Growth footprints Legal services firm Eastman & Smith is expanding its Ohio footprint with new offices in Cleveland and Columbus, signaling potential cross-office client referrals, additional service lines, and opportunities for enterprise-grade legal outsourcing or managed legal services for corporate clients in multiple Ohio markets.

Strategic hires Recent addition of trial attorney Gregg A. Peppel suggests an emphasis on strengthening litigation capabilities; sales teams should target mid-market and corporate clients in regulated sectors that require robust trial and dispute resolution support.

Recognition boost Being named a Best Law Firms recipient for 2026 enhances credibility with prospective clients; leverage this accolade in proposals and RFPs to differentiate from competitors and open doors with risk-averse organizations seeking reputable counsel.

Scale and stability Revenue range of 250 to 500 million with 51-200 employees positions Eastman & Smith as a sizeable regional player; target mid to large Ohio-based organizations and nonprofits that benefit from a trusted firm with broad capacity and local presence.

Technology footprint Utilization of standard legal tech and analytics tools (tag manager, Piwik PRO, SSL security, etc.) indicates a modernized practice; approach clients with solutions that integrate data-driven risk management, compliance, and digital strategy to improve efficiency and outcomes.