Steph West is a 2028 J.D. Candidate at ONU
Steph West is a 2028 J.D. candidate at Ohio Northern University Law School. She will sit for the bar in 2028. Upon licensing, she plans to practice in the fields of sports and entertainment. She plans to perform special case and/or pro bono work for special victims in civil and criminal cases.
West can currently be employed as a law clerk, legal intern, or researcher. She cannot provide legal advice or attorney services until licensing in 2028. Bookmark this page for blog posts and future relationships.
~ Holly Gleason, Title IX Coordinator, Muskingum University, on West’s internship work in the Tiitle IX office 2024-2025
“Stephanie possesses the core competencies that distinguish exceptional legal professionals: rigorous analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, self-motivated research abilities, practical problem-solving aptitude, and the capacity to communicate complex information effectively to diverse audiences. Her interdisciplinary background and genuine commitment to civil rights work position her to make meaningful contributions wherever she applies her talents.”
Sports
West has been part of the sports world her whole life, first as an athlete then a coach, and finally covering high school, college, and pro sports as a reporter. She was voted Best Sports Reporter among other awards for her coverage of the NHL and Columbus Blue Jackets. She was also a certified ACE personal trainer and an advocate for women’s sports, pushing for more opportunities across middle and high school sports.
Entertainment
West is a Silver Telly Award recipient whose short film “Olsky” is an Emmy-nominated (regional) short film. She’s an alum of the New York Film Academy and Sundance Collab courses. West began her career starring in front of the camera as a model and actress. She also worked in broadcast doing live spots for Fox Sports Ohio. She’s a producer, writer, and director who owns and operates 11/1 Productions.
Special Victims
West has a deep passion for helping special victims and seeking justice for those women and children who have not been able to successfully to do so for themselves. She has an affinity for single parents and their struggles at the intersections of employment, finances, sexual crimes, transportation, and housing. She understands the special needs of this marginalized and vulnerable population.
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