Steve Barsotti
About Steve Barsotti
Steve Barsotti is a lawyer based in Columbus, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Steve Barsotti is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Columbus, Ohio
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Trademark Law
Current Firm: Kegler Brown Hill & Ritter LPA
Education: The Ohio State University, J.D., graduated 2002 and Wake Forest University, B.A., graduated 1999
Location: Columbus, OH
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