Practice areas: White Collar Crimes, Criminal Defense
Licensed in Ohio since: 2011
Education: Capital University Law School
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2026 
Selected to Rising Stars: 2019 - 2025 The Stavroff Law Firm
772 S Front StSuite 600B
Columbus, OH 43206 Phone: 614-964-5390 Email: Jeffrey Stavroff Visit website
Details 
The Stavroff Law Firm is a boutique law firm dedicated to providing strategic, personalized legal counsel. Led by attorney Jeffrey Stavroff, the firm combines deep legal expertise with a commitment to client advocacy, ensuring that clients receive clear, practical guidance tailored to their unique challenges. Whether navigating complex federal investigations or charges filed by local law enforcement, The Stavroff Law Firm approaches every case with precision, integrity, and a results-driven mindset. With a reputation for responsiveness and professionalism, The Stavroff Law Firm serves clients across Ohio with a hands-on approach that prioritizes transparency and trust. The firm’s philosophy centers on building lasting relationships through honest communication and effective representation. From initial consultation to final resolution, clients can expect thoughtful legal strategies, meticulous attention to detail, and a partner who genuinely cares about their success. The Stavroff Law Firm stands as a reliable ally in the pursuit of justice.
First Admitted: 2011, Ohio
Professional Webpage: https://www.stavrofflaw.com/about
Bar / Professional Activity
- Columbus Bar Association, Member, 2011-Present
- The Koffel Law Firm (Columbus, Ohio). Associate Attorney, January 2015-December 2015
- Leon David Bass, Of Counsel to Taft, Stettinius & Hollister LLP (Columbus, Ohio).Legal Intern, May 2009-August 2009
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio—Magistrate Judge Terence Kemp (Columbus, Ohio).Legal Extern, May 2009-August 2009
- City of Columbus, Ohio—Office of the Columbus City Attorney, Richard C. Pfeiffer, Jr. (Columbus, Ohio).Assistant City Attorney, Prosecutor Division, December 2015-July 2016
- City of Columbus, Ohio—Office of the Columbus City Attorney, Richard C. Pfeiffer, Jr. (Columbus, Ohio).Assistant City Attorney, Trial Unit, November 2011-December 2013
- Ohio State Bar Association, Member, 2011-Present
- City of Columbus, Ohio—Office of the Columbus City Attorney, Richard C. Pfeiffer, Jr. (Columbus, Ohio). Assistant City Attorney, Domestic Violence Unit, January 2014-December 2014
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Notary Public. (State of Ohio.), 2011
- Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement Certification (ARIDE). (State of Ohio, Highway Patrol.), 2012
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Impaired Driver Field Sobriety Test Certification (City of Columbus, Ohio, Division of Police Training Academy.), 2013
Pro bono / Community Service
- Independents’ Day, One of four attorneys serving on the legal team of Independents’ Day, a weekend-long festival in Columbus, Ohio featuring live music from local and national artists, food, and other entertainment. Sought necessary permits. Coordinated with local government officials and law enforcement personnel. Reviewed contractual agreements for performing artists., 2016
- Ohio Center for Law-Related Education (OCLRE), High School Mock Trial Competition, Served as a trial judge for the 2014 High School Mock Trial Competition sponsored by OCLRE. Provided feedback to students, and rated the performance of the students., 2014
- The Alvis House, Served on the event planning board for the Alvis House’s annual “Evening of Light” event in May 2014. Alvis House is a nonprofit organization that specializes in “re-entry” initiatives for offenders who are released from incarceration. The goal of Alvis House is to help offenders re-enter society as productive, law-abiding citizens by providing housing, vocational resources, and other treatment options. The Alvis House’s Evening of Light event began in 2014 and will continue annually., 2014
Educational Background
- J.D., Order of the Curia, Capital University Law School (Columbus, OH), 2011
- B.M., Summa Cum Laude, Berklee College of Music (Boston, MA), 2008
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Wrote a comment published in the Capital University Law Review, Volume 39, titled Damages in Dissonance: The “Shocking” Penalty for Illegal Music File-Sharing, 39 Cap. U. L. Rev. 659 (2011) (discussing the real-life consequences of copyright infringement on internet file-sharing networks and urging Congress to amend certain provisions of the Copyright Act)., Author, Damages in Dissonance: The “Shocking” Penalty for Illegal Music File-Sharing, Capital University Law Review, 2011
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Capital University Law Review at Capital University Law School (Columbus, Ohio). Staff Member, Volume 38, August 2009-May 2010. Wrote a comment published in the Capital University Law Review, Volume 39, titled Damages in Dissonance: The “Shocking” Penalty for Illegal Music File-Sharing, 39 Cap. U. L. Rev. 659 (2011) (discussing the real-life consequences of copyright infringement on internet file-sharing networks and urging Congress to amend certain provisions of the Copyright Act). Reviewed articles, notes, and comments for grammar, punctuation, and legal citation.
- Capital University Law Review at Capital University Law School (Columbus, Ohio).Executive Publishing Editor, Volume 39, May 2010-August 2011. Responsible for the visual quality of the Capital University Law Review, Volume 39. Active participant in the publication and review of articles, notes, and comments.
- Honors Teaching Assistant to Professor Stanton Darling at Capital University Law School (Columbus, Ohio), August 2010-December 2010.Selected by Professor Stanton Darling to serve as a teaching assistant in an advanced, second-year civil procedure class offered at Capital University Law School titled Civil Procedure and Jurisdiction Plus. Focused specifically on federal subject-matter jurisdiction issues., 2010
Honors
- Summa Cum Laude, Berklee College of Music, 2008
- AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell, 2017
- Top Lawyers Award, Columbus CEO Magazine, 2017
- American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys. “10 Best” DUI/DWI Law Attorney Client Satisfaction Award, 2015., "10 Best" DUI/DWI Law Attorney Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys, 2015
- Top Forty Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers, 2017
- Top Lawyers Award, Columbus CEO Magazine, 2018
- Order of the Curia, Capital University Law School, 2011
- AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell, 2016
- Top Forty Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers, 2018
- Lead Counsel Rated in Criminal Law - State Felony & Misdemeanor, Thomson Reuters Lead Counsel Review Board, 2018
Office location for Jeffrey Stavroff
772 S Front St
Suite 600B
Columbus, OH 43206
Selections
1 Year Super Lawyers
7 Years Rising Stars
- Super Lawyers: 2026
- Rising Stars: 2019 - 2025