About Steven
Steven D. Maas is an attorney specializing in workers' compensation law at Heller, Maas, Moro & Magill Co., LPA, located at 54 Westchester Drive, Suite 10, Youngstown, Ohio. He joined the Ohio State Bar in 1982, following his admission to the West Virginia State Bar in 1980. The firm focuses on assisting injured workers and individuals seeking Social Security disability benefits, reflecting a commitment to community welfare in the Mahoning Valley. Before pursuing a legal career, Maas worked in the steel industry, where he gained firsthand experience with workplace injuries. This background inspired him to advocate for workers facing legal challenges.
He earned his Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University School of Law in 1980, after obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Ashland College in 1977. His educational foundation laid the groundwork for a successful legal career dedicated to representing those in need. After law school, Maas began his practice in Charleston, West Virginia, where he represented injured workers. In 1982, he returned to Ohio to continue his practice, focusing on workers' compensation law. Over the years, Maas has achieved significant results for his clients, including several awards exceeding $1 million. Notably, in the case of Village v.
General Motors Corp., the Ohio Supreme Court ruled in his client's favor, establishing that injuries can develop gradually over time—a landmark decision in workers' compensation law. In another significant case, Fisher v. Mayfield, Maas successfully argued that injuries sustained by a teacher before school hours could warrant disability benefits. This case set a precedent for off-hour injuries, further solidifying his reputation as a skilled advocate for injured workers. Maas's legal expertise has not only benefited his clients but has also contributed to the evolution of workers' compensation law in Ohio. In addition to his legal practice, Maas serves as an Acting Judge in the Newton Falls Municipal Court, dedicating approximately six weeks per year to hearing mostly misdemeanor cases.
He is actively involved in bar organizations and has supported the Diabetes Association through fundraising bicycle rides. Outside of his professional commitments, Maas enjoys water skiing, restoring old cars, and managing his 250-acre farm near Newton Falls. Heller, Maas, Moro & Magill Co., LPA is a community-oriented law firm with deep roots in the Mahoning Valley, dedicated to helping injured and disabled Ohioans obtain the benefits and compensation necessary for their recovery. The firm offers free case evaluations and has offices in Youngstown, Warren, Salem, and Akron. For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact Heller, Maas, Moro & Magill Co., LPA at (330) 792-6611 or visit their website.
