Sandy Meizlish
About Sandy Meizlish
Sandy Meizlish is a Partner at Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP, where he has worked since 1979. He has received numerous accolades, including recognition as one of Ohio's top trial attorneys and inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America listing.
Work at Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP
Sandy Meizlish has served as a Partner at Barkan Meizlish DeRose Cox, LLP since 1979. With over 45 years of experience at the firm, he has contributed significantly to its reputation in the legal community. His role encompasses various aspects of legal practice, particularly in personal injury law, where he has achieved notable success for his clients.
Education and Expertise
Sandy Meizlish earned his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Capital University Law School in 1979. He also holds a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Missouri, obtained in 1976. His legal expertise is recognized through various memberships, including the American Trial Lawyers Association and the Ohio Association for Justice. He has been admitted to practice in multiple federal courts, including the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, and Eleventh Circuits.
Achievements
Sandy Meizlish has been recognized for his legal accomplishments, including being named one of the top 100 trial attorneys in Ohio by the American Trial Lawyers Association. He has been featured on the Superlawyers.com 'Top Rated Personal Injury Attorneys' list since 2009 and included in the Best Lawyers in America listing since 2013. Additionally, he is a life member of both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, reflecting his success in securing substantial settlements for clients.
Community Involvement
Sandy Meizlish is actively involved in various community initiatives. He has participated in the William A. Barkan Memorial 3 on 3 Charity Basketball Tournament and served as a board member for the Leo Yassenoff Jewish Community Center. He co-chaired the Columbus Jewish Film Festival in 2016 and 2017 and has been a board member of the Columbus Jazz Arts Group since 2021. His contributions extend to the Columbus Bar Foundation and the Columbus State Community College Foundation Board.
Professional Associations
Sandy Meizlish maintains membership in several professional organizations, including the Melvin M. Belli Society and the American Association for Justice (Leaders Forum). He is also a member of the Franklin County Association for Justice. His involvement in these organizations reflects his commitment to the legal profession and advocacy for justice.