Practice areas: Family Law; view more
Licensed in Ohio since: 2017
Education: University of Cincinnati College of Law
Selected to Rising Stars: 2025 - 2026 Call today:
513-454-6872
The Lampe Law Office, LLC
9277 Centre Pointe DriveSuite 100
West Chester, OH 45069 Visit website
As a family law practitioner since 2018, Stephen Joseph Otte has created a strong reputation for professional excellence throughout the greater Cincinnati area. He prides himself on offering exceptional representation for all his clients through strategic advocacy and an unwavering commitment to achieving their goals. As an associate attorney at The Lampe Law Office, LLC, in West Chester, Ohio, Stephen represents clients from Butler, Hamilton, Warren, and Clermont counties in all family-law related matters from divorce, child custody and support, post-decree modifications, domestic violence civil protection orders, and appeals.
Stephen completed his undergraduate studies at Hanover College, where he graduated cum laude with his Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology in 2014. Thereafter, he immediately enrolled at the University of Cincinnati College of Law. During his time in law school, he was the Senior Articles Editor of the university’s Law Review, served as the vice president of the Mock Trial Team, interned for a Federal Judge, and engaged in multiple volunteer positions. Just prior to graduation, he was awarded the Norbert Heinsheimer Essay Prize for Best Law Review Comment. In 2017, he received his Juris Doctor and obtained his license to practice law in Ohio that same year.
What sets Stephen apart is his commitment to exceeding client expectations and his devotion to professional excellence. Stephen approaches each case with diligence, responsiveness, and a focus on problem-solving. He is very hard working, detail oriented, and practices with integrity. Moreover, he strives to instill confidence in his clients through his knowledge of the law and experience in the courtroom. His clients know that his advice is sound and that he will successfully guide them through all the uncertainties of their case, from simple to highly complex matters. These attributes have earned Stephen a reputation for being an excellent lawyer among his colleagues, the judiciary, and his clients alike.
Outside of his practice, Stephen is a highly engaged member of the legal community. He belongs to the Cincinnati Bar Association, is highly involved in the volunteer lawyer project, previously served as a board member for the Hamilton Juvenile Law Committe, and also coached high school mock trial.
Practice areas
Family LawFocus areas
Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Father's Rights, Juvenile Law, Marital Property, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Name Change, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Same Sex Family Law
- 100% Family Law
First Admitted: 2017, Ohio
Professional Webpage: https://www.lynnlampelaw.com/attorney/stephen-j-otte/
Bar / Professional Activity
- (1) Since 2018, I have served on the Volunteer Lawyer's Project (VLP) assisting multiple low-income families pro bono. (2) From 2019 - 2023, I served as the Board member of the Hamilton County Juvenile Law Committee (Liaison to Cincinnati Bar Association) (3) From 2019 - 2020, I served as the mock trial coach for a local high school.
Representative Clients
- I want to thank the committee for naming me to the 2025 Super Lawyers Rising Star List last year. I am especially honored and humbled by that distinction. I believe that my continued commitment to professional excellence this past year, combined with greater experience, an even stronger reputation, and my continued involvement in the legal community, make me a very strong candidate for the 2026 Super Lawyer's Rising Star list. I am confident the committee will find that I have not only built upon all of the attributes that they saw in me last year, but they will see that I have developed additional qualities as well. Those who know me well will attest that there are few attorneys who put in the same effort that I do day in and day out. While this often means I work very long hours, it is not just a function of time that sets me apart, but also the degree of individual attention that I give all my clients, along with my commitment to achieving the best result possible in every matter. I am a strategic advocate and a diligent, hardworking professional. I never take short-cuts, and I try to always be the most prepared in the room. I also show respect, empathy, and integrity in every interaction. These qualities have led me to achieve many favorable outcomes, both in and out of court. I believe my attributes are becoming increasingly recognized. Over the past year, I have seen the number of my referrals increase dramatically. There's not a day now where my scheduled isn't filled. Many members of the bar, and even some magistrates whom I practice in front of, have all referred clients to me, including some of their closest family and friends. The common theme I hear from these referral sources is that they know that I will do an excellent job for each client and that I can be trusted. This past year, I have gained even more valuable experience taking on a variety of new cases, many of which are highly complex. In addition to my busy domestic relations practice, my family law appellate practice has grown considerably as well. It is evident that I am becoming a referral destination for those in need of a family law appellate attorney, which I believe is a reflection of my strengths in analytical thinking and persuasive writing. In addition to my personal practice, I continue to give back. Last year, I volunteered dozens of hours of my time to assist the Volunteer Lawyers Project (VLP) where I helped families in need. The work was not light, but it was highly rewarding. This coming year, I plan to continue my work at the VLP, while I also intend to serve the Family Law Clinic in Hamilton County. Overall, I have worked exceptionally hard this past year to build my practice and further solidify myself as one of the best family law attorneys in Cincinnati. I don't say that to brag but to highlight my dedication to the practice of law and to serving others. I believe these qualities make me a perfect candidate for the 2026 Rising Stars list. As I did last year, I encourage the committee to review my online reviews to see for themselves what my clients think. The link can be found here: Stephen J. Otte - a West Chester, Ohio (OH) Family Law Lawyer (findlaw.com) Several other clients have reviewed me on my law firm's Google review page, which can be found here: the lampe law office llc - Google Search Please note that these reviews are nearly all organic and unsolicited. They represent what I believe most, if not all, of my clients experience. Finally, I want to close with an email that I received this past October 2024 from a client of mine. This client had a very difficult post decree case, yet I was able to successfully guide her through that process, while showing kindness and empathy along the way. I believe this email highlights the lasting impression that I leave with my clients. Hi Stephen,I just wanted to reach out to say hello and reiterate my appreciation for you. There are many times that my appreciation of your kindness enters on a random day at a random moment in time and I just think that you should know that. In a world where the hustle and bustle goes by, I hope that you find peace and pride in knowing that your ability to see people, really see them… well it isn’t just for a finite moment. Your empathy, generosity and belief in instilling the courage in resilience - I’ll hold that close to me forever and it helps fuel the ability for me to see that in others and pay it forward.
Pro bono / Community Service
- I have volunteered with the Volunteer Lawyer's Project since 2018, where I have handled multiple cases pro bono, 2025
- Covington Catholic High School Mock Trial Team coach.
- Tenant Information Project.
- Hamilton County Youth Court.
Honors
- 2017 Norbert Heinsheimer Essay Prize for Best Comment
- Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers, 2025
Educational Background
- University of Cincinnati College of Law, 2014-2017
- Hanover College - BA Psychology, 2010-2014
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Whether the EPA has Authority under the CAA to Enforce President Obama's Clean Power Plan, University of Cincinnati Law Review, 2015
- Whether the DOJ Should Have Authority to Compel Apple Inc. to Breach its IPhone Security Measures, University of Cincinnati Law Review, 2016
Office location for Stephen J. Otte
9277 Centre Pointe Drive
Suite 100
West Chester, OH 45069
Phone: 513-454-6872
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2025 - 2026
