McTigue and Colombo LLC – Columbus, OH

The Gold Standard in Ohio Election Law

McTigue and Colombo LLC is a specialized law firm in Columbus known statewide as the premier authority on election and political law. Founded in 1991 by Donald J. McTigue, the firm has spent over three decades shaping the legal landscape of Ohio’s democratic process. They represent candidates, political action committees, ballot issue groups, and government entities in matters that determine who gets on the ballot and how elections are run. Located in a historic building in the Discovery District, the firm’s attorneys, including managing partner J. Corey Colombo, have served as counsel of record in over 150 Ohio Supreme Court cases. Their reputation for excellence has earned them the title of the ‘Gold Standard’ in election law by members of the judiciary.

Specialized Practice Areas

The firm occupies a unique niche, offering expert counsel in areas where law and politics intersect:

• Election Law: Handling ballot access issues, protest hearings, and litigation regarding election administration.
• Campaign Finance: Advising on compliance, reporting, and defending against complaints before the Ohio Elections Commission.
• Ballot Initiatives: Drafting petition language and guiding statewide issues through the complex certification process.
• Government Ethics: counseling public officials on ethics laws and representing them in investigations.

Trusted by Decision Makers

McTigue and Colombo LLC is not just a law firm; it is a cornerstone of Ohio’s political infrastructure. Whether you are a grassroots organization trying to place an issue on the ballot or a candidate facing a recount, you need to find a lawyer who knows the election code inside and out. The firm also assists with non-profit organization formation, helping groups establish their legal footing. Their office on East Town Street offers a discreet and professional setting for high-level strategy. When you hire an attorney at McTigue and Colombo, you are engaging a team that has successfully argued some of the most consequential political cases in the state’s history.