James Metzenbaum

James Metzenbaum (1883-1960) was a prominent lawyer in Cleveland, Ohio, who wrote a noted treatise on zoning law.

In 1942, Metzenbaum was nominated by the Democratic party for a seat in the United States House of Representatives. He lost the general election to incumbent Republican Frances P. Bolton.

In 1950, Metzenbaum ran as an independent for a seat on the Ohio Supreme Court. He lost to incumbent Republican William L. Hart.

Metzenbaum's cousin, Howard Metzenbaum served for two decades as a U.S. Senator from Ohio.

See also

• Election Results, U.S. Representative from Ohio, 22nd District
• Election Results, Ohio Supreme Court