Atty. Mark A. Shaw
Mark A. Shaw represents employers in workers' compensation, litigation and employment matters.
Litigation - Labor and Employment & More Attorney · Serving Columbus, OH
Profile Summary
About Mark A. Shaw at a Glance
Mark A. Shaw is a employment, workers comp, and litigation attorney based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Eastman & Smith LTD. Educated at University of Toledo (J.D., 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers (2026). Serves clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark A. Shaw
Mark A. Shaw represents employers in workers' compensation, litigation and employment matters.
He has represented both private and public sector employers before state courts and at all administrative levels before the Industrial Commission. He is a frequent speaker and guest lecturer at seminars regarding workers' compensation and employment law topics. Mr. Shaw is a member of Eastman & Smith, practicing in the Firm's Columbus, Ohio, office, and is listed in Best Lawyers in America®.
EXPERIENCE
His practice covers the range of employment issues, including:
- Appellate Practice
- Disability Accommodation & Leaves of Absence
- Discrimination & Harassment
- ERISA and Benefit Litigation
- Litigation & Trials
- Training & Compliance
- Workers' Compensation
- Workplace Safety
COMMUNITY/PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Mr. Shaw is actively involved in the Ohio Chamber of Commerce Workers' Compensation Committee which monitors and recommends workers' compensation legislation in the General Assembly.
Practice Areas Explained
Mark A. Shaw's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark A. Shaw handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Columbus.
Employment Law in Columbus
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Mark A. Shaw is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →
Workers Compensation in Columbus
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Mark A. Shaw is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Ohio →
Civil Litigation in Columbus
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Mark A. Shaw is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Columbus
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 venue, 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.
Columbus Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Columbus-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Columbus Choose Mark A. Shaw
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Mark A. Shaw's practice in the field of employment, workers comp, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, workers comp, and litigation, Mark A. Shaw can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Columbus
A Columbus-based practice means Mark A. Shaw attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Mark A. Shaw Handles in Columbus
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Mark A. Shaw has experience with under Ohio law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Mark A. Shaw directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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