Kimberly Beck
Kimberly Beck is the founder and owner of Beck Law Center, a Cincinnati-based law firm specializing in products liability and human relations cases. She has been practicing law for over 20 years since graduating summa cum laude and third in her class from the University of Dayton School of Law in 2006. Kimberly began her career at Dinsmore & Scholl, working as an associate attorney on research, document review, and drafting legal memoranda. She then advanced to Ulmer & Byrne in 2010, taking on a more sophisticated role as the primary associate on pharmaceutical defense cases, attending hearings, participating in strategy decisions, and shaping major litigation efforts.
In October 2019, Kimberly transitioned to the plaintiff side at Hilliard Martinez Gonzalez, where she led several high-profile cases, including opioid litigation with approximately 5,000 clients, Zantac litigation with 25,000 clients, and Roundup cases with 1,000 clients. She oversaw the work of attorneys and paralegals on these matters, demonstrating exceptional leadership and litigation strategy. In October 2020, she founded Beck Law Center, where she prosecutes products liability cases such as the Singulair litigation, along with cases involving defective products like exploding space heaters. She also takes on “human relations” cases, helping victims of intentional crimes pursue civil recovery for medical bills, pain, and suffering. Her litigation of the Singulair case from inception to resolution stands as one of her most notable professional achievements, as she was among the first attorneys nationwide to identify Singulair as a potential problem drug.
Throughout her career, Kimberly has combined deep legal expertise with a passion for advocating on behalf of those harmed by negligence or intentional acts. She is known for her meticulous preparation, strategic thinking, and dedication to client-centered representation. Under her leadership, Beck Law Center has earned a reputation for taking on complex cases and providing personalized, effective advocacy for clients across Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, and beyond. Her commitment to justice, integrity, and innovation continues to define her work as both a trial lawyer and a thought leader in the legal community.
• Licensed to practice law in Ohio
• Licensed to practice law in Kentucky
• Licensed to practice law in Indiana
• Licensed to practice law in West Virginia
• Licensed to practice law in Virginia
• AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell since 2015
• 10 out of 10 rating by Avvo
• Best Lawyers Rising Star 2011-2019
• University of Dayton School of Law
• Graduated 2006
• Third in class
• Summa cum laude
• Graduated third in class
• Summa cum laude
• University of Dayton School of Law
• AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell (highest rating for professional and ethical competence) since 2015
• 10 out of 10 rating by Avvo
• Best Lawyers Rising Star recognition 2011-2019
• American Bar Association
• Cincinnati Bar Association
• Kentucky Bar Association
• West Virginia Bar Association
• Founder of Stop Elder Abuse Ohio (nonprofit started June 2024) - spreading awareness about verbal abuse and emotional abuse of elderly
• Providing transportation services for elderly people with medical issues
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the journey that brought me into the legal field, beginning with my time at the University of Dayton School of Law, where I graduated summa cum laude and third in my class. Over the years, I have worked diligently to build my career, culminating in the ownership of my own law firm. Today, I focus on products liability cases and human rights litigation, dedicating my practice to advocating for those who have been harmed or wronged.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is that it’s possible to have a career you truly love while also making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. This perspective has guided my work, reminding me that passion and impact can go hand in hand.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering the legal field is that you can build a successful career in law while also making a meaningful impact. Don’t feel like you have to choose between achievement and purpose—both are possible if you stay focused, work hard, and follow the areas of law that inspire you.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges—and opportunities—of running my own firm is balancing the demands of managing a legal practice with my work in the community through my nonprofit. While it requires careful planning and dedication, it’s also incredibly rewarding to use my legal expertise to make a positive impact beyond the courtroom.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that guide me in both my work and personal life are hard work, integrity, and making a meaningful difference in people’s lives. I am particularly committed to ensuring that senior citizens are treated fairly and with dignity, which is why I founded and continue to support my nonprofit, Stop Elderly Abuse. Using my skills to advocate for vulnerable populations and create real impact is central to everything I do.
www.stopelderlyabuse.org