Atty. Samuel Lillard

Atty. Samuel Lillard

Samuel Lillard is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Samuel, who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2024.

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Profile Summary

About Samuel Lillard at a glance

Samuel Lillard is a employment and litigation attorney based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. Educated at University of Cincinnati (J.D., 1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Samuel Lillard is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Samuel, who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2024
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Samuel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Samuel Lillard's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Samuel Lillard is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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

Samuel Lillard is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Samuel Lillard

Where is Samuel Lillard's law office located?
Samuel Lillard's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Samuel Lillard handle?
Samuel Lillard focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
Where did Samuel Lillard go to law school?
Samuel Lillard earned their education at (J.D., 1988).
How can I contact Samuel Lillard for a consultation?
You can contact Samuel Lillard 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 Samuel Lillard received?
Samuel Lillard's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Education

J.D.
University of Cincinnati
- 1988

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026

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