Gregory A. Thompson

Gregory A. Thompson: Experienced Litigator with Focus on Construction and Manufacturing Sectors in Cleveland, Ohio

Gregory A. Thompson is a seasoned litigator with a proven track record in various matters, particularly within the complex commercial litigation space. He has significant experience handling complex cases that span across breach of contract disputes, Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) issues, and business tort claims. Thompson's expertise extends to notable intellectual property matters and employer intentional torts. His practice areas encompass general contractors, construction managers, sureties, specialty subcontractors, and suppliers within both public and private project environments.

Practice Areas

• Commercial Litigation
• Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

In the realm of construction litigation, Thompson has successfully pursued and defended multi-million-dollar claims related to delays, extra work, and defects on both public and private projects. His commitment to preventing disputes through his robust pre-litigation practice is a testament to his dedication.

Recent Successes

• Obtained seven-figure settlement against a material supplier that delivered non-conforming materials, leading to significant delays and extra work on a luxury high-rise apartment project.
• A $1.4 million settlement against the Ohio Department of Transportation for delays caused by the acceleration of a mine grouting project under Ohio State Route 2.
• Successfully dismissed an intermediary bank from a lawsuit alleging nine-figure fraud claims, resulting in substantial savings and protection of client interests.

Tech-savvy lawyers will appreciate his participation as an instructor at the University of Akron School of Law’s Summer Trial Academy. He is also deeply involved in industry trade associations, with a notable role as the chair of the Cleveland-Metropolitan Bar Association's Litigation Section.

Awards & Recognitions

• Recognized: Commercial Litigation - 2024
• Recognized: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants - 2024
• Recognized: Construction Law - 2022
• Recognized: Litigation - Construction - 2022
• The Best Lawyers in America® (2025-26)
• Best Lawyers® - Commercial Litigation, 2022-24; Construction Law, 2022; Litigation – Construction, 2022-24; Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Defendants, 2023-24
• Rising Star - Ohio Super Lawyers® (2018-25)
• Recognized: Commercial Litigation - 2023
• Recognized: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants - 2023
• America's Top 100 Bet-the-Company Litigators® (2019)

Firms & Affiliations

• Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP, Cleveland, Ohio

Gregory A. Thompson's commitment to excellence in his legal work is unparalleled and he has earned the respect of clients, peers, and industry partners alike through his successful track record.