Stephen J. Smith Sr.
Steve's practice covers all areas of public law including, but not limited to, government litigation, land acquisition, government contracting, annexation, zoning, economic development and the representation of numerous municipalities and school districts throughout the state of Ohio. Steve also has extensive expertise in all areas of election law to include initiatives and referendums.
Steve has served as the Law Director for the City of Dublin more than 37 years. He has been a frequent speaker for the Ohio Municipal Attorneys Association, the Ohio Municipal League, and on the national level for the International Municipal Lawyers Association. Most recent topics include public-private partnerships (P3) and economic development.
Steve has served as special counsel for numerous cities, villages and school districts throughout the state of Ohio assisting those entities in the areas of annexation, litigation, charter development, and transitioning village government to city government entities.
His expertise also includes assisting private-sector clients obtaining incentives for locating and expanding businesses both in Ohio and throughout the United States.
- James H. Epps, III Longevity of Service to a Community Award
- Marvin J. Glink Private Practice Local Government Attorney Award
- Ohio Super Lawyers® 2004, 2005
- AV-Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell®
Columbus, Ohio 43215-3484