Atty. John Kevin West

Atty. John Kevin West

John Kevin West is a lawyer practicing criminal law, environment, energy & natural resources law, environment and 7 other areas of law. John received a A.B. degree from Centre College of Kentucky in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Columbus Columbus 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About John Kevin West at a glance

John Kevin West is a Member based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, real estate, m&a, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1986), U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky and U.S. Court of (1986), Ohio (2014), and West Virginia (2018). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1986) and Centre College of Kentucky (A.B., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Kentucky Bar Association. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Kevin West is a lawyer practicing criminal law, environment, energy & natural resources law, environment and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Centre College of Kentucky in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John practices at Steptoe & Johnson PLLC in Columbus, OH

Practice Areas Explained

John Kevin West's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Kevin West handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

John Kevin West is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John Kevin West is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Mergers & Acquisitions

John Kevin West is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John Kevin West is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

John Kevin West is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Kevin West

Where is John Kevin West's law office located?
John Kevin West's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Steptoe & Johnson PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Kevin West handle?
John Kevin West focuses on criminal defense, real estate, m&a, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has John Kevin West practiced law?
John Kevin West has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John Kevin West go to law school?
John Kevin West earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (A.B., 1983).
How can I contact John Kevin West for a consultation?
You can contact John Kevin West directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Kevin West received?
John Kevin West's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1986
A.B.
Centre College of Kentucky
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky and U.S. Court of
Admitted: 1986
Ohio
Admitted: 2014
West Virginia
Admitted: 2018

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