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Timothy W. Effler

Associate Assistant Attorney General
Consumer Protection Section

Contact
Section number: 419-245-2556
Timothy.Effler@OhioAGO.gov

Tim joined the Attorney General’s Office in 2020, where he serves as an Associate Assistant Attorney General. Tim is responsible for investigating and litigating cases involving violations of state and federal consumer protection laws. 

Prior to joining the Attorney General’s Office, Tim worked in private practice for approximately 12 years, focusing primarily on residential and commercial real estate issues. During that time, Tim also worked as the Managing Attorney of the Lucas County Public Defender’s Office, Juvenile Division.

BAR ADMISSIONS
  • Supreme Court of Ohio, 2008
EDUCATION
  • University of Toledo College of Law, Juris Doctor, 2008
  • Bowling Green State University, 2005
  • Bachelor of Science, Education