Bobbie S. Sprader

Partner

Bobbie is a health care litigator with 30 years of experience defending physicians and hospitals in medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury cases. Recognized as one of the leading medical malpractice defense attorneys in central Ohio, Bobbie represents major healthcare systems such as OhioHealth and several large professional liability insurance carriers representing various healthcare providers.

In her extensive courtroom experience, Bobbie has conducted numerous jury trials, argued before various appellate courts, and presented cases in Ohio at the local, state and federal level. Notably, Bobbie served as lead counsel in Comer v. Risko, where she successfully argued before the Supreme Court of Ohio.

Bobbie offers educational, advisory, and litigation support services to hospitals and healthcare providers. She has also represented healthcare providers during investigations by various professional boards. Bobbie is dedicated to providing robust legal representation while addressing the personal and professional needs of her clients and their legal challenges.

Credentials

Education

The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law (J.D.)

Bowling Green State University (B.S.)

Bar admissions

  • Ohio

Court admissions

  • Commonwealth of Kentucky
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

Affiliations and memberships

  • Ohio Health Association, Member
  • Society for Ohio Health Care Attorneys, Member
  • Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys, Member
  • Kentucky Bar Association, Member

Distinctions

  • AVVO Superb Attorney Rating (2022)
  • The Best Lawyers in America®
    • Columbus Lawyer of the Year. Litigation- Health Care; Medical Malpractice Law- Defendants (2020, 2023)
    • Litigation- Health Care; Medical Malpractice Law- Defendants (2015-2023)
  • Chambers USA®
    • General Commercial with a Band 4 ranking (2013-2018)
  • Ohio Super Lawyers®
    • Personal Injury- Medical Malpractice: Defense (2010-2014, 2018-2020)

News
  • August 21, 2025

    260 Dinsmore Attorneys Listed as 2026 Best Lawyers®, Ones to Watch

  • August 8, 2024

    Columbus Healthcare Team Highlighted in Report on Industry Expansion Driven by Litigation and Regional Growth

  • August 6, 2024

    Five-Attorney Team led by Esteemed Healthcare Litigator Bobbie Sprader Joins Dinsmore