Ronald R. Petroff

Ronald R. Petroff, born in Cleveland, Ohio, completed his high school education at the University School in Hunting Valley. Pursuing higher education at Vanderbilt University, he earned a bachelor's degree with a double major in Political Science and American History, graduating cum laude and participating in the Sigma Chi fraternity.

Furthering his education, Mr. Petroff attended The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, where he obtained a certificate in Alternate Dispute Resolution. During his time there, he was actively involved in the National Labor and Employment Law Moot Court Team and the National Trial Competition Team. He achieved a CALI Excellence for the Future Award for his outstanding performance in Criminal Law in the Boardroom.

In 2017, Mr. Petroff was recognized as a Columbus Business First 40 Under 40 Honoree, highlighting his significant professional and personal achievements. The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys named him one of the 10 best family law lawyers under 40 in Ohio for 2014 and 2015. Additionally, the American Society of Legal Advocates honored him similarly in 2014. In 2015, the National Association of Distinguished Counsel recognized him as one of the nation’s top 1% of attorneys, and Super Lawyers rated him as a rising star in Family Law. Consistently maintaining a 10/10 AVVO rating, he has twice received AVVO’s “Client’s Choice” award.

Mr. Petroff is authorized to practice law in all state courts and agencies in Ohio and is admitted to the United States District Court for the Southern and Northern Districts of Ohio.