Ohio Business & Estate Planning Attorney | Gaming, NIL & Startup Law | Cincinnati

Legal Counsel for Ohio's Athletes, Startups, Creators, and Gaming Industry

Ohio has quietly become one of the most important states in the country for sports, gaming, and entrepreneurship. With major Division I programs generating significant NIL activity, a rapidly expanding legal gaming market, and startup ecosystems growing in Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland, Ohio businesses and individuals need legal counsel that understands both the local regulatory environment and the national picture. Jacobs Counsel's Cincinnati office brings that perspective to Ohio clients across industries.

Sports Attorney and NIL Lawyer in Ohio

Ohio is home to some of the most competitive athletic programs in the country. Ohio State University alone generates massive NIL endorsement activity, and student-athletes at the University of Cincinnati, Xavier, Kent State, and dozens of other programs are increasingly attracting brand partnerships. As a sports attorney serving Ohio, Jacobs Counsel negotiates NIL endorsement contracts, reviews collective participation agreements, and helps athletes understand their rights under Ohio's NIL legislation. Founder Andrew Jacobs draws on his own experience as a Division I athlete and former NFLPA-certified agent to provide athletes with counsel that truly understands the competitive landscape.

Gaming Lawyer in Ohio

Ohio launched legal sports betting in January 2023, creating significant opportunities and compliance requirements for operators, technology providers, and ancillary gaming businesses. The Ohio Casino Control Commission oversees the state's regulatory framework, and companies entering or operating in the Ohio market need counsel that can navigate licensing applications, compliance programs, and the ongoing regulatory obligations that come with operating in a newly regulated state. Jacobs Counsel serves as gaming counsel for operators and platforms nationwide, with particular depth in understanding how Ohio's framework interacts with multi-state operations.

Startup Attorney in Cincinnati

Cincinnati's startup ecosystem, anchored by accelerators like Cintrifuse and a growing venture capital community, has produced companies across fintech, healthtech, consumer products, and SaaS. As a startup attorney serving Cincinnati, Jacobs Counsel handles the full lifecycle of early-stage legal needs: entity formation and structuring, founder agreements, investor documentation, employment and IP assignment agreements, and ongoing outside counsel relationships. Our fixed-fee, subscription-based model is built specifically for founders who need reliable legal support without unpredictable hourly billing.

Estate Planning Lawyer in Cincinnati

Ohio's estate planning landscape requires attention to both state-specific rules and broader wealth preservation strategies. For Cincinnati professionals, business owners, and families with assets across multiple states, Jacobs Counsel creates comprehensive estate plans including wills, revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. We coordinate with our clients' financial advisors and CPAs to ensure plans are efficient, properly funded, and aligned with long-term family goals.