Atty. Joseph Ross Durham

Atty. Joseph Ross Durham

Joseph Ross Durham is a lawyer practicing public law, solid waste management, litigation and 4 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.A. degree from College of Wooster in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Columbus Columbus 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Ross Durham at a glance

Joseph Ross Durham is a Member based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Eastman & Smith Ltd.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, tax, litigation, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio (1991). Educated at Lewis and Clark's Northwestern School of Law (J.D. Certificate, 1990) and College of Wooster (B.A. Lewis, 1987). Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joseph Ross Durham is a lawyer practicing public law, solid waste management, litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from College of Wooster in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Joseph practices at Eastman & Smith Ltd. in Columbus, OH and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Ross Durham's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph Ross Durham handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Joseph Ross Durham

Where is Joseph Ross Durham's law office located?
Joseph Ross Durham's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Eastman & Smith Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Ross Durham handle?
Joseph Ross Durham focuses on criminal defense, tax, litigation, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Joseph Ross Durham practiced law?
Joseph Ross Durham has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Joseph Ross Durham go to law school?
Joseph Ross Durham earned their education at (J.D. Certificate, 1990); (B.A. Lewis, 1987).
How can I contact Joseph Ross Durham for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Certificate
Lewis and Clark's Northwestern School of Law
- 1990
B.A. Lewis
College of Wooster
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1991

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