Local governments and governmental partnerships play a vital role in planning and funding infrastructure projects like highways, bridges, and public transit systems, which are essential for keeping the state’s economy operating smoothly.
The investment that Ohio continues to make in its core infrastructure also creates jobs, both during construction and through the long-term economic growth that improved infrastructure supports. Better roads and public transit attract businesses to establish operations in Ohio, boosting local economies and providing more employment opportunities.
We’re proud to play our part, working closely with elected and appointed leaders throughout Ohio’s villages, townships, cities, counties, metropolitan planning organizations, and the state’s government agencies to improve the lives of Ohioans each day. And we work with the economic and business interests in Ohio and from outside the state that are driving production, commerce, employment, and real impact in Ohio’s local communities.
Key Areas of Focus
- Government Relations + Advocacy: Navigating the political landscape and advocating for favorable policies and regulations is crucial. Our firm’s history is highlighted by the role it continues to play in influencing legislation, analyzing and acting upon public policy on behalf of our clients, and creating government relations strategies for businesses throughout the region.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations is also essential. This includes compliance with procurement laws, environmental regulations, labor standards, and public safety requirements.
- Transportation Improvement Districts: Kegler Brown’s lawyers have been on the leading edge of TID projects across the state since their inception in 1993. We have served as project counsel on more TID improvements than any other law firm in the state and have developed efficient, innovative, and programmatic approaches to advancing infrastructure projects.
- Public Contracts + Procurement: Legal support is vital for managing public contracts and procurement processes. This includes drafting and negotiating contracts, ensuring compliance with bidding procedures, and addressing any disputes that arise during the procurement process.
- Infrastructure Development: Supporting infrastructure projects, such as roads, bridges, public transportation, and utilities, involves navigating complex regulatory frameworks and securing necessary approvals. We help to manage land acquisition, navigate construction contracts, and keep projects moving.
- Municipal Law: Advising municipalities on a wide range of legal issues, including zoning, land use, public finance, and good governance, is a key aspect of serving the government sector. This includes drafting ordinances, advising on compliance with state and federal laws, and representing municipalities in administrative proceedings and legal disputes.
- Labor + Employment Law: In Ohio, nearly 15% of the workforce is employed by government entities. Our lawyers help navigate employment and labor relations for state agencies and for contractors working on public projects.
- Litigation + Dispute Resolution: When disputes arise between businesses and state and local governments, our team of experienced attorneys helps those businesses navigate litigation, arbitration, and mediation related to a diverse range of issues, often including breach of contract, regulatory compliance disputes, and land use conflicts.
- Finance + Funding: Advising on finance and funding options for infrastructure projects is essential. This includes securing federal and state grants, budget earmarks, program funds, and other financing mechanisms to support project development and implementation.
