As a Shareholder in Strauss Troy’s litigation group, Alex Rodger focuses on a wide range of complex commercial and business litigation, including class action defense. He approaches each case as a true business partner, addressing not just the legal aspects but also the best possible business outcome for his clients. With extensive trial experience under his belt, Alex has successfully handled numerous jury and bench trials on a variety of issues. He’s also known for his persuasive brief writing skills, having won countless dispositive motions and argued cases in appellate courts. Alex has a wealth of experience in real estate litigation, fiduciary disputes, breach of contract matters, non-compete and trade secret cases, as well as arbitrations.

But Alex’s expertise extends beyond just resolving disputes—he’s also committed to proactive solutions. He serves as outside general counsel for several closely held companies in the region, helping them navigate legal matters before they escalate. Alex’s advocacy and litigation skills have earned him recognition from The Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, and the Ohio State Bar Association. In 2015, he was one of just two attorneys statewide to receive the prestigious Rising Litigator Award from the OSBA’s litigation section. He has also been named a Rising Star in Business Litigation by Super Lawyers and recognized by Best Lawyers in America for his work in Commercial Litigation.

Prior to attending law school, Alex attended Pepperdine University and was a member of the Men’s Golf Team. He began a successful professional golf career upon graduation, playing all over the world and earning seven professional victories. Following his successful professional golf career, Alex attended the University of Cincinnati College of Law. While in law school, he was a nationally ranked mock trial competitor. He was also on the Dean’s List and the recipient of the ALI-ABA Scholarship and Leadership Award, as well as the John W. Peck Award for Trial Advocacy. Alex still competes in amateur golf tournaments around the country and has been name Greater Cincinnati Golf Association Player of the Year four times. 

"Ohio Simplifies Employment Law Statues"

“How to Win Your Case in Opening Statement: Federal Bar Association Rising Professionals Symposium,” February 2018.

“Is Congress Inadvertently Putting Companies Out of Business? The Effect of the TCPA on Unwitting Marketing Efforts.” By Alex S. Rodger, Cincinnati Business Courier, September 30, 2016 (co-authored by Daniel J. Donnellon).

• The Best Lawyers in America®, 2025
• Super Lawyers Rising Star in Business Litigation, 2019-2022
• Ohio State Bar Association, Rising Litigator Award, 2015
• University of Cincinnati College of Law, Dean’s List
• John W. Peck Award, Excellence in Trial Advocacy
• American Law Institute-American Bar Association Award, excellence in scholarship and leadership
• 4-time Greater Cincinnati Golf Association Player of the Year (2017, 2019, 2020, 2024)
• 3-time USGA Championship competitor
• 5-time Metropolitan Mid-Amateur Champion (2017, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2024)
• Champion, 108^th Tony Blom Metropolitan Amateur Championship 2017
• Runner-Up, 107^th Tony Blom Metropolitan Amateur Championship 2016
• 2022 Ohio Mid Amateur Champion
• Runner-Up, 115^th Tony Blom Metropolitan Amateur Championship 2024

• Federal Bar Association, Chairman of Young Lawyers Division, 2017
• Potter Stewart Inn of Court, Barrister’s Board
• Federal Bar Association, Coach for Summer Mock Trial program
• University of Cincinnati College of Law Volunteer Mock Trial Coach
• Cincinnati Bar Association
• First Tee of Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, Advisory Board
• Cincinnati Marlins, Board Member
• Maketwah Country Club, Board Member
• Crossroads Church, Student Ministries Leader

Represented clients in defense of class claims under Ohio Lemon Law, TCPA, and RICO.

Represented corporations in defense of wage an hour collective and class claims under FLSA.

Represented national gym franchise in putative class action obtaining dismissal through motion.

Obtained summary judgment for large regional bank in defense of breach of consumer contract claims and Telephone Consumer Protection Act claims.

Represented national lift truck manufacturer in product liability defense and enforcement of non-competition covenants.

Represented corporation in prosecution of misappropriation of trade secrets litigation.

Represented manufacturing company in toxic tort litigation.

Represented real estate firms in lease enforcement around the country.

Represented local financial institution in defense of claims for misappropriation of trade secrets, tortious interference, and civil conspiracy.

Obtained seven figure judgment for commercial landlord enforcing lease agreement against tenant that raisedCOVID-19 as defense.