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For over 25 years, Paul J. Hess Jr. has represented clients ably, ethically and with great success in workers’ compensation administrative hearings and litigation. Having worked for the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, he has an insider’s knowledge of the workers’ compensation process. Mr. Hess Jr. also handles Social Security claims.

For my clients, litigation is not a process - it is personal.  Whether my client is a large business concern, a nationally renowned medical provider or a fledgling business trying to make it through the year, they entrust their problems to me.  I listen to their concerns, provide my personal insights and work with them to develop a plan of action and see it through to the end. Common sense perspectives and well defined goals yield the results they need and allow them to focus their time and energy on what matters most to them: their families, patients and businesses.. David has devoted his entire legal career to litigation. He has extensive experience in complex commercial, medical malpractice and long term care matters. He has represented Ohio businesses in litigation involving contractual obligations and unfair competition. In a commercial matter, after seven years of intense litigation, David prevailed at trial as co-counsel on behalf of 270,000 Ohio employers, obtaining a judgment for the return of $859 million dollars, leading to resolution after trial.. David also defends hospitals and physicians in numerous specialties as well as skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. Throughout his career he has successfully litigated hundreds of lawsuits, many involving commercial claims, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence and hospital liability. He has served as first chair counsel in more than 50 jury trials throughout Ohio.. David is also a frequent speaker on issues of litigation and risk management, and has been featured numerous times in the media on such matters. David is a Member of the Commercial Litigation, Medical Malpractice and Long Term Care Practice Groups.

For his record of success, Mr. Soroka has been named in Super Lawyers Rising Stars, an award limited to the top 2 ½ percent of lawyers under 40 in each state, and was recognized by Best Lawyers. He was also selected for membership into The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100. This membership is by invitation only and is extended only to those trial lawyers who have a track record of trial results and have demonstrated superior qualification. Additionally, Mr. Soroka has been included in The Nation's Top One Percent, as selected by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel, holds an Avvo "Superb" rating, and was listed in the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys' Top 10 Personal Injury Attorneys Under Age 40.

Focused on education and employment.. Chelsea prides herself on getting to know her clients and truly listening, so as to best remedy their legal issues and accomplish their goals in the process. Chelsea regularly appears in state and federal courts, and at administrative hearings. She has also argued appellate cases in front of the Sixth Circuit and state district courts.. Affiliations:. Ohio State Bar Association, Columbus Bar Association (Barrister Leadership Program), DublinChamber of Commerce (Leadership Academy), Next Gen Dublin Young Professionals Organization. Bar Admission. Ohio, 2012; U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio; U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

Experienced Attorney with a demonstrated history of working in the law practice industry. Skilled in Domestic Relations, Dissolution of Marriage, Legal Writing, Trials, and Prenuptial Agreements. Strong legal professional graduated from The John Marshall Law School.

Experienced advertising, marketing, and e-commerce lawyer. Manages legal support for Fortune 100 marketing community. Subject matter expert in advertising, marketing, and social media law, sports marketing, ad agency contracts, sweepstakes and contests, celebrity and other talent issues, and influencer marketing. Also leads cross-functional teams supporting disruptive innovation initiatives and strategic partnerships.

Eric W. Johnson received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Michigan State University in 1990 and obtained his Juris Doctorate from the University of Akron School of Law in 1995.  He has been practicing in the area of family law since 1998. Prior to joining the firm, he also worked in the areas of workers' compensation, personal injury, and insurance subrogation, among other general practice fields.. Mr. Johnson joined Sowald, Sowald, Anderson & Hawley in 2004, became a named partner in the firm in 2009, and in 2012 was designated by the Ohio State Bar Association as a Certified Specialist in Family Relations Law.. He is an active member of the Ohio State, Columbus, and Delaware County Bar Associations, serving on the family law committees of each, and is also a member of the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section. Mr. Johnson is additionally licensed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, became fellow of the Ohio State Bar Foundation in 2008, and is a member of Mensa.. Mr, Johnson welcomes all cases in the area of family law where clients expect exemplary effort and especially looks to encourage a greater number of clients to consider the benefits of non-litigation paths to resolving their concerns, including collaborative law and mediation.

EFFECTIVE, CREATIVE AND CARING.  Dennis has been a trial lawyer since he began practicing law in 2001.  His practice focuses solely on Domestic Relations matters. Dennis has extensive trial experience and has the reputation for being an aggressive advocate who seeks to protect his clients’ legal and financial interests.  From Dennis’ experience, he has learned how to guide his clients through the stressful time of life that divorce brings.  Dennis has been recognized by his peers as one of the top young lawyers in Ohio.  He has been listed in Ohio Super Lawyers magazine as an Ohio Super Lawyer Rising Star in 2005, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 which recognizes Ohio’s top young lawyers.  Dennis has moved on to be listed in Ohio Super Lawyers magazine as a Super Lawyer for 2016 -2017 which recognizes attorneys who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Dennis has been selected as one of Columbus' top attorneys in 2015 and 2016 as listed in Columbus CEO magazine.  Dennis has also been selected by The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 under 40 in Ohio which is by invitation only and is extended exclusively to individuals who exemplify superior qualifications and leadership as a trial lawyer. Finally, Dennis is listed in Rue Ratings' Best Attorneys of America and named as a 2016 Top Lawyer by the Global Directory of Who's Who, and listed as one of the Top 100 Family Lawyers in the State of Ohio for 2017 by the American Society of Legal Advocates.  While Dennis has earned recognition as one of Ohio’s top lawyers, what sets him apart from other lawyers is his genuine concern for those who suffer the pain of divorce and he strives to make a difference in the individuals he represents.

Dustin Blake is one of Ohio’s premier criminal defense attorneys and trial lawyers.  Mr. Blake has represented hundreds of individuals charged with felony and misdemeanor crimes.   Mr. Blake also handles select high stakes civil lawsuits.  Mr. Blake has been recognized by peers and colleagues as a Top Lawyer in Central Ohio by Columbus C.E.O. Magazine and rated by Martindale-Hubbell as an AV® rated attorney, the highest such rating available to any individual lawyer.  AV Preeminent® is a significant rating accomplishment - a testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him at the highest level of professional excellence.  Mr. Blake is a member of many legal organizations including The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers, which is an invitation-only national organization, composed of America’s Top Trial Lawyers.Mr. Blake is admitted to practice before the Ohio Supreme Court, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit.  Practice Areas: Criminal Law:  Federal / State Crimes, Felony / Misdemeanor Crimes, Appeals.  White Collar Crimes,  Drug Trafficking / Possession / Paraphernalia,  DUI / OVI / DWI,  Money Laundering,  Embezzlement / Forgery / Theft / Fraud,  Crimes of Violence,  Sex Crimes,  Computer Crimes,  Gun Crimes,  Extradition,  Parole Violations,  Expungements. Civil Litigation.

Drawing upon his trial experience as a former federal prosecutor with the Criminal Tax Division of the Department of Justice and his substantive civil federal tax background and experience, with a Master in Tax Law from Georgetown University and as Certified Public Accountant (inactive), Mr. Grady’s practice primary centers on federal white collar defense representation and representation and litigation with the Internal Revenue Service in income and estate tax, criminal tax, trust fund recovery tax controversies, and complex collection controversies and litigation.  The firm’s federal criminal tax and federal white collar crime defense representation relates to administrative and grand jury investigations and indictments relating to alleged violations of federal criminal tax, currency violations, health care fraud, money laundering, wire and mail fraud, securities fraud, and other white collar related laws and investigations initiated and conducted by the Internal Revenue Service, Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Attorney’s Offices, Department of Justice, and other federal law enforcement agencies.  The firm’s civil tax controversy representation relates to representation before the IRS in all stages of civil tax controversies, from audit examination, appeals, complex collection representation, penalty matters, refunds, liens and levies, trust fund recovery controversies, and civil and criminal litigation against the IRS.  Finally, the firm represents corporate and small businesses in planning, structuring and representation, including substantive civil tax advice planning for businesses and individuals, including assisting individuals with estate and asset protection planning.. Terrence A. Grady & Associates, Co., L.P.A. is a boutique law firm primarily focused on providing legal representation and counsel to individuals and businesses faced with civil and criminal tax related controversies with the IRS and States.

Douglas Koppel practices workers’ compensation in the Columbus and Circleville offices.  Doug grew up in central Ohio and earned his B.A. in History from the Ohio State University.  He stayed at Ohio State for law school and obtained his J.D. in 2008.  Doug remains an avid OSU sports fan, attending several football and basketball games each year.  He also follows Cleveland sports teams.  A new father, Doug spends most of his time with his wife and son.

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Denise Mirman is the managing partner of Friedman & Mirman Co. LPA, a nine-lawyer firm  that practices family law exclusively. She has been rated "Superb" by Avvo. She has also been listed in Best Lawyers in America in Family Law for several years, a distinction limited to just 1% of the practicing attorneys in the country as voted upon by other lawyers, and she is  the Best Lawyers in America 2015 Lawyer of the Year in Family Law in Central Ohio.  She has  been included in Super Lawyers every year since inception and is on several "top lists" in Columbus and Ohio.   The firm has also been named  a First Tier law firm in Family Law by Best Lawyers. Ms. Mirman has also achieved the peer review rating of "AV-Preeminent" (the highest rating available) under Martindale-Hubbell's rating system for legal ability and ethical standards.. The firm's partners are experienced trial lawyers, but they know that litigation is not always the best solution, and they are accomplished negotiators.  The firm is the first family law firm in Central Ohio to offer an alternative dispute resolution division, Friedman & Mirman Civil Solutions.        Denise regularly represents clients in divorces and dissolutions in various counties throughout  Central Ohio, in all areas of  family law, with an emphasis on  complex business valuations, custody litigation, and support, retirement, and property division issues.  Please see the full website, , for more information about  Denise and the  firm.. Denise is very active in the Central Ohio community, including currently serving as a member of the Board of Directors of the Alzheimer's Association Central Ohio Chapter.

DeAnna is part of our domestic law practice. She was previously a member of the Babbitt & Dahlberg firm. After graduating from Wellesley College with degrees in economics and political science, DeAnna attended Capital University Law School. She was a member of the Order of the Curia and worked as a law clerk for Justice Judith Ann Lanzinger of the Ohio Supreme Court and graduated cum laude in 2011.. DeAnna knows how to think on her feet and diffuse difficult situations. She was recognized by Thomson Reuters as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2018, 2019 and 2020.. A native of Upper Arlington, Ohio, DeAnna and her husband, Forrest, have two children. In her leisure, DeAnna trains for and runs half and full marathons.

David P. Meyer is the founding principal of the Meyer Wilson law firm. The top-rated law firm is devoted exclusively to representing investors who have claims against their stockbrokers/investment advisors and prosecuting consumer class actions. With offices in Ohio, California and Michigan, Mr. Meyer has successfully represented approximately 1,000 individual and institutional investors across the country in claims of investment misconduct. He has also served as lead and co-lead class counsel in numerous consumer class actions. Meyer Wilson has recovered more than $350,000,000 for its clients.. Mr. Meyer is listed in the 2018 edition of The Best Lawyers in America ®. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers as a "Lawyer of the Year." He continues to receive the top rating of "AV Preeminent" by Martindale Hubbell and has been named a Super Lawyer since 2011.. Mr. Meyer has achieved jury awards, arbitration awards and settlements with a combined value of hundreds of millions of dollars on behalf of his clients. He has the honor of winning the largest jury verdict in Ohio's history, a jury verdict in excess of $260 million on behalf of 250 investors against Prudential Securities.. Mr. Meyer is a recognized authority on securities arbitration procedure and often serves as a guest lecturer on securities fraud and stockbroker malpractice. Bar associations regularly invite him to speak to attorneys at educational seminars. He also provides education to investor groups, accountants and other financial professionals concerning investor protection.. He can be reached via email at or by calling toll-free, .

David Ingram was admitted to the Ohio Bar in 2012. He is licensed to practice in the Supreme Court of the United States, the United States District Court, Southern District of Ohio, the United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. He is a graduate of The Ohio State University and Capital University Law School. His experience covers matters related to criminal law, buisness, and regulated sectors from the perspective of trial counsel and experience as in-house counsel and an executive director. He has handled hundreds of criminal and admninistrative case throughout Ohio.. He was chosen as National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 for 2016 through 2019 and listed on of 52 Young Professionals to Know by City Pulse. His creative, pragmatic, and passionate approach delivers the expected result with high client satisfaction.

Currently, I focus my practice on helping small businesses navigate the complexities of business law. I offer a variety of services to help you grow and develop your business, including entity selection, articles of organization, single member or multiple member LLC formation, operating agreements, contract review, negotiation and drafting, service/customer/client contracts, employment agreements and more. My practice includes representation of individual and business clients in commercial business transactions and litigation.. My other practice areas include divorce, dissolution, custody, visitation, and post-decree issues; legal custody and grandparent issues; child and spousal support matters, and the allocation of parental rights and responsibilities.

Concentration in the field of election and campaign finance law, with a
specific focus in taxation of political entities as well as legislation
and the legislative process. Previous employment at the Ohio Senate, former clerk at the Ohio 10th
District Court of Appeals, and extern at the Ohio Supreme Court. Represent and advise candidates, lobbyists, political action committees, and ballot issue committees. Assist clients with compliance with federal and state lobbying laws,
campaign finance and election laws, local and statewide ballot
initiatives and referenda, legislative drafting and all other matters
involving legislation and elections. Bar Admissions: State of Ohio United States Supreme Court United States Tax Court United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. Nonprofit Taxation/Taxation of Political Entities; Political Law; Legislative Law; Campaign Finance

Columbus, Ohio, lawyer Kelly M. Morgan is the managing member of Morgan Law Offices, LLC.  Kelly is a graduate of Capital University Law School where he received his Juris Doctor degree, Magna Cum Laude, Order of the Curia, in 1977.  He received his Bachelor of  Business Administration degree from the University of Notre Dame, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude, in 1973.  While at Notre Dame, he was the recipient of the Haskins & Sells Award for Excellence in Accountancy. While attending law school, Kelly worked for an international accounting firm and completed his experience requirements to become licensed as a Certified Public Accountant in Ohio.  Upon graduation from law school in 1977, Kelly was admitted to the practice of law in the State of Ohio and chose to pursue a career in the private practice of law rather than public accounting.  With a strong business and tax background, Kelly initially focused his practice in the areas of business and estate planning.  A rapidly expanding family law practice emerged from the estate planning as Kelly became involved with individual clients and the needs of their families.  The satisfaction of working with individuals, the success in litigation, and an interest in medicine soon led to representation of clients injured by the tragic consequences of motor vehicle accidents and medical negligence.  Success in this arena has resulted in membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.  While pursuing the rights of injured parties, Kelly soon developed a relationship with three insurance companies where he has served as outside counsel representing policy holders in the defense of claims involving motor vehicles negligence as well as homeowner and commercial liability claims.  The opportunity to advocate for injured parties and to also defend parties who have inadvertently injured others has provided unique experience in handling catastrophic claims involving death and devastating injuries.  The privilege of working with families in these life changing events has led to an invaluable insight into the needs of clients and a sincere appreciation of the opportunity to be of service. Our mission at Morgan Law Offices, LLC, is to strive for the highest level of competence and ethics in serving the best interest of our clients.

Columbus workers compensation attorney Thomas L. Reitz graduated Bowling Green State University in 1992 with a B.A. in Political Science. He attended Capital University Law School and graduated with honors in 1997. In 1998, Tom became an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Ohio. He spent the next six years in the Workers Compensation Section representing the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation and the Industrial Commission of Ohio. While an Assistant Attorney General, Tom conducted numerous jury trials throughout Ohio’s Common Pleas Court system. In addition to conducting jury trials, Tom also practiced before the Ohio Appellate Courts and the Ohio Supreme Court.

Columbus workers compensation attorney Kevin J. Larrimer is the son of Dr. Nye R. Larrimer, the eldest of firm founder Richard N. Larrimer’s seven children. Born in Columbus, Ohio, he is a 1988 graduate of the Columbus Academy. Kevin went on to graduate from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in French in 1993 and from Capital University Law School with a J.D. in 1997. Upon graduating Capital University Law School, Kevin was sworn in to practice before both the State and Federal bars in 1998. Kevin is also an active member in good standing of the Ohio State, Columbus and American Bar Associations.

Columbus workers compensation attorney John H. Larrimer is a proud member of the third generation of Larrimer attorneys to dedicate their careers to protecting and representing injured workers at Larrimer & Larrimer, LLC. Grandson of firm founder, Richard N. Larrimer, John Larrimer was born in Columbus, Ohio on November 8, 1968. John spent grades 1-12 at The Columbus Academy in Gahanna, Ohio before matriculating to Lafayette College in 1987. An avid rugby player, John was the 4-year captain of the Lafayette College Rugby Club. John graduated Lafayette College with a Bachelor of Arts in European History in 1991.

Columbus Ohio Criminal Defense Attorney W. Joseph Edwards grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He is an avid hockey fan, and enjoys learning more about Russia, including speaking the Russian language.. Joe is a former prosecuting attorney and started his Columbus, Ohio law practice in 1990. Attorney Edwards has tried over one hundred felonies before a jury, argued over ten cases before the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, and more than seven cases before the Ohio Supreme Court. He has handled over one-hundred fifty criminal appeals and has represented persons accused in a diverse array of matters, from complex mortgage and securities fraud to civil wrongful death actions.. With regard to the Columbus, Ohio OVI/DUI side of the practice:. From his law offices in Columbus, Edwards practices primarily in Central Ohio, focusing his practice in Franklin, Delaware, Madison, Licking, Pickaway, Ross, Fairfield and Muskingum Counties. Additionally, practicing throughout the Sixth Circuit, focusing mainly in the Northern and Southern Federal Districts of Ohio.

Cliff has represented Social Security and SSI clients for more than 29 years.  Cases are handled before Social Security and at all levels of the federal Court appeals system.  Cliff teaches continuing legal education courses on Social Security for other lawyers and is on the Board of Trustees for NOSSCR, the National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives.. Cliff also handles VA disability claims, and is registered with the VA as an authorized representative of veterans seeking VA benefits.. Cliff has had several cases of significance in federal Courts, including most recently Cole v. Astrue, Commissioner of Social Security, in the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, serving states including Ohio.

Christian Donovan is an experienced real estate, probate and business attorney and serves as general outside counsel to small business owners throughout central Ohio.  Mr. Donovan has been rated by Super Lawyers, an independent rating agency, as a Rising Star the last two years.. Mr. Donovan prides himself on attention to detail, personal relationships, client communication, and effective problem solving and advocacy for his clients.  No matter is too large or too small for Mr. Donovan to handle for his clients.