Brian John Smith

Brian John Smith

The Law Offices of Brian J. Smith, ltd. • Rocky River, OH
Employment LaborEmployment Law

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Contact

Email
Phone
(855) 465-1971
Address
20545 Center Ridge Rd, Rocky River, OH, 44116, US

Professional

About

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. Smith’s 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 members’ rights.

About Employment Labor Law

Employment and labor attorneys handle workplace legal matters including discrimination, wrongful termination, and wage disputes. They represent both employees and employers. Common matters include wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes.

Credentials

Education
2005 University of Akron School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1996 Kent State University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2023 NHTSA ARIDE Certified, NHTSA 2022 Best Employment Lawyers in Rocky River, Expertise.com 2022 NHTSA SFST Certified, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 2017 Clients' Choice Award, AVVO 2015 Top Contributor, AVVO
Publications
2023 BrianSmithLaw.com Overview of the Criminal Process 2023 BrianSmithLaw.com Overview of the Ohio Unemployment Appeal Process 2015 BrianSmithLaw.com The Stages of an Ohio DUI Charge 2015 Brian J. Smith, Esq. Ohio Law Blog 2005 Akron Law Review Charles Demore v. Hyung Joon Kim: Another Step Away from Full Due Process Protections
Associations
2025 - Present American Bar Association Member 2021 - Present National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Member 2018 - Present National Employment Lawyers Association Member 2018 - Present Cuyahoga Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Sustaining Member 2018 - Present Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Board of Directors
Speaking
2010 ATU 268 Membership Meeting How to Obtain a Union Contract in the Public Sector
Updated: Mar 08, 2026