Charlie represents businesses in litigation in the employment, public accommodation, workers’ compensation, premises liability, and general casualty areas. He regularly represents employers in discrimination, wrongful termination, OSHA, and wage and hour claims. He also assists businesses with disability accommodation and workplace safety claims.
Charlie represents both state-fund and self-insured employers in the defense of workers’ compensation claims at the administrative level and in Ohio courts. In addition, Charlie has worked with several major trade and business organizations before the Ohio legislature regarding employment and workers’ compensation legislation and regulatory changes.
Recognized by Martindale-Hubbell for 2024 with their highest rating of AV Preeminent, Judicial Edition.
Also recognized for 2024 as a “Best Lawyer in America” in the area of Workers Compensation Law-Employers.
Charles D. Smith & Associates, LLC has been listed in the 2024 Edition of “Best Law Firms” in America.
Education
- J.D., Capital University Law School, 1983
- B.A., Ohio Wesleyan University, 1980
Bar Admissions
- State of Ohio
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit