Stephen S. Schmidt

Steve Schmidt is a Cincinnati business litigator and president of Strauss Troy. He represents clients across Ohio and Northern Kentucky in a wide range of commercial and consumer disputes, including partnership and shareholder conflicts, non-compete and trade secret litigation, insurance coverage issues, employment matters, and business torts. Steve also provides counsel on contract drafting and negotiation, corporate compliance, and asset recovery, with experience litigating in both state and federal courts as well as arbitration forums nationwide.

Steve advises a broad spectrum of clients, from Fortune 500 companies to privately held businesses and individuals, and often serves as outside general counsel for closely held companies in industries such as real estate development and technology consulting. Known for his strategic thinking and practical legal solutions, Steve is committed to helping clients achieve meaningful results.