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β¨ About
About Brian βΊ
Mr. Smith is a highly experienced attorney with a longstanding reputation for delivering exceptional results. With an extensive background in trial advocacy and negotiation, he offers a full spectrum of legal services tailored to meet the needs of diverse clients.
Mr. Smithβs practice areas include criminal defense, unemployment appeals, and DUI/OVI defense, where he is deeply committed to safeguarding the rights of individuals navigating complex legal situations.
Beyond his individual client work, Mr. Smith serves as a trusted advocate for labor unions, providing representation in matters such as contract negotiations, arbitration, and litigation in both federal and state courts. He frequently represents clients before the National Labor Relations Board, the Ohio State Employment Relations Board, and the Department of Labor, working diligently to help unions advance their objectives and protect their membersβ rights.
βοΈ Practice Areas
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Arbitration & Mediation
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Criminal Law
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Employment Law
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DUI & DWI
Credentials & Experience
π Education
University of Akron School of Law
J.D.
Kent State University
B.A. (1996)
Psychology major
π Bar Admissions
Ohio State Bar Β # 0079861
Member
Member
Member
Ohio Employment Lawyers Association
Member
Member
Member
Cleveland Employment Lawyers Association
Member
Member
Member
Ohio Bar Association
Member
Member
Member
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association
Member
Member
Member
National College for DUI Defense
Member
Member
Member
American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys
Member
Executive Member
Member
Parma Bar Association
Member
Member
Member
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyer'
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Board of Directors
Member
DUI Defense Lawyers Association
Member
Member
Member
Lorain County Bar Association
Member
Member
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West Shore Bar Association
Member
Member
Member
πΌ Professional Experience
Attorney/Owner
The Law Offices of Brian J. Smith, Esq. 2015 - Current
Partner
Sivinski & Smith, LLC 2009 - 2015
Associate
Masters & Sivinski 2005 - 2009
π Awards & Recognition
Top Attorneys in Cleveland & Columbus
Cleveland Magazine
π Publications
- Charles Demore v. Hyung Joon Kim: Another Step Away from Full Due Process Protections
- Akron Law Review