Anita Washington

About Ms. Washington

Anita M. Washington is a skilled and compassionate attorney with a strong track record in medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, wrongful death, and premises liability litigation. A member of the Board of Trustees for the Ohio Association for Justice (OAJ) and a graduate of Leadership Academy 10 of the American Association for Justice (AAJ), Anita is a fierce courtroom advocate with a client-centered approach. With a background as a Litigation Paralegal, Paralegal Professor, and 9-1-1 Operator, she brings a unique blend of practical experience and legal expertise to her practice. Throughout her career, she has secured over $10 million in settlements and verdicts, passionately fighting for justice on behalf of individuals harmed by negligence. At Bey & Associates, Anita continues to uphold the standards of leadership and excellence set by founding partner N. John Bey. Outside of the courtroom, she is a proud Cincinnati Bengals ticket holder and an avid Boston Celtics fan.

Education

•  J.D., University of Dayton (2012)
• M.A. Criminal Justice, University of Cincinnati (2006)
• B.A., Urbana University (2004)
• A.A.S, Paralegal Studies, Sinclair College (2001)
• AAJ Leadership Academy

Bar & Court Admissions

• State courts in Ohio and Kentucky
• U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky
• U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio

Practice Areas

• Civil litigation
• Medical malpractice
• Nursing home neglect

Professional Affiliations

• American Association for Justice
• National Bar Association
• Ohio Association for Justice Trustee

Published Works and Presentations

• “Winning from the Beginning,” OAJ Winter Convention 2024 Presentation
• Guest on Civilly Speaking Podcast

Community Engagement

Anita is deeply committed to advancing justice and equity within the legal community through her leadership and advocacy. As a Trustee of the Ohio Association for Justice (OAJ) and an alumna of the AAJ Leadership Academy, she actively works to empower fellow attorneys and promote access to justice.