By Andi Anderson
Leah Curtis, a Canal Winchester native, has been promoted to associate general counsel for the Ohio Farm Bureau (OFBF).
In her new role, Curtis will continue to provide legal guidance to the Public Policy Department, advise on legislative and regulatory initiatives, and manage legal advocacy for the organization. She will also offer strategic leadership on legal matters impacting OFBF members across the state.
Curtis has been part of the Ohio Farm Bureau since 2010, starting as a legal research intern and growing into various legal roles within the organization.
Over the years, she has worked extensively on defending Ohio's property tax system, including the Current Agricultural Use Value (CAUV) program. Curtis is also the co-host of the OFBF podcast “Legal with Leah,” which provides valuable legal insights to Farm Bureau members on issues affecting their farms and businesses.
Beyond her legal work, Curtis leads the member engagement team, helping members navigate key issues such as animal care, food safety, and energy.
Her personal connection to agriculture runs deep, as she was raised on a family farm in Jefferson County and has long been involved with the Farm Bureau, even serving as a youth trustee on the Jefferson County Farm Bureau Board of Trustees during her teenage years.
Curtis holds a bachelor's degree, a master’s degree in public policy, and a Juris Doctorate, all from The Ohio State University. She currently resides in Franklin County with her husband, Ryan Curtis, and their three children.
The Ohio Farm Bureau is dedicated to advancing agriculture and strengthening communities by working together with Ohio’s farmers. Curtis’ promotion ensures continued leadership in legal advocacy to support this mission.
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Categories: Ohio, General