About Richard Edward
Richard Edward Siferd is a attorney based in Lima, Ohio, specializing in personal injury, estate planning, products liability, and workers' compensation. He earned his Juris Doctor from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in 1973 and holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Ohio State University, obtained in 1970. Admitted to the Ohio State Bar and the U.S. Supreme Court, he has been practicing law for over four decades.
In 1973, Richard joined the law firm Light & Siferd, which later became Siferd & Siferd. The firm, established in 1936, has a longstanding history of representing injured individuals in personal injury and workers' compensation cases. Richard's experience has made him a prominent figure in the Lima legal community. Throughout his career, Richard has handled a diverse range of cases, including personal injury, estate planning, products liability, and workers' compensation.
His knowledge of these areas allows him to provide effective legal representation to his clients. The firm is recognized for its active trial and appellate practice, focusing on the representation of injured individuals. In addition to his legal practice, Richard served in the U.S. Army from 1965 to 1969, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant in the Field Artillery and Drill Sergeant.
He was honorably discharged in 1969. Richard is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association and has been recognized for his contributions to the legal field. His firm, Siferd & Associates, LPA, is the oldest and largest firm representing claimants in the Lima area, with an active trial practice that extends to surrounding counties. As of February 2026, Richard Edward Siferd is an active member of the Ohio State Bar, continuing to serve clients in Lima and the surrounding regions.
