Ellen Hobbs Hirshman - Tittle & Perlmuter

Biography

Ellen Hobbs Hirshman is a veteran trial attorney with a commitment to justice and over 40 years of experience representing individuals and families across Ohio. From medical malpractice to catastrophic injury cases, Ellen has built her legacy on standing up for those who’ve been harmed by negligence and holding wrongdoers accountable in the courtroom.

Her passion for the law is matched by her deep care for her clients—many of whom are navigating life-altering trauma. Ellen’s sharp trial skills and compassionate approach have earned her the respect of both peers and judges throughout the legal community.

Beyond her legal work, Ellen is deeply involved in community outreach. She volunteers with the End Distracted Driving program, educating high school students about safe driving, and donates her time to the National Institute for Trial Advocacy, mentoring aspiring attorneys through moot court competitions.

Ellen lives in Northeast Ohio with her husband and is the proud mother of three sons. She brings not only experience, but heart, wisdom, and a deep belief in doing what’s right—for her clients, her community, and the future of the legal profession.

Honors & Awards

Super Lawyer – Super Lawyers (2012–Present)
AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating – 30+ years
Superb AVVO Rating
Top Attorney in Ohio – American Registry (2012–Present)
Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Commissioner, Ohio Supreme Court Board of Commissioners on Grievances and Discipline (1996–1998)

Bar & Court Admissions

State of Ohio (1982)
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1983)

Experience & Expertise

Ellen Hobbs Hirshman brings over four decades of litigation experience in the areas of medical negligence, wrongful death, catastrophic injury, and personal injury law. Her career has been defined by a relentless dedication to advocating for patients and families whose lives have been upended by preventable tragedies.

In 1994, after being offered partnership at a prestigious defense firm, Ellen made the pivotal decision to form her own law practice, representing those who needed her most: injured patients and their loved ones. She has since earned a reputation throughout Ohio as a fierce, ethical, and highly skilled trial attorney—prepared to take on the most complex cases and bring them to verdict when necessary.

Her areas of focus include:

Medical Negligence
Catastrophic Injury
Wrongful Death
Personal Injury
Complex Civil Litigation

In addition to her litigation work, Ellen frequently lectures on trial tactics, litigation ethics, and professional responsibility. She’s passionate about mentoring future attorneys and regularly volunteers her time for legal education and youth advocacy programs.

Professional Associations

Ohio Association for Justice (OAJ) – Past Trustee, Executive Committee
Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys (CATA) – Past President, Current Board Member
CATA – Chair, Community Outreach Committee
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association (CMBA) – Member
Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA) – Member

Professional Associations

Super Lawyer – Super Lawyers (2012–Present)
AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating – 30+ years
Superb AVVO Rating
Top Attorney in Ohio – American Registry (2012–Present)
Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Commissioner, Ohio Supreme Court Board of Commissioners on Grievances and Discipline (1996–1998)