Ohio Crisis Management Legal Counsel

Gregory J. Vincent Law partners with institutions, corporations, public agencies, and executives across Ohio to develop and execute tailored crisis response strategies that prioritize legal compliance, operational continuity, and reputational preservation.

From emergency injunctions and media risk planning to defending against regulatory investigations, our crisis management team helps you respond with precision—minimizing exposure, safeguarding leadership, and restoring stakeholder confidence.

DR. VINCENT: 35+ YEARS OF HIGH-STAKES LEADERSHIP

Dr. Vincent is a nationally recognized authority on institutional integrity, crisis preparedness, and public accountability. As a former Ohio Assistant Attorney General, university president, and legal educator, he has led responses to regulatory investigations, discrimination scandals, campus protests, and other public-facing challenges that require urgent legal and reputational strategy.

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  • Former Ohio Assistant Attorney General – Led civil rights litigation & regulatory enforcement.
  • Argued Precedent-Setting Civil Rights/ Discrimination Cases Before the Ohio Supreme Court
  • Former Vice President & Professor of Law, University of Texas at Austin – Oversaw Title IX, employment discrimination & institutional compliance.
  • Executive Director, Education & Civil Rights Initiative, University of Kentucky – Led national conferences on civil rights, education law, and equity policies.
  • HBCU Pre-Law Hall of Fame Inductee (2023) – Recognized for expanding legal education access to underrepresented students.
  • 2016 Educator of the Year – University of Pennsylvania – Honored for leadership in civil rights and higher education law.
  • Certified Civil Rights Mediator – Experienced in resolving EEOC, DOJ, and institutional disputes.
  • Senior Counsel, National Diversity Council – Providing strategic guidance on civil rights, diversity, and inclusion initiatives.

Dr. Vincent understands the legal, reputational, and operational demands of crisis. His leadership and discretion offer clients the trusted guidance they need when the stakes are highest.

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Comprehensive Crisis Management Services

Emergency Injunctions & Legal Intervention

When swift legal action is needed to stop ongoing harm, protect rights, or maintain control, we move quickly. Our firm seeks emergency court orders and injunctions to preserve the status quo while longer-term strategies are developed and executed.

Media & Public Relations Legal Strategy

In high-profile cases, the legal narrative matters. We advise leadership on public statements, draft media responses, and collaborate with PR teams to ensure that legal and reputational interests are aligned—protecting public trust while managing risk.

Reputational Risk & Damage Control

Crises like data breaches, executive misconduct, or workplace scandals can threaten an organization’s very identity. We help clients develop recovery strategies that address legal fallout while restoring stakeholder confidence and protecting brand value.

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Emergency Response Planning

Preparation is the best defense. We help clients build comprehensive crisis response protocols, including chain-of-command planning, legal triage systems, regulatory response timelines, and media scripts to ensure readiness when crises arise.

Regulatory Investigations & Government Inquiries

Whether triggered by whistleblower complaints, media reports, or agency audits, regulatory investigations can spiral quickly. We represent clients during state and federal investigations, helping them respond strategically, minimize liability, and comply without compromising legal rights.

Proactive Response & Steadfast Counsel

When challenges arise, your institution can’t afford hesitation or confusion. Gregory J. Vincent Law delivers the structure, speed, and strategic focus necessary to navigate crises effectively—whether responding to breaking events or preparing for the next unexpected disruption.

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“We were on the brink of giving up—until your guidance changed everything.”

– Robert L. Gilbert, President- Ohio Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Orphan’s Home & Ohio Veterans’ Children’s Home

Crisis management is not just about response—it’s about leadership, clarity, and safeguarding the values your institution stands for.

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Gregory J. Vincent Law empowers leaders, institutions, and organizations to meet moments of crisis with strength, preparedness, and trusted legal counsel.