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Thompson Hine LLP, a full-service business law firm with approximately 400 lawyers in 8 offices, was ranked number 1 in the category “Most innovative North American law firms: New working models” by The Financial Times and was 1 of 7 firms shortlisted for The American Lawyer’s inaugural Legal Services Innovation Award. The firm has been recognized by the National Law Journal as a Legal Technology Trailblazer and featured by Bloomberg for its innovative service delivery models, which drive accuracy and predictability. The firm’s commitment to innovation is embodied in Thompson Hine SmartPaTHTM – a smarter way to work – predictable, efficient and aligned with client goals. For more information, please visit ThompsonHine.com and ThompsonHine.com/SmartPaTH.

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Thompson Hine lawyers Steven G. Stransky, Thomas F. Zych, Thora Knight and Kimberly Pack's article, "Ohio Enacts Law Regulating Ransomware Payments and Cybersecurity,” was featured in <em>Pratt’s Privacy and Cybersecurity Law Report.</em>

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<a>The authors discuss Ohio’s recently enacted operating appropriations bill that includes provisions to regulate how and when state agencies can make ransomware payments, including a new requirement related to consultation with and approval from legislative officials. The bill also sets forth new cybersecurity standards and cyber-related event reporting requirements for state agencies.</a>