W. Jonathan Sweeten

Jon’s practice focuses on litigation, with an emphasis in the areas of insurance defense in Kentucky and Ohio courts. He handles personal injury, property damage, and premises liability claims. He is experienced in all aspects of a civil case, from discovery to alternative dispute resolution to trial to post-trial relief, and represents both individuals and businesses. Jon represents clients in domestic relations courts for family and personal issues involving divorce, child custody, and visitation in Kentucky and Ohio. Jon has also represented individuals charged with misdemeanors and felony criminal offenses in Kentucky and Ohio Courts. Interests outside of the office include golf and kids sports. Jon resides in Crestview Hills with his wife, Becky, and their two children.

Experience

• Obtained a defense verdict for a business in a premises liability case.
• Obtained a defense verdict for homeowners in a dog bite case.
• Representation of both businesses and individuals in civil litigation.
• First chair in multiple civil and criminal trials.
• Representation of clients in Family Courts in Kentucky and Ohio in family/personal issues, including divorce, child custody, parenting time, child support, and post-divorce matters.
• Representation of both adults and juveniles charged with misdemeanor and felony criminal offenses in Kentucky and Ohio Courts.

Admissions

• Commonwealth of Kentucky
• State of Ohio
• State of Colorado
• U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
• U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
• U.S. District Court, Western District of Kentucky
• U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

Professional Affliations

• Cincinnati Bar Association
• Kentucky Bar Association
• Ohio Bar Association
• Northern Kentucky Bar Association
• Business Network International – Northern Kentucky Chapter

Community Involvement

• University of Cincinnati Rendigs Moot Court Competition Judge (2012-2019)

• Blessed Sacrament School Development Committee (2011-2013)

• Leadership Northern Kentucky, Class of 2013

• Business Network International, Northern Kentucky Chapter (Past Vice President, Past Secretary/Treasurer)

• Xavier University Mentor Program

Presentations

• “Common Issues in Probating a Minor’s Injury Claim,” (November 2012)

Education

• University of Kentucky College of Law (J.D., 1998)
• Xavier University (B.A., cum laude, 1995)

Experience

Admissions

Professional Affliations

Community Involvement

Presentations

Education

Practice Areas

Cincinnati, OH

Louisville, KY

Boulder, CO