About Terry W. Posey, Esq.
Three decades in the courtroom. Nineteen years behind the badge.
Before I Was Your Lawyer, I Wore the Badge
I spent 19 years as a Dayton Police officer and sergeant, serving in patrol, detective, and vice assignments, and earned the department's Medal of Valor along the way. I've stood at the scene of the crash, sat across from the injured, and seen exactly how insurance companies and government systems decide what a person's suffering is "worth." Today I use every bit of that experience to fight for the people on the other side of that decision.
For more than 30 years, I've represented two groups of Ohioans who deserve a relentless advocate. The first is injury victims: people hurt in auto and truck collisions, motorcycle and bicycle wrecks, slip-and-falls, dog bites, and other preventable accidents, along with the families of those lost to wrongful death. The second is public servants: the police officers, firefighters, teachers, and public employees who spent their careers serving Ohio and now need help securing the disability and pension benefits they earned through the five state systems: OPERS, STRS, SERS, OP&F, and HPRS. Few attorneys in Ohio handle both. Fewer still have lived the work from the inside.
That dual focus is not an accident. My years in uniform taught me how injuries really happen, how reports get written, and how claims get valued. That knowledge pays off when I'm building your case. And having served alongside officers and firefighters, I understand what a career of service costs the body, and I know how hard the pension funds can make it to collect what you were promised. When I sit across from an insurance adjuster or a pension board, I'm not guessing how the other side thinks. I already know.
Over 1,000 cases and millions recovered later, my approach hasn't changed. You work directly with me, not a call center and not a rotating cast of paralegals. I return your calls. I explain your options in plain language. And in injury cases, you pay nothing unless I win: no fee unless we recover for you. My practice is based in the Dayton area and reaches clients across the state of Ohio.
If you've been injured, or if a pension fund has denied the benefits you earned, don't accept "take less" as the final word. Call for a free, confidential consultation, and let's talk about how I can help.
Terry W. Posey, Esq.
Law Offices of Terry W. Posey, Centerville, Ohio
Education
Capital University Law School
University of Dayton
Prior Career
19 Years, Dayton Police
Officer and Sergeant
Recognition
Medal of Valor
Dayton Police Department
Ohio State Bar
Member in Good Standing
30+ Years
Court Admissions
Ohio State Courts
Federal Courts
Practice Focus
Personal Injury
Ohio Public Pension Law
Dual Practice Expertise: A Unique Advantage
Personal Injury Law
From his earliest days in practice, Terry has represented accident victims throughout the Dayton area. Nineteen years of police work taught him how collisions actually happen and how reports get written, and three decades of practice taught him how insurers decide what a claim is worth. His experience includes:
- Auto and truck accident cases
- Motorcycle and bicycle accidents
- Slip and fall injuries
- Dog bite cases
- Premises liability claims
- Product liability
- Wrongful death cases
No fee unless we win means you can pursue justice without financial risk.
Ohio Pension Fund Law
Terry's specialized knowledge of Ohio's public pension systems sets him apart from most attorneys. Having served alongside officers and firefighters himself, he understands what a career of public service costs the body, and how hard the funds can make it to collect what you were promised. Through years of representing teachers, police officers, firefighters, and other public employees, he has mastered:
- OPERS disability applications and appeals
- STRS retirement benefit disputes
- SERS disability cases
- OP&F police and fire pension claims
- HPRS highway patrol cases
- Administrative hearing procedures
This expertise is rare and invaluable when your financial future is at stake.
A Philosophy of Service
Terry W. Posey entered law to help people, not corporations or institutions. Throughout his career, he has maintained that focus:
- People Over Profits: Every case is about a real person facing real challenges, not just a file number
- Accessibility: Clients have direct access to their attorney, not just paralegals or assistants
- Clear Communication: Legal jargon is translated into plain English so you understand your case
- Thorough Preparation: Cases are built carefully with attention to every detail
- Aggressive Advocacy: When fighting insurance companies or pension boards, you need someone unafraid to fight for your rights
- Local Knowledge: Deep familiarity with Dayton-area courts, judges, and legal procedures
Why Clients Choose Terry W. Posey
Proven Track Record
30+ years of successful results in both personal injury and pension cases. More than 1,000 cases handled and millions recovered for clients.
Personal Attention
You work directly with Terry Posey, not junior associates. Your case receives the attention it deserves.
Local Experience
Based in Centerville, serving Dayton for decades. We know the local courts, judges, and legal community.
Trial Experience
While many cases settle, we're fully prepared to take your case to trial if necessary to get you fair compensation.
Specialized Knowledge
Dual expertise in injury law and pension law means comprehensive understanding of complex cases.
Client-Focused
We return calls promptly, explain things clearly, and treat every client with respect and dignity.
Community Commitment
Terry W. Posey has served the Dayton area both in uniform and in the courtroom: 19 years as a police officer and sergeant, and more than 30 years since as a trial lawyer. That long-standing presence means:
- Deep roots in the community we serve, going back to 19 years on the Dayton Police force
- Understanding of local issues and concerns
- Relationships with other legal professionals
- Commitment to serving Ohio residents
- Reputation built on years of service
When You Need an Attorney Who Cares
Whether you're dealing with injuries from an accident or fighting for your pension benefits, you need more than just legal knowledge. You need an attorney who genuinely cares about your outcome.
Terry W. Posey brings both: the experience and expertise gained from 30+ years of practice, combined with a personal commitment to each client's success. When you hire our firm, you're not just getting a lawyer. You're getting a dedicated advocate who will fight for your rights every step of the way.
Ready to discuss your case? Contact us today for a free consultation. We'll listen to your situation, explain your legal options, and help you make informed decisions about moving forward.
Experience the Difference of Personal Service
When you need legal help, you deserve an attorney with experience, expertise, and a commitment to your success. Contact Terry W. Posey today.