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Richard Wayne is a dedicated attorney based in Cincinnati, Ohio, associated with Strauss Troy. His practice is focused on litigation across both federal and state courts. Richard is involved in handling a range of cases, including general business disputes, securities fraud litigation, and shareholder derivative actions. With experience in investor-broker disputes and product liability, he is an asset in litigation involving healthcare and consumer fraud, along with construction-related issues.

Richard is actively engaged in the realm of Mass Tort Litigation and Class Actions for plaintiffs, known for addressing complex, multi-district litigation cases. His involvement with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) extends to both arbitrations and mediations, where he represents brokers and financial securities firms.

In addition to his litigation work, Richard serves as a legal advisor to both corporate entities and individual clients, offering insights into business and legal strategies. He provides counsel to an array of businesses, including brokerage and financial services firms, design professionals, physicians, a regional paper product distributor, and companies within the automotive industry.

Location
  • 150 East Fourth Street, Fourth Floor
    Cincinnati, OH 45202-4018
Languages
  • English
Education
  • University of Dayton, J.D., graduated 1979
  • University of Cincinnati, BA
Bar Admissions
  • Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association
Affiliations
  • American Bar Association - Member
  • Cincinnati Bar Association - Member
  • Cincinnati Bar Association, The Round Table - Development Co-Chair
  • Contemporary Arts Center - Board of Directors
  • Ohio Bar Association - Member
  • U.S. District Court S.D. Ohio Magistrate - Judges Merit Selection Committee
  • Weston Art Gallery (Aronoff Center for the Arts) - Advisory Committee

Strauss Troy Co., LPA
Headquarters: Cincinnati, Ohio

13 The Best Lawyers in America® awards

3 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America awards

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Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2024 - Bet-the-Company Litigation Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2024 - Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2022 - Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2015 - Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2013 - Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Bet-the-Company Litigation, Cincinnati (2024)
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Cincinnati (2024)
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Cincinnati (2022)
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Cincinnati (2015)
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Cincinnati (2013)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for work in:
  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Special Focus:
  • Defendants
  • Plaintiffs
Awards:
  • Martindale-Hubbell AV® Preeminent™ Attorney
  • U.S. News Best Lawyers in America® Cincinnati Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs "Lawyer of the Year" 2013
  • U. S. News Best Lawyers in America®
  • Ohio Super Lawyers

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