Top Litigation Lawyers Near Me in Columbus Area

I bring a unique combination of knowledge and experience in employment law and intellectual property to my business clients that assists them in protecting their most valuable assets - their people and their intellectual property. From appropriately structuring the company, to assisting in managing its affairs through contracts, non-compete agreements, and necessary employment policies, to protecting its assets, and finally to working it towards succession planning, I am with my client each step of the way.. I also help my clients with their four legged assets through my equine law practice providing various agreements such as boarding contracts, waivers, sales contracts, and pet trusts, as well as advising in a myriad of equine related legal issues.. In my spare time, you guessed it, I tend to my two rescued off the track TB's and menagerie of spoiled dogs.

I am an attorney who assists businesses and individuals in in the area of financial insolvency and litigation. My clients need a professional that not only knowledgeable and technically savvy, but one that has a heart of a teacher, is patient, and understands the implications of their situation and the stress that they are under. I am that attorney.I strive to provide a personal service to my clients that will lead not only to their satisfaction, but also to my own: that I have done my absolute best to deliver excellent results for my clients in accordance with their goals and objectives. I present my clients with options, educate them about their potential paths, and, without pressure, help them choose the right course. During the process, I treat them how I would want to be treated my first and only time through a financial or legal struggle. At the end, the great joy of my career is to see the changed countenance of my clients. The stress is gone, and they are free to live again.In more advanced cases, I have the technical skill and knowledge to proceed through litigation in state and federal court. My presentation skills are superb; I have a knack for making complex issues easy to understand. I am detail-oriented and a quick learner. In my experience with Chapter 11 bankruptcies, receiverships, and general litigation, I have met both my clients legal goals and professional expectations on numerous occasions.I am driven to excellence. I will not settle for mediocre, nor leave on the table an opportunity to push the limits of what can be done. I am personable, kind and resourceful. I take the initiative to meet challenges head-on and will always strive to be my absolute best. My family and my clients deserve no less.

I am a well-rounded down to Earth attorney who recognizes the everyday struggles that individuals and small business run into. My advice and legal services are geared toward practical and effective solutions to those problems. I believes that there is no need to throw the book at a situation, (which costs money) unless the situation calls for the book to be thrown. Sometimes less can be more for small businesses. However, I is willing to do what is necessary to get my clients the best results.

I am a trilingual attorney licensed in Ohio and New York. My diverse professional and cultural experiences afford me a unique perspective when it comes to problem solving. I pride myself on working efficiently and diligently, being respectful to colleagues and clients, and ensuring excellent results. Contact me for a free consultation to see how I can help you!

Grant Carpenter is a dedicated and accomplished attorney who has been serving clients since earning his law license in 2017. His commitment to excellence in the legal field is evident in his outstanding academic achievements—graduating from law school a semester early and scoring in the 95th percentile on the bar exam.. Recognized as a Super Lawyer Rising Star, a prestigious honor awarded to only the top 2.5% of attorneys under 40 in each state, Grant has built a reputation for his legal insight, dedication to his clients, and deep-rooted connection to his community.. Born and raised in Central Ohio, Grant takes great pride in his Ohio heritage. He is a proud Ohio State University Buckeye and a graduate of Capital Law School. His ties to the region run deep, shaping his understanding of the local legal landscape and strengthening his commitment to serving individuals and businesses across Ohio.. Grant is licensed to practice in all Ohio state courts, as well as the U.S. District Court for both the Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio, allowing him to advocate for clients in legal matters at both the state and federal levels.. Outside of his legal practice, Grant enjoys traveling to new destinations with his wife, who is also from Central Ohio. He cherishes time spent with family, who are spread across Ohio, Florida, and New Orleans.. With a passion for justice, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to his clients, Grant Carpenter stands ready to provide exceptional legal representation.

David Rayfield graduated with a B.A. from Rhodes College in 1994 and a J.D. from the University of Alabama in 2001. Following his graduation from the University of Alabama, David began his legal career by opening his own office with a law school classmate in Phenix City, Alabama. He enjoyed a general practice with an emphasis on civil litigation for his first five years of practice before being invited to join a regional firm based in Columbus, Georgia as a partner in 2006. There, David focused his practice on business litigation and representing individuals that had been injured, damaged or otherwise harmed by others. In July, 2015, David joined the law firm of Waldrep, Mullin & Callahan, LLC as a partner to continue his emphasis on handling complex civil litigation matters. Licensed in both Alabama and Georgia, David is currently focused on representing both plaintiffs and defendants in a variety of areas, including commercial litigation, probate litigation, and negligence actions.. Beyond his litigation practice, David is also very active in the legal community, having served as President of the Columbus Bar Association (2019-20), Treasurer of the Columbus American Inns of Court (2016-20), President of the Chattahoochee Bar Association (2009-2010), President of the Russell County, Alabama Bar Association (2005-2006), President of the Columbus Trial Lawyers Association (2013-2015), and Vice-President of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association, 2nd Congressional District (2015-2016). David also co-chaired the launch of the Columbus American Inns of Court mentoring program in 2020, was instrumental in the 2019 restart of the Muscogee County Truancy Intervention Program (TIPs), and served as a mentor to numerous children through the TIPs program. He has also volunteered with the Muscogee County Legitimation Station and provided pro bono assistance to numerous veterans through his association with House of Heroes – Chattahoochee Valley Chapter.. Outside of the legal profession, David has served as a Trustee for the Muscogee County Library Foundation (2015-2018), a Board Member for the St. Luke Early Learning Center (2010-2018), and is a member of St. Paul Methodist Church in Columbus. He is also a graduate of Leadership Georgia (2020-21) and served as a program chair in 2022.. David has made his home in Columbus, Georgia since 2004 and where he currently resides with his wife, Dr. Stuart Eddings Rayfield, President of Columbus State University, and their two daughters.

Commerical Litigator, Business & Tax Litigation Attorney in Columbus, Ohio.. Christopher Tackett is an experienced litigator and problem solver that takes pride in identifying and executing creative solutions to resolve complex issues for his clients. Mr. Tackett represents businesses in commercial litigation; business negotiations; employment advising and litigation, including internal investigations and response to discrimination charges filed with the EEOC and OCRC; along with various types of administrative litigation before state and federal agencies, including those adjudicating employment matters and tax controversies. Mr. Tackett frequently handles commercial litigation matters involving complex contract disputes, contentious business breakups, D&O claims, IP and trade-secret litigation, and disputes regarding alleged non-solicitation or non-compete violations between businesses and their former employees. Also, Mr. Tackett has handled a number of cases involving class actions and other types of procedurally complex litigation, including as lead counsel defending a class action alleging violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).. Mr. Tackett is admitted to practice law in Ohio, as well as admissions to the federal district courts for the Northern and Southern District of Ohio, and admission to practice before the U.S. Tax Court. Mr. Tackett also represents businesses in privately administered arbitration, and arbitration before the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and JAMS (Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services, Inc.). Further, in Mr. Tackett's tax litigation and tax controversy practice, he represents clients in administrative and quasi-judicial forums before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the Ohio Taxation, and the Ohio Board of Tax Appeals.. Additionally, Mr. Tackett is actively involved in several industry-leading professional groups, including: as a member of the American Bar Association, actively involved in its Section of Litigation, and member of the Business Torts and Unfair Competition Law Committee and Co-Chair of its Sound Advice Podcast; member of the Ohio State Bar Association; and, the Human Resources Association of Central Ohio, for which he also serves on its Legal Affairs Committee.

Catherine Woltering focuses her practice on complex commercial, securities, and bankruptcy litigation matters, with experience in all phases of civil litigation in state and federal court, alternative dispute resolution, and managing large scale cases in high profile and pressure environments. Catherine believes it is vital to understand her client’s goals and expectations at the outset of an engagement. Once these are established, Catherine collaborates with her clients and colleagues to develop the strongest possible strategy to achieve client objectives, whether defensive or offensive, before disputes erupt into expensive and protracted litigation.

Brandon Snellings grew up in Phenix City, Alabama where he attended Glenwood School graduating as Salutatorian.  While in high school, Brandon was recognized by the University of Alabama as a Capstone Scholar and attended the World Affairs Seminar at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, the National Student Leadership Conference for Law and Advocacy at American University in Washington, D.C., and the ILISA Language Institute while studying abroad in Costa Rice. He was also named as a state finalist in Alabama for Wendy’s High School Heisman for his efforts in academics, athletics, and community service.. Following high school, Brandon attended Mercer University as a Josiah Penfield Scholar earning his undergraduate degree.  At Mercer, Brandon was inducted into the Gamma Sigma Alpha honor society, played for Mercer’s tennis team, again studied abroad in Morocco, and joined Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity serving multiple offices including president and spending all four years on its executive board.  Brandon also participated in Lambda Chi at a national level attending the Impact Leadership program at the University of Florida and serving on the fraternity’s national status committee at the University of Maryland.. Continuing his education, Brandon attended Mercer University’s Walter F. George School of Law as a Jesse Mercer Scholar.  Throughout law school Brandon advanced in Mercer’s oral argument and client counseling competitions, captained one of the school’s most successful intramural teams, and focused his education on trial practice including advanced litigation drafting, trial practice manual, and earning an advanced writing and research honor.  During his time at law school Brandon also spent two years in Macon, Georgia clerking in the fields of Personal Injury and Worker’s Compensation.  Prior to graduation, he also returned to Columbus in order to clerk for Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit Superior Court Judges, the Honorable Douglas Pullen and Honorable Bobby Peters.. Returning home after completing his education, Brandon has continued to enjoy being involved in the legal field and local community including serving as president of the Columbus Young Lawyers Division, on the executive board of the Columbus Bar Association, and treasurer of the Columbus Trial Lawyers Association, as well as, participating in local CORTA tennis leagues, CASA soccer leagues, and has both acted as legal counsel for and played with the Columbus Lions and Beyond the Game Sports leagues.  Brandon resides in Phenix City with his wife, Andrea Kirsti Snellings, who works locally for TSYS and teaches ballet at Columbus School of Music and Dance.  Together, they are avid Auburn fans.

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Allison has been serving small businesses and auto dealerships for over nine years. As counsel for small business owners, she has the distinct advantage of growing up with a small business owner as a father and running her own law practice. The experience of both her father and her own business helps her understand the importance of legal issues to her cllients. In her career, Allison has defended businesses from consumer, State of Ohio, and State of Michigan actions. Allison also serves as general counsel for many of her Clients. Allison’s practices focuses on litigation, appearance in front of state agencies, and compliance.. Do you have a great idea or passion you want to turn into a business? Awesome! We would love to hear about it and help you get it off the ground! We help clients determine the proper entity type, complete the appropriate forms with the state and federal government, and draft the operating agreement. Once the Client is ready to operate, we work with Clients to negotiate vendor contracts or draft contracts for the Client to use with its customers. We also help clients think about the other “non-legal” stuff too, like finding insurance and a good accountant. If you are looking to start a new business, give us a call!. Did you receive a customer complaint? From the BBB? Attorney General? Secretary of State? Local Court? It is so important to respond to these complaints quickly and appropriately. It is tally the easiest and cheapest opportunity a business will have to resolve the dispute. We work with our clients on strategies to resolve minor complaints before they become big and expensive. Other times, we step in to resolve the dispute for our Client. It all depends on where the dispute is in formality and our Client’s preference. In all situations, we provide our Clients the tools to ensure that it will resolve the dispute for good. If you need help with a customer dispute, we are here to help!. Are you hiring your first employee? Have you thought about all you need to do aside from finding the right person? You need to set up payroll, register for workers compensation coverage, create an employee manual, put up Department of Labor posters in the office, and so much more. We help our Client’s navigate all of the requirements, plus create policies and procedures that work for the company. We also review and edit these policies and procedures from time to time to keep up with things like the advent of social media and medical marijuana. If you are hiring your first employee or need to update your policies, let’s chat and see if we can help!. Allison is licensed in Ohio and Michigan, as well as the federal Courts in Ohio and Michigan. Allison is a proud graduate of the University of Michigan and Capital University Law School.

A former United States Army Reserve Specialist who earned his law degree from Capital University Law School, Damion is accustomed to achieving success through hard work and a desire to be the best. He believes the key to winning a case is a lawyer's ability to think on his or her feet and substantial preparation.. Prior to joining James E. Arnold & Associates, Damion was an Associate Assistant Attorney General with the Ohio Attorney General's Office and handled numerous matters before the Ohio Board of Tax Appeals, the State Medical Board of Ohio, and local courts of common pleas.. While in the taxation section of the Ohio Attorney General's Office, Damion handled cases involving sales and use tax, personal income tax, school district income tax, corporate franchise tax, personal property tax, commercial activity tax, tax increment financing and real property exemption requests by churches and health care facilities. While practicing before the State Medical Board of Ohio, Damion handled matters involving the appropriate standard of care, chemical dependency, application fraud, actions by other states, acts constituting a felony, licensure and mental impairment cases. Damion has also successfully argued many cases before the Ohio Supreme Court and Courts of Appeal.