Randall M. Comer
Partner
Randall joined Martin Browne in 2003 and has been a partner since 2008. Randall’s practice area is general defense litigation with an emphasis on labor, employment, and workers’ compensation matters. Born and raised in Springfield, Randall and his family are proud to call the area their home.
- Ohio
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
- Ohio State Bar Association, 2000 – Present
- President, 2017-2018
- President-Elect, 2016-2017
- Board of Governors, 2013-2016
- Clark County Bar Association, 2003 – Present
- President, 2020-2021
- President-Elect, 2019-2020
- Dayton Bar Association, 2015 – Present
Present:
- Selective Service Board, 2004 – Present
Past:
- Community Health Foundation, Trustee, 2016 – 2020
- The Springfield Foundation, Trustee, 2004 – 2016
- Secretary, 2012-2016
- Clark County Mental Health Foundation, Trustee, 2005 – 2017 • Chair, 2014 – 2017
Awards & Recognition
- Ohio Super Lawyers®, 2011-2013, 2017-2022
- Top Rated Employment & Labor Attorney in Springfield, OH
- Ohio Super Lawyers Rising Stars®, 2005
- Best Lawyers™ 2021-2022
- Lawyer of the Year in Labor Law – Management (Dayton region)
Education
- College of Charleston, B.S. Psychology, cum laude, 1993
- University of Cincinnati School of Law, J.D., 2000
- Editor-in-Chief, University of Cincinnati Law Review
Recent News
Ohio Bar’s 25 Mile Challenge for Mental Wellness
Team Martin Browne was victorious in the recent OSBA challenge – our team of 12 members (comprised of attorneys, staff & friends of the firm) – had a last-minute surge and overcame our closest challenger, Team Ohio Bar, with 23 team members. Martin Browne ended...
Employment Law Update: The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
On March 11, 2021, The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (“ARPA”) was signed into law and includes key employment provisions of which employers should be aware. Please see the attached legal updates regarding the 100% COBRA subsidy that will go into effect on April 1,...
Clark County Bar Association Condemns Attack on the Capitol
Randall M. Comer, President of the Clark County Bar Association (2020-2021), and other leaders of the local bar association released the following press release: The members of the Clark County Bar Association condemn in the strongest terms the attack last week on the...
Martin Browne Again Has Top Rated Lawyers
Martin Browne is pleased to announce that two attorneys from the firm have again been named 2021 Ohio Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. Super Lawyers Magazine recognizes those who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement as Super...
Comer is 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” for Labor Law – Management
Partner Randall M. Comer has been named a 2021 "Lawyer of the Year" in the practice area of Labor Law - Management in the Dayton region by Best Lawyers. This recognition is based on a peer-review survey and symbolizes excellence in practice. More information on the...
Avid Cyclist, Randall Comer, Touts Bike Trails as Local Asset and Potential Economic Booster
MBHH Partner, Randall Comer, can often be found enjoying the great outdoors on his bicycle. Nice weather even calls for a bike ride to and from the office. In addition to the health and environmental benefits, Attorney Comer believes that the bike trails can offer a...
Coronavirus Update – Ohio Amended Substitute House Bill 197
Ohio Amended Substitute House Bill 197 Ohio passed legislation to address the coronavirus pandemic. Highlights of the new law impacting you and your business include the following: Extends tax filing deadline to July 15; Provides for mail-in ballots for the primary...
Employment Law Update: HR 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES)
HR 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) Here is the third major piece of federal legislation enacted to address the coronavirus pandemic. Below are highlights of the new law that may affect you, your businesses, and your employees now, soon,...
Employment Law: FFCRA Update and DOL
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (“FFCRA” or the “Act”) takes effect this week. The Act provides eligible employees with two (2) weeks of paid leave for qualifying absences and expanded FMLA leave to care for a child whose school or childcare provider is...
Coronavirus Update – Ohio’s Stay at Home Order & The Families First Coronavirus Response Act
We continue to cope with the impact of COVID-19 on our lives and workplaces. Developments, updates, and new recommendations are occurring daily. Ohio’s Stay at Home Order. To help combat the spread of COVID-19, the State of Ohio issued an order requiring all persons...
Randall M. Comer
Partner
Randall joined Martin Browne in 2003 and has been a partner since 2008. Randall’s practice area is general defense litigation with an emphasis on labor, employment, and workers’ compensation matters. Born and raised in Springfield, Randall and his family are proud to call the area their home.
Bar Admissions
- Ohio
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Professional Activities
- Ohio State Bar, 2000 – Present
- President, 2017-2018
- President-Elect, 2016-2017
- Board of Governors, 2013-2016
- Clark County Bar Association, 2003 – Present
- President, 2020-2021
- President-Elect, 2019-2020
- Dayton Ohio Bar Associations, 2015 – Present
Community Activities
Present:
- Selective Service Board, 2004 – Present
Past:
- Community Health Foundation, Trustee, 2016 – 2020
- The Springfield Foundation, Trustee, 2004 – 2016
- Secretary, 2012-2016
- Clark County Mental Health Foundation, Trustee, 2005 – 2017 • Chair, 2014 – 2017
Awards & Recognition
- Ohio Super Lawyers®, 2011-2013, 2017-2022
- Top Rated Employment & labor Attorney in Springfield, OH
- Ohio Super Lawyers Rising Stars®, 2005
- Best Lawyers, 2021 Lawyer of the Year in Labor Law – Management (Dayton region)
Education
- College of Charleston, B.S. Psychology, cum laude, 1993
- University of Cincinnati School of Law, J.D., 2000
- Editor-in-Chief, University of Cincinnati Law Review
Contact Information
Direct: 937-398-0822
Paralegal
Practice Areas
Ohio Bar’s 25 Mile Challenge for Mental Wellness
Team Martin Browne was victorious in the recent OSBA challenge – our team of 12 members (comprised of attorneys, staff & friends of the firm) – had a last-minute surge and overcame our closest challenger, Team Ohio Bar, with 23 team members. Martin Browne ended...
Employment Law Update: The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
On March 11, 2021, The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (“ARPA”) was signed into law and includes key employment provisions of which employers should be aware. Please see the attached legal updates regarding the 100% COBRA subsidy that will go into effect on April 1,...
Clark County Bar Association Condemns Attack on the Capitol
Randall M. Comer, President of the Clark County Bar Association (2020-2021), and other leaders of the local bar association released the following press release: The members of the Clark County Bar Association condemn in the strongest terms the attack last week on the...
Martin Browne Again Has Top Rated Lawyers
Martin Browne is pleased to announce that two attorneys from the firm have again been named 2021 Ohio Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. Super Lawyers Magazine recognizes those who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement as Super...
Comer is 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” for Labor Law – Management
Partner Randall M. Comer has been named a 2021 "Lawyer of the Year" in the practice area of Labor Law - Management in the Dayton region by Best Lawyers. This recognition is based on a peer-review survey and symbolizes excellence in practice. More information on the...
Avid Cyclist, Randall Comer, Touts Bike Trails as Local Asset and Potential Economic Booster
MBHH Partner, Randall Comer, can often be found enjoying the great outdoors on his bicycle. Nice weather even calls for a bike ride to and from the office. In addition to the health and environmental benefits, Attorney Comer believes that the bike trails can offer a...
Coronavirus Update – Ohio Amended Substitute House Bill 197
Ohio Amended Substitute House Bill 197 Ohio passed legislation to address the coronavirus pandemic. Highlights of the new law impacting you and your business include the following: Extends tax filing deadline to July 15; Provides for mail-in ballots for the primary...
Employment Law Update: HR 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES)
HR 748, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) Here is the third major piece of federal legislation enacted to address the coronavirus pandemic. Below are highlights of the new law that may affect you, your businesses, and your employees now, soon,...
Employment Law: FFCRA Update and DOL
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (“FFCRA” or the “Act”) takes effect this week. The Act provides eligible employees with two (2) weeks of paid leave for qualifying absences and expanded FMLA leave to care for a child whose school or childcare provider is...
Coronavirus Update – Ohio’s Stay at Home Order & The Families First Coronavirus Response Act
We continue to cope with the impact of COVID-19 on our lives and workplaces. Developments, updates, and new recommendations are occurring daily. Ohio’s Stay at Home Order. To help combat the spread of COVID-19, the State of Ohio issued an order requiring all persons...