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Emily J. Couch

Emily concentrates her practice on litigation. As an experienced litigator, Emily focuses on representing her clients both in and out of court. Her diverse practice areas include employment, municipal law, planning and zoning, real estate, corporate matters, and probate and estate planning. She is committed to helping both businesses and individuals navigate complex and often challenging legal situations with practical guidance and dedicated advocacy.

In addition to her core practice areas, Emily has expanded her litigation work into the unique and evolving field of fraternal law, representing organizations and members in governance, compliance, and dispute-resolution matters. She believes strongly that the best way to advocate is to educate and regularly conducts training for individuals and organizations on governance and risk mitigation measures.

Within Business & Corporate Law, Emily has focused on HIPAA compliance and other regulatory compliance. Emily is experienced in assisting businesses to develop and implement HIPAA-related policies. She has conducted workforce trainings for both small and large entities to ensure compliance with HIPAA and other federal regulations.

Beyond her professional work, Emily is deeply invested in her community. She volunteers her time and talents to support local initiatives and organizations, believing that strong community engagement is an extension of her work as an advocate. Most recently, Emily has joined the Holly Hill Child and Family Services Board of Directors in the hopes of assisting in efforts to advocate for children and families in crisis.

A proud mother of three, Emily is also actively involved in youth swimming, where she aims to support and encourage young athletes in their growth both in and out of the pool.

Quick Facts

Office:

225 West Court Street

Cincinnati, OH 45202

Practice Areas:

Litigation

Business/Corporate Law

Municipal/Government Law

Employment Law

Estate Planning and Probate

Real Estate- Landlord/Tenant Law

Regulatory Compliance- HIPAA

Fraternal Law

Admissions

Supreme Court of Ohio, 2017

Supreme Court of Kentucky, 2018

U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio, 2018

U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky, 2018

Education

Northern Kentucky UniversitySalmon P. Chase College of Law J.D.

Northern Kentucky University, B.A. History

Professionally & Community Affiliations

Ohio State Bar Association

Cincinnati Bar Association

Northern Kentucky Bar Association

Kentucky Bar Association

 

Salmon P. Chase Inn of Court

Super Lawyers- Rising Star 

 

Northern Kentucky Clippers, Board of Directors

Holly Hill Child and Family Solutions, Board of Directors

Hazing Prevention Network, Board of Directors 

 

Publications

Bloomberg Law, Tax and Accounting, Portfolio 379-1st T.M., QDROs and Similar Assignments of Income/Retirement Assets (publication in 2020)