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Henry A. Arnett is a 1976 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Law. He is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association. He is also very active in the Columbus Bar Association, having served on the Judiciary Committee, the Federal Court Committee and as Chairman of the Labor Law Committee.  His law firm, Livorno and Arnett Co., LPA, represents injured workers, Ohio worker's compensation claimants and numerous labor organizations.

Greg is a partner with ACML working primarily out of Columbus.  He does travel to the Fairborn office several times each month. With 20 years of experience, Greg balances his practice between Workers’ Compensation, Social Security Disability / SSI, PERS Disability and Long Term Disability claims.  He is a frequent speaker on various topics related to workers’ compensation, and especially their inter-relationship to Social Security Disability claims.. Greg is a native of Toledo, OH and graduated from St. Francis DeSales High School in 1987. He received a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Toledo in 1990.  He was honored to be chosen as the Outstanding Graduate in the College of Business that year.  Law school was completed in 1993 also at the University of Toledo.. Away from the office, Greg devotes his time to his family and friends. An accomplished performer and stand-up comic, he regularly contributes his time and talent to the “Merry Go Round”, an annual fundraiser for the Childhood League. Greg also enjoys coaching youth sports and will play basketball with anyone at any time.

Good, honest people get hurt by those who are careless or greedy.  Often, these injustices completely disrupt a person’s life or severely reduce the quality of life they’d previously enjoyed.  For me, it’s the moment when I am able to give people that feeling of relief and peace of mind after they’ve endured such a hardship—that’s the reason I do what I do.

General Commercial Law Practice with concentration on Commercial Real Estate, Residential Real Estate, Real Estate Development, General Commercial Law, Franchising, Financing and Trademark Law.

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.

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 Riddell focuses his practice on the defense of DUI/OVI, criminal and traffic charges in Ohio.  He has represented thousands of OVI, traffic, and criminal defendants in his career and has gained extensive experience litigating cases in courtrooms throughout Columbus and Central Ohio.. He founded Riddell Law after practicing for several years as a staff attorney in the Franklin County Municipal Court with the goal of combining excellent client service and aggressive DUI and criminal defense with affordable fees.. He regularly practices in courthouses throughout Columbus and Central Ohio, including county, municipal and mayor's courts.. He is available to speak with clients 24/7 and will work with clients and potential clients to arrange evening and weekend in person comsultations as needed.  All initial consultations are at no cost to the client.

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.

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.

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 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.

Colin is an experienced DUI, criminal, and traffic defense attorney serving clients in Columbus Ohio and the surrounding areas.  He is a member of the Columbus Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association, and the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.  He will fight for you every step of the way to ensure you get the positive results you deserve.  With over 80 trials under his belt, he knows what it takes.

Charles Kranstuber has been practicing the area of workers' compensation since 1982. He is a graduate of the Ohio State University where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He received his law degree from the University of San Diego in 1979. He is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association, the Columbus Bar Association, and the Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers.. Upon graduation from the University of San Diego, he was employed by the Ohio Industrial Commission as a district hearing officer. The Industrial Commission is the state agency which handles the adjudication of contested matters in the workers' compensation system. After several years with the Ohio Industrial Commission, he was employed as an associate attorney at the law firm Agee, Clymer, & Morgan, where he worked through 1994. He then was hired by the law firm of Livorno & Arnett, where he served as a partner through 2006. Since that time, he has established his own law office, where his practice continues to consist of representing injured workers before the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation and Industrial Commission of Ohio. He is affiliated with Geiser, Bowman and McLafferty LLC, formerly Cecil & Geiser LLC.. Charles Kranstuber has also been active in politics and local government. He served for 12 years as a city councilman in the City of Dublin and also served for 6 years as the mayor of the City of Dublin. In 2006, he was appointed by the governor as the injured workers' representative to the Workers' Compensation Oversight Commission, which is responsible for the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation. The Oversight Commission's duties include making recommendations regarding premium rates, investments, and setting the rules and policies of the Bureau of Workers' Compensation.. Charles Kranstuber has been dedicated to serving the needs of injured workers in Ohio for over 25 years. He recognizes the deep trust placed by his clients and will strive to uphold that trust by working hard and fighting hard for you.

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Certified as a specialist in workers' compensation by the Ohio State Bar Association, Mr. Barnhart has also been Elected to the "Best Lawyers in America" and the Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers Workers' Compensation Hall of Fame in 2002. For the last six years he has been responsible for the Certification Examination for all lawyers seeking to be become certified as Specialists by the OSBA.

BIOGRAPHY OF M. SHAWN DINGUS. Family History. Shawn was born and raised in Flatwoods, Kentucky, a small town located in the eastern region of the state. His father worked as a railroad employee for C&O Railroad, Chessie System and CSX Transportation, and his mother cleaned homes and businesses on a part-time basis. After graduating from Russell High School with honors in 1990, he was the first in his family to attend college, choosing to attend Morehead State University on a  scholarship.. Undergraduate Studies. As a student at Morehead, Shawn was very involved in student government, including serving as president of his fraternity, Lambda Chi Alpha, serving as executive vice-president of the IntraFraternal Council, and running for office in the Student Government Association. In 1994, he was named the University's Greek Man of the Year, for his dedication and commitment to the fraternal system at the university. He graduated from Morehead in 1994 with a Bachelor of Arts in Government and a minor in Philosophy.. Law School. In 1995, Shawn elected to attend the University of Akron School of Law, where he continued to serve in student government, first as Treasurer of the Student Bar Association, and next as President of Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity. Shawn was also appointed to serve as the law school's representative to the American Bar Association in 1997, and served as its representative at the ABA National Convention in San Francisco, California in 1998. In that same year, he received his Juris Doctorate from Akron, graduating in the top 10% of his class, with a cum laude distinction.. Career. Upon graduation and passage of the state bar exam in 1998, Shawn accepted a position as an assistant prosecuting attorney in Morrow County, Ohio. He initially served the county as the prosecutor assigned to prosecute juvenile delinquency cases and represent the Morrow County Children Services Agency in cases involving abused and neglected children. He was later assigned to the adult criminal division, where he prosecuted adults charged with misdemeanors and felonies, which ranged from simple speeding violations to Aggravated Murder.. In 2000, Shawn left the prosecutor's office and accepted an associate position with The Plymale Partnership in downtown Columbus, where he represented individuals in civil matters, which included representation in bad faith actions against insurance companies and wrongful death actions. During his tenure at The Plymale Partnership, he served on the board of the Franklin County Trial Lawyers Association and was presented with the Association's Slugger Award in 2002 for his dedication and commitment to injured victims and their families.. In 2003, Shawn decided to set-out on his own and opened his own law firm, The Law Office of M. Shawn Dingus.   In 2009, Shawn joined Columbus attorney Ronald Plymale to form the firm of Plymale & Dingus, where he  represent individuals and small businesses in civil and criminal matters. He has had the honor of representing hundreds of individuals and businesses in cases ranging from wrongful death actions to divorce and child custody matters.. Shawn is involved in his community by serving on numerous professional and political boards and committees, as well as volunteering for various causes. He is a Board of Trustees member for the Central Community House and also serves on the Board of Directors of the American Constitution Society.  He is also a member of the First Congregational Church in downtown Columbus.. Areas of Practice. Education. Office:

Attorney Charles Zamora is the founder of the Columbus worker's compensation firm, Charles Zamora Co., L.P.A. Since the very beginning of his legal career, Chuck has been involved in the field of workman's compensation.  After he obtained his law degree at the University of Akron, he became an Assistant Ohio Attorney General, representing the Ohio Bureau Of Employment Services (OBES) in defense litigation.  Since then, he has worked in the Worker's Compensation Section of the Ohio Attorney General's Office as well as for numerous private firms. Chuck opened his own practice in 2003.  With over 20 years of legal experience, he is also a certified specialist in the field of workman's compensation.  Call Charles Zamora Co., L.P.A. for an experienced Columbus Worker's Compensation Attorney today!

Attorney Bryan M. Bowen, of Bowen, Scranton, & Olsen, LLC, is proud to serve the central Ohio community where he was raised. A graduate of Worthington High School and its 1990 Boys State Championship volleyball team, Mr. Bowen was also recognized as a National Merit Scholar. He went on to graduate magna cum laude from The Ohio State University with a degree in History and earned his law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. While pursuing his legal education, Mr. Bowen distinguished himself as a Public Service Fellow—honoring his legal work on behalf of underserved communities through the Legal Aid Society of Columbus. Mr. Bowen is certified in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing and holds ADAP certification, bringing valuable skills to OVI/DUI and traffic defense. He is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association and has authored published articles focused on complex criminal trials. Mr. Bowen’s academic distinction, legal training, and community commitment underscore his reputation for providing informed, effective advocacy for his clients.

As an Employment Attorney in Columbus Ohio, Kyle takes a client centered approach in his practice. Kyle makes sure his clients understand the legal process and keeps them informed at every turn. Kyle is dedicated because he loves what he does – getting his clients what they deserve. Kyle believes that in order to be a successful employment law attorney communication with his clients is key and he regularly makes himself available to clients, by call, text, and email, outside normal business hours.. Areas Of Practice. As a Columbus Employment Lawyer, Kyle represents clients in a wide range of matters. This includes wrongful termination, workplace discrimination (based on race, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, military veterans, or pregnancy), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), hostile work environment, sexual harassment, retaliation, unpaid overtime and minimum wage, non-solicitation, severance negotiations, and many more cases. Kyle represents clients in jury trials, arbitrations, unemployment hearings, disciplinary hearings, mediations, and hearings in front of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).. If you want serious representation from an an attorney who understands Ohio Labor Laws, contact me at to schedule a free consultation.

As a young man I learned from my father the idea that if you worked hard everything else would take care of itself.  That is the same work ethic I employ today in every client matter entrusted to me; no matter how big or how small.

As a Partner at Bowen, Scranton & Olsen, Peter J. Scranton brings a distinguished record in criminal defense to the firm. Over the past 20 years, he has participated in more than 200 jury trials and worked in nearly every county in Ohio. Mr. Scranton began his career as a prosecutor with the Columbus City Attorney’s Office, focusing on OVI, domestic violence, and environmental cases such as animal abuse and neglect. A graduate of the Moritz College of Law at The Ohio State University, he later served as university counsel, representing students and faculty in a wide range of legal matters. He has also taught at the university and high school levels, and frequently presents at legal conferences nationwide. Certified in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing and advanced detection and prosecution, Mr. Scranton utilizes this unique technical skill in defending complex cases. He is an active community volunteer, dedicating over 100 hours annually to service—including disaster relief and educational initiatives—and has served as an advisor for student leadership and service programs. Mr. Scranton is a member of the American, Ohio State, and Columbus Bar Associations, and has been honored as part of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100.