Summary

Steve represents lenders, real property developers, investors, and corporate clients in multiple types of real property transactions. He collaborates with developers on acquisition, development, and zoning matters, as well as handles litigation regarding property land use disputes. Steve oversees commercial contracts for construction, design, and engineering, as well as specialized financing, loan workouts, and property tax valuation proceedings. He also manages leasing issues for client retail, office, and industrial properties.

Steve is admitted to practice in the Courts of Ohio and the U.S. District Court for the Southern-District of Ohio.

Steve received his undergraduate degree from Northwestern University in 1975, and his J.D. from Marshall-Wythe School, College of William & Mary, in 1981. He served as Captain of the U.S. Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps from 1982-1985.

Awards

All Service Areas

Education

  • William and Mary Law School (1981)
  • Northwestern University (1975)

Admissions

  • Federal - Southern District of Ohio
  • State - Ohio

Community Involvement

  • Cincinnati Habitat for Humanity

    Former Member, Board of Trustees (1991 – 2012)

  • Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori School

    Former Board Member, Secretary (2008 – 2013)