Brian Shinn

Brian Shinn is an Adjunct Professor at the Law School of Capital University in Ohio. With over two decades of legal experience, he currently serves as Deputy Chief of Staff for Columbus City Attorney Zach Klein, while also contributing his expertise in government and LGBTQ+ law.

• J.D., with Honors, The Ohio State University
• B.A., summa cum laude, West Virginia University

Research and Expertise: Professor Shinn specializes in legal domains including LGBTQ+ law, Election law, Legal Ethics, and Employment law. His work bridges practical governance challenges with academic rigor, emphasizing civil rights, judicial ethics, and administrative law frameworks.

Professional Impact: He previously held leadership roles as President of the Stonewall Columbus Board of Trustees and a ten-year member of the Columbus Community Relations Commission. His career spans roles as Chief Legal Counsel for the Ohio Secretary of State, Assistant Disciplinary Counsel for the Supreme Court of Ohio, and private practice in domestic relations and employment law.