Jason Dodson
Shareholder, Shareholder-in-Charge of Akron Office, Roetzel Consulting Solutions Director
222 South Main Street
Suite 400
Akron, OH 44308
P 330.849.6631
F 330.376.4577
P 330.849.6631 | F 330.376.4577
Overview
Jason’s practice is focused on advising public, for-profit and non-profit clients as they encounter a myriad of legal, regulatory and strategic issues. Jason is well-versed in public law, including public finance, public-private partnerships, compliance, legislative matters, public labor and employment law, governmental relations and navigating local, state and federal government administrations. He also focuses his practice on assisting both public and private parties in economic development and real estate development projects, bringing an in-depth knowledge of incentives, development finance, development structures, real estate matters, land use and zoning. Jason also advises corporate entities and small businesses on real estate, leasing, commercial transactions and governance needs.
As a Director of Roetzel Consulting Solutions, Jason focuses on providing comprehensive solutions to both public and private clients alike, including governmental relations, business development, communications and crisis management. He understands that most complex matters involve strategic, practical and political considerations, and he assists his clients in balancing these dynamics during their decision-making process. Jason’s experience in local and state government and politics enable him to provide unique and valuable insight to obtain his client’s desired outcome.
Prior to joining Roetzel and Andress, Jason served as Chief of Staff to two County Executives in Summit County, Ohio over an 11-year period. Immediately prior to serving as Chief of Staff, Jason served as Assistant Director of Law for Summit County. He also represented public, for-profit and non-profit clients before joining the Summit County Executive’s Office.
Services
- Real Estate
- Real Estate Development
- Land Use & Zoning
- Commercial Leasing
- Corporate & Transactional
- Government Relations
- Public Law
- Public / Private Infrastructure
- Public Finance
- Government Contracting & Procurement
- Education Law
- Qualified Opportunity Zones
- Roetzel Consulting Solutions
Industries
Education
-
The University of Akron School of Law,
J.D.
- cum laude
-
The University of Akron,
B.A.,
Political Science
- summa cum laude
Credentials
Bar Admissions
- Ohio
Court Admissions
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Recognitions
- Former Chief of Staff to Summit County Executives Russ Pry and Ilene Shapiro
- Former Assistant Director of Law, County of Summit
- Greater Akron Chamber’s 30 for the Future Award Recipient
- Former Councilmember and Charter Review Commission Member – Village of Mogadore
- Named to The Best Lawyers in America® for Municipal Law (2023)
Affiliations
Professional Affiliations
- Akron Bar Association
- Ohio State Bar Association
Community Affiliations
- Greater Akron Chamber, Board Member
- Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board, Board Secretary
- TeamNEO Business Development Council, Member
- Progressive Alliance Community Development Corporation, Board Member
- CANAPI, Board Member
- ConxusNEO, Governance Committee Chair
- Akron Bar Foundation Fellow
- Leadership Akron - Class 29
Insights
Alerts
Clashing Times: Developments Concerning Transgender Student Athletes (Apr 10, 2023)
New Ohio Law Impacting Indemnity in Public Works Design Contracts (Mar 31, 2023)
Supreme Court Holds Districts May Be Sued for Damages Even When IDEA Administrative Process Is Not Exhausted (Mar 23, 2023)
Developmental Delay Now Reaches Beyond Preschool (Jan 30, 2023)
Ohio S.B. 61 Adds Protections for Solar Panels on Condominium and Planned Community Homes (Aug 18, 2022)
Presentation
"Planning for the American Rescue Plan: A Local Perspective" - Roetzel Webinar (May 2021)
Firm News
Roetzel Positions Itself for the Future (Mar 20, 2023)
Roetzel Attorneys Recognized in 2023 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® (Aug 18, 2022)
Jason Dodson Quoted in Akron Beacon Journal (Jan 22, 2021)
Roetzel Expands Akron Office with Addition of Dodson and Anglewicz (Sep 6, 2019)
Summit County Chief of Staff Jason Dodson to Join Roetzel & Andress LPA and Roetzel Consulting Solutions in September (Jun 18, 2019)
Services
- Real Estate
- Real Estate Development
- Land Use & Zoning
- Commercial Leasing
- Corporate & Transactional
- Government Relations
- Public Law
- Public / Private Infrastructure
- Public Finance
- Government Contracting & Procurement
- Education Law
- Qualified Opportunity Zones
- Roetzel Consulting Solutions
Industries
Overview
Jason’s practice is focused on advising public, for-profit and non-profit clients as they encounter a myriad of legal, regulatory and strategic issues. Jason is well-versed in public law, including public finance, public-private partnerships, compliance, legislative matters, public labor and employment law, governmental relations and navigating local, state and federal government administrations. He also focuses his practice on assisting both public and private parties in economic development and real estate development projects, bringing an in-depth knowledge of incentives, development finance, development structures, real estate matters, land use and zoning. Jason also advises corporate entities and small businesses on real estate, leasing, commercial transactions and governance needs.
As a Director of Roetzel Consulting Solutions, Jason focuses on providing comprehensive solutions to both public and private clients alike, including governmental relations, business development, communications and crisis management. He understands that most complex matters involve strategic, practical and political considerations, and he assists his clients in balancing these dynamics during their decision-making process. Jason’s experience in local and state government and politics enable him to provide unique and valuable insight to obtain his client’s desired outcome.
Prior to joining Roetzel and Andress, Jason served as Chief of Staff to two County Executives in Summit County, Ohio over an 11-year period. Immediately prior to serving as Chief of Staff, Jason served as Assistant Director of Law for Summit County. He also represented public, for-profit and non-profit clients before joining the Summit County Executive’s Office.
Education
-
The University of Akron School of Law,
J.D.
- cum laude
-
The University of Akron,
B.A.,
Political Science
- summa cum laude
Credentials
Bar Admissions
- Ohio
Court Admissions
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Recognitions
- Former Chief of Staff to Summit County Executives Russ Pry and Ilene Shapiro
- Former Assistant Director of Law, County of Summit
- Greater Akron Chamber’s 30 for the Future Award Recipient
- Former Councilmember and Charter Review Commission Member – Village of Mogadore
- Named to The Best Lawyers in America® for Municipal Law (2023)
Affiliations
Professional Affiliations
- Akron Bar Association
- Ohio State Bar Association
Community Affiliations
- Greater Akron Chamber, Board Member
- Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board, Board Secretary
- TeamNEO Business Development Council, Member
- Progressive Alliance Community Development Corporation, Board Member
- CANAPI, Board Member
- ConxusNEO, Governance Committee Chair
- Akron Bar Foundation Fellow
- Leadership Akron - Class 29
Insights
Alerts
Clashing Times: Developments Concerning Transgender Student Athletes (Apr 10, 2023)
New Ohio Law Impacting Indemnity in Public Works Design Contracts (Mar 31, 2023)
Supreme Court Holds Districts May Be Sued for Damages Even When IDEA Administrative Process Is Not Exhausted (Mar 23, 2023)
Developmental Delay Now Reaches Beyond Preschool (Jan 30, 2023)
Ohio S.B. 61 Adds Protections for Solar Panels on Condominium and Planned Community Homes (Aug 18, 2022)
Presentation
"Planning for the American Rescue Plan: A Local Perspective" - Roetzel Webinar (May 2021)
Firm News
Roetzel Positions Itself for the Future (Mar 20, 2023)
Roetzel Attorneys Recognized in 2023 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® (Aug 18, 2022)
Jason Dodson Quoted in Akron Beacon Journal (Jan 22, 2021)
Roetzel Expands Akron Office with Addition of Dodson and Anglewicz (Sep 6, 2019)
Summit County Chief of Staff Jason Dodson to Join Roetzel & Andress LPA and Roetzel Consulting Solutions in September (Jun 18, 2019)