Steve Goodin, Attorney at Law - Cincinnati, OH
Steve Goodin is a prominent litigation partner at Porter Wright Morris and Arthur LLP and former Cincinnati City Council member, bringing over twenty-five years of high-stakes courtroom experience to complex business disputes, economic development, government investigations, and white-collar defense.
High-Stakes Business Litigation and Public Policy Leadership
Resolving intricate commercial conflicts, navigating governmental inquiries, and defending high-exposure corporate rights demands a courtroom advocate with deep civic insight and battle-tested trial skill. Based at 250 East Fifth Street, Suite 2200, in downtown Cincinnati, Steven P. Goodin serves as a partner in the Litigation Department at Porter Wright Morris and Arthur LLP. Admitted to the Ohio Bar in 1999, Steve Goodin pairs extensive private practice acumen with distinguished public service, having served on Cincinnati City Council and as a former state and federal prosecutor. Corporate executives, property developers, and institutional leaders seeking to find a lawyer who combines commercial trial agility with an insider understanding of municipal governance trust Steve Goodin for authoritative legal counsel.
Decisive Trial Defense, Regulatory Inquiries, and Corporate Advocacy
Commercial litigation and government regulatory actions can rapidly threaten the financial viability and market reputation of an enterprise. If you need an attorney urgently when facing an aggressive regulatory subpoena, sudden commercial contract breach, or complex economic development dispute, Steve Goodin provides rapid, strategic intervention. His extensive trial practice spans state and federal courtrooms across Ohio, representing clients in grand jury proceedings, internal corporate investigations, commercial real estate disputes, and contested securities claims. As an Army Reserve veteran and former JAG officer, Steve brings disciplined tactical precision to legal conflicts, anticipating opposing strategies and positioning matters for dismissal, favorable settlement, or trial victory.
Practice Concentrations and Legal Competencies
- Complex Business Litigation: Assertive courtroom representation in commercial contract breaches, partnership separations, fiduciary disputes, shareholder oppression actions, and business torts.
- Commercial Real Estate and Land Use Litigation: Resolving high-value commercial property disputes, development zoning conflicts, tax increment financing issues, and commercial leasing defaults.
- Government Inquiries and White-Collar Defense: Defending corporations and professionals in False Claims Act matters, healthcare fraud probes, grand jury subpoenas, and administrative agency investigations.
- Employment Litigation Defense: Protecting corporate employers against wrongful termination allegations, civil rights claims, wage disputes, and non-compete enforcement actions.
- Probate, Trust, and Guardianship Litigation: Resolving high-conflict estate administration battles, trust interpretations, and contested fiduciary accountings before probate courts.
- Economic Development and Municipal Affairs: Advising commercial entities on public-private financing, local government compliance, and regional infrastructure planning.
Recognized Legal Distinction and Unwavering Civic Commitment
Steve Goodin has long been recognized for his legal ability and public dedication. Honored by his peers in The Best Lawyers in America for commercial litigation, Steve also serves as chairman of the Hamilton County Regional Planning Commission and as a trustee for the USO Ohio board. Clients who hire an attorney of Steve's background gain the institutional resources of Porter Wright, an established legal powerhouse founded in 1846. Serving clients across Greater Cincinnati, Southwestern Ohio, and the Midwest, Steve Goodin delivers the seasoned trial skills, strategic acumen, and determined advocacy required to resolve multifaceted legal disputes with confidence.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the heart of Downtown Cincinnati, situated right on the newly revitalized Court Street Plaza.
Building Location
The office is situated in a prominent 10-story Class B commercial office building constructed in 1984. The building features retail spaces on the first floor, including a Dunkin' and Tom+Chee restaurant, and is located directly across from the Kroger on the Rhine.
Parking Details
An attached six-story parking garage is directly accessible from the first four floors of the building, providing convenient parking for clients. Additionally, the multi-storey Court & Walnut Garage is situated just 0.1 miles away.
Public Transit
Served by Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority Route 43 (Downtown); nearest stop is at Courthouse.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the building's main lobby from East Court Street. Take the elevators to the tenth floor to access the offices at Suite 1000.