Background & Professional Experience
Mr. Brittingham is a 2005 graduate of Hanover College in Hanover, Indiana, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Sociology while competing at the varsity level in both football and track.
He went on to graduate from the University of Dayton College of Law in 2008, the same year he was admitted to the Ohio Bar.
From 2007 to 2008, Mr. Brittingham gained valuable experience at the Montgomery County Public Defender’s Office.
From 2008 to 2011, he worked at LexisNexis, specializing in legal research while maintaining a private practice.
In June 2011, Mr. Brittingham joined the Hamilton County Public Defender’s Office, where he was quickly promoted to Municipal Court Team Leader in April 2013. During this time, he remained dedicated to advocating passionately for his clients.
In June 2015, Mr. Brittingham transitioned to The Law Offices of Steven R. Adams, LLC, where he continued to provide exceptional legal services.
In February 2021, he became owner and partner at The Law Offices of Steven R. Adams, furthering his commitment to delivering top-tier legal representation.
Professional Training and Lectures
July 2024 – Cincinnati Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Marijuana and OVIs
September 2023 – Law Office of Steven R. Adams seminar for Hamilton County Public Defender new hires – OVI 101
September 2023 – Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Evidence for Breakfast
March 2023 – Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – HGN: Seeing is Believing
December 2022 – What Every Civil Attorney Needs To Know About Criminal Law and DUI Law - Professional Responsibility & General Principles of Criminal Law Every Attorney Should Know
March 2022 – Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Out of State Convictions Bring in State Problems
December 2021 – What Every Civil Attorney Needs To Know About Criminal Law and DUI Law - Professional Responsibility & General Principles of Criminal Law Every Attorney Should Know
June 2021 – Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – Commonly Needed Tips in OVI Defense
March 2021 – Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers – The 3 Stages of OVI Detection and Apprehension
October 2019 – Law Office of Steven R. Adams internal seminar for Hamilton County Public Defender new hires – OVI 101
March 2015 – Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Advanced OVI Seminar
April 2015 – Upon invitation by the professor, taught a class on OVI fundamentals to 7 University of Cincinnati law students participating in the school’s Indigent Defense Clinic
April 2014 – Certified in the administration of Standardized Field Sobriety Test through the NHTSA Student Course
February 2014 – Lectured to a room of approximately 25 lawyers in the use of Lexis Nexis legal research software
March 2013 – Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Advanced OVI Seminar
April 2012 – National Criminal Defense College Themes and Theories Seminar
March 2012 – National Defender Training Project Opening and Closing Seminar
Awards
Tad Brittingham has earned numerous prestigious professional awards throughout his career, highlighting his exceptional skill and dedication to the legal field.
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2024 NACDA Nationally Ranked Top Ten Attorney Award: Awarded by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys, this recognition honors exceptional legal professionals who have demonstrated excellence in criminal defense. This award is significant to us because it is based on prestigious recognition bestowed upon exceptional legal professionals who have demonstrated excellence in criminal defense. Since the Law Offices of Steven R. Adams is dedicated first and foremost to the needs of the people we help, receiving this award means that Tad isn't just about legal expertise—it's a testament to our firm's core values. At the Law Offices of Steven R. Adams, our primary focus has always been on addressing the needs of those we serve. Earning this award demonstrates that you're truly embodying our mission.
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2017 Avvo Clients’ Choice Award: This award is based solely on client reviews and ratings, reflecting Tad's dedication to client satisfaction and effective legal representation. This award is particularly meaningful to us because it is based solely on client reviews and ratings. It is a pure reflection of what Tad does for the people he works for, the case results he gets, and the partnerships he forms. Since the Law Offices of Steven R. Adams is dedicated first and foremost to the needs of the people we help, receiving this award means that Tad is accomplishing our mission and meeting our goals of helping people receive
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Super Lawyers Recognition: Tad has been acknowledged by his peers and clients for his outstanding legal skills and professional achievements, earning him a place among Super Lawyers.
