pro-Bono Activities
- Coach, youth baseball
- Shaker Youth Hockey Association, board of directors
- Shaker Heights PTO