Wilberforce Lawyers

Jessica Doogan is an Associate in the Labor and Employment practice area concentrating primarily on Wage and Hour/Overtime violations under the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and applicable Ohio law, Employment Law, and violations of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Attorney John Philip Milton Rutan is the Managing Attorney and Founder of Rutan Law. Rutan Law was opened up in November 2010. His legal career begin in 2002 while attending a paralegal school in downtown Columbus Ohio. After working and training as a paralegal in Columbus for 2 years, John moved to Fort Lauderdale Florida where he was modeled by Roberto Stanziale into the attorney he is today. In 2007 John began law school at The University of La Verne in Ontario California. Before coming to Ohio John concluded his law clerking and paralegal experience in the Public Defender’s office...

Mr. List has been listed in Best Lawyers in America; Ohio SuperLawyers; Business First: Top Lawyers in Columbus; and Best in the US (commercial and personal injury litigation). He is a past president of the Central Ohio Association for Justice, and a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Mr. List limits his practice to complex litigation, including mass torts and class actions

For nearly 20 years, Eric Steiden has been working arduously for business owners and other professionals who have found themselves overwhelmed with the accumulation of debt and/or other financial pressures. He has filed thousands of cases to help individuals and business owners explore bankruptcy options that will benefit their needs most and help ease the associated monetary burdens into manageably controlled assets, once again. Bankruptcy may seem intimidating, but it's becoming increasingly more common for both businesses and families to seek out the help of an experienced bankruptcy attorney when struggling with the difficult decision of whether to file for...

Michael Kahan is a founder and co-managing partner of Jones Kahan Law. He was born-and-raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, and earned his undergraduate degree from The Ohio State University. He attended Northern Kentucky University’s Chase College of Law, where he first met co-founder, David Jones.

Mr. Kahan’s practice is heavily focused on civil litigation, and primarily comprised of personal injury cases. He has dedicated his career to assisting victims of injuries, taking a hands-on and personal approach to every case.

Mr. Kahan handles all types of personal injury cases, including, but not limited to auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, trucking accidents, serious spinal cord...

For over 30 years, Roger Kirk has represented clients in Cincinnati, Butler County, Clermont County, and Warren County. He focuses criminal defense, appellate and personal injury cases. Roger will represent you zealously and guides you through the stressful and difficult litigation process. He will use his knowledge and trial-tested techniques to get the best results for you. If you need help with a criminal defense or personal injury matter, choose Roger Kirk.

Jesse Knowlden has a general practice with an emphasis in criminal defense and civil litigation. He has successfully represented and defended clients facing a range of charges from minor misdemeanors to murder. In the civil context, Jesse has achieved favorable outcomes for his clients in a wide variety of litigation and business matters. Jesse was a law clerk with Cohen, Todd, Kite & Stanford for two years before becoming an attorney. In law school, he served as a member of the University of Cincinnati Law Review and had two articles published. Prior to joining the firm, Jesse served as a fellow...

Elizabeth S. Tuck (formerly Loring) is the founder of The Tuck Firm, LLC ( formerly the Loring Law Office). Lisa has over 16 years' experience advising organizations and individuals on all aspects of employment law in the public and private sector. Lisa has litigated over 80 employment matters in state and federal court and has successfully resolved over 220 employment–related disputes outside of litigation.

The firm’s mission is to provide focused legal guidance to resolve employment disputes and challenges with minimized risk and maximized results. The firms focuses on all aspects of employment law in the private and public...

Business owners need an attorney who understands their passions and can guide them through the complicated and sometimes bumpy road of owning a business. Business owners need an attorney to help them at the starting block, along the course and at the finish line – guiding them as they build their dreams. This is where we come in. My firm is a boutique business and transactional law firm, focusing on entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses across the United States and even overseas. Building on my experiences as a business owner and managing a business, I started my law...

Handling personal injury cases on behalf of people in Columbus and throughout central Ohio, Jacob J. Beausay is a partner at Beausay Law Firm LLC. In all facets of negligence cases — including medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, dog bites, premises liability and products liability — Mr. Beausay has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of clients.

Whether personally advocating for clients or collaborating with other attorneys, Mr. Beausay has a reputation for securing significant verdicts and settlements. He has taken numerous cases to trial in state and federal courts, and he has managed multiple appellate arguments. For these and other...

David Jones is a founder and co-managing partner of Jones Kahan Law. He was born-and-raised just outside of Cincinnati, Ohio, and earned his undergraduate degree from Miami University where he graduated with cum laude distinction. He earned his law degree at Northern Kentucky University’s Chase College of Law and graduated magna cum laude.

Mr. Jones’ practice is heavily focused on personal injury and civil litigation. He has dedicated his career to assisting victims of injuries, taking a hands-on and personal approach to every case. He strives to treat his clients that way he would treat his family, with respect and honesty.

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Attorney Connor Reilly understands that any criminal conviction can have a lifelong impact on a client’s life. That is why Connor handles every case, big or small, with the zealous dedication that it deserves. Since graduating from the University of Cincinnati College of Law, Connor has spent his entire career fighting for his clients in juvenile, misdemeanor, and felony court. Prior to joining our firm, Connor worked within the Hamilton County and Clinton County Court systems. His previous experience working in the Court has given him invaluable insight into the inner workings of the criminal justice system and the ability to...

As Practice Manager at the firm, Jessica ensures that all clients receive the most informative and comprehensive care related to their specific matters. She manages all day-to-day operations of the Practice and makes certain that clients are given the highest level of personalized service from the minute they contact the firm. Since joining the firm, Jessica has served in a variety of capacities. In every role, she has proven to be an invaluable asset in the areas of client management, case coordination, marketing, and the operations of the law practice. She effectively communicates, manages the firm’s resources and strategies, and enables...

Mr. Kettlewell received his BA from Ohio University in 1996 and his JD from Capital University Law School in 2000. He is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Ohio and the United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio. He is AV Preeminent rated and was voted 2012 Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” in Ethics and Professional Responsibility in Columbus, Ohio. His professional memberships include the American Bar Association (Center for Professional Responsibility), Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers (APRL), Ohio State Bar Association, (OSBA) Columbus Bar Association (CBA), and the Central...

After graduating from West Virginia State University in 1996, Stewart Justice earned a Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School, where he was honored with the Order of the Curia for having maintained high scholastic standing and demonstrated character, ability, and love of knowledge in legal scholarship. He clerked for the Chief Justice of the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, interned with the Ohio Supreme Court's Disciplinary Counsel and the Ohio Attorney General's Civil Rights section.

Chris Peifer is a partner in Labor and Employment Practice with extensive experience representing both public and private sector labor organizations throughout the country.

The labor organizations Chris represents and advises are in a diverse number of industries that include the private sector, airline industry, trucking industry and the warehouse industry, among others. Chris also represents labor organizations in the public sector, federal and municipal administrative employees, and firefighters, among others. His work with labor organizations includes collective bargaining, arbitration, and litigation in both federal and state courts and agencies that are charged with enforcing the nation’s labor laws. He...

Sanford A. Meizlish attended law school and graduated from Capital University Law School in 1979. Sanford Meizlish began practicing law in 1979.

Sanford Meizlish is an attorney at Barkan Meizlish, LLP, helping people with Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff issues. Barkan Meizlish, LLP has an office in Columbus, Ohio, serving the local community.

Sanford Meizlish was selected to Super Lawyers for 2009 - 2020. Super Lawyers is an exclusive list of top-rated attorneys in specific practice areas who were chosen after thorough evaluation of numerous criteria.

In addition to addressing Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff legal needs, he also assists clients with Personal...

Neal Barkan joined Barkan Meizlish as a Senior Partner in January 2014 when his firm, Barkan & Barkan Co., LPA, which he founded with his father, Irving Barkan, merged with Barkan Meizlish Handelman Goodin DeRose Wentz, LLP. Neal is a partner and practices in the areas of Personal Injury, Trial Practice, and Negligence Law.

Mr. Barkan graduated from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri in 1975 with the summa cum laude distinction. He received his law degree from the George Washington University, National Law Center, in 1978, where he was active in the legal “street” clinic which served those who could...

The immigration process can be long, drawn-out, and complicated. That is why you need the support of a tried and true attorney who can fight for you and the resolution that is in your best interests. Come to the law firm of Robert Brown and secure the help you need from an Ohio immigration lawyer. Attorney Robert L. Brown received his Juris Doctorate at Cleveland State University, Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. He has been admitted to the Ohio Bar and the Bar for the District of Columbia. Attorney Brown is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the Cleveland...

Chris Hogan is an experienced Litigation Attorney at Zeiger, TIegs & Little. His practice areas include Business, Health Care, Insurance, Professional Liability and Media Law. He represents public and private companies, both non-profit and for-profit organizations. Chris is dedicated to providing skilled and knowledgeable advocacy for clients with business litigation matters.

Chris received his B.A. from the University of Chicago, and his J.D. from the Ohio State Moritz College of Law. He is admitted to practice in the State of Ohio and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, as well as the United States Court of...

A solo practitioner concentrating in the areas of Estate Planning, Business and Real Estate. Suburban Columbus, Ohio practice. Active in the community in Rotary, Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce and other non-profits.

NRW Law Office 8067 Harvest Moon Drive Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 Phone:(888)243-LAW3(5293) Web: www.nrwlaw.net Email: nrw@nrwlaw.net Necol Russell-Washington is an attorney with NRW Law Office practicing primarily in the areas of law relevant to small and mid-sized businesses and nonprofit organizations. In addition, Necol is an...

Lauren Rubin is a highly skilled litigator representing businesses and financial institutions in complex commercial litigation matters. She concentrates her practice on disputes involving commercial contracts, complex transactions, antitrust and other competition-related litigations, securities litigation and regulation, shareholder actions, and government and internal investigations.

Ms. Rubin graduated magna cum laude from Fordham University School of Law in New York City and was elected to the Order of the Coif. She received her undergraduate degree magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania. Ms. Rubin previously was an associate with the New York City based law firm, Cravath, Swaine & Moore, LLP...

Dan Mead represents clients in a wide variety of litigation matters including trust and fiduciary matters, corporate shareholder matters, legal malpractice claims and other commercial litigation matters. Mr. Mead attended the University of Minnesota Law School where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and was elected to Order of the Coif. Prior to attending law school, Mr. Mead graduated from The Ohio State University Summa Cum Laude, receiving a degree in Music Theory.

Kris Banvard represents clients in a wide variety of litigation matters, including commercial contract disputes, tort and agency-law actions, securities law, employment law, media law, First Amendment issues, and attorneys' professional liability.

Before coming to Zeiger, Tigges & Little LLP, Mr. Banvard had a long career in newspaper journalism as a reporter, writer, and editor. Most recently, he was an editorial writer for The Columbus Dispatch. He previously held positions as assistant city editor of the Roanoke (Va.) Times & World-News and reporter with The Sacramento Union.

Mr. Banvard attended Capital University Law School, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude and was...

Gilmore & Delzeith Co., LPA is a law firm headed by attorneys Matthew L. Gilmore and Richard M. Delzeith. Located in Celina, Ohio, our attorneys provide clients with professional and personalized service that is specific to each individual case. Our solid legal services are backed by countless years of experience and strong educational backgrounds. Proudly Serving Mercer County, Auglaize County, Van Wert County, and Darke County. Appointments Available. Let the knowledgeable and skilled attorneys at Gilmore & Delzeith Co., LPA take care of your legal needs. We practice broadly in many areas of law. Our areas of expertise...

Keith is a skilled trial lawyer and mediator with experience handling complex cases and receiving favorable verdicts for his clients.

Attorney, CPA and MBA with a varied transactional practice in Licking County, Ohio, serving clients in Newark, Granville, Heath, Pataskala, Johnstown, Alexandria, Utica, Hebron, Buckeye Lake, and all over central Ohio. Practice areas include estate planning and probate, tax, real estate and business law.

Following ten years of exceptional performance in running a large corporate call center facility, I decided to make a career change and graduated from Salmon P. Chase College of Law in 2007. While I was in a law school, I worked at an organization that helped remove legal barriers for the indigent. This experience developed my interest in solving client's criminal disputes with the government. I have a passion to serve my clients in a manner I would want to be served myself. It was this passion that led me to open my own practice,...

Jill O’Shea specializes in employment law and complex litigation. Jill previously served as Associate General Counsel with Duke Energy Corporation and its predecessor company, Cinergy Corporation. While there, she served as the Head of the Employment/HR/Labor Group from 2003 to 2006. Her areas of practice included employment litigation, preventative law work, advisory work on employment issues, policies and procedures, labor work, and training presentations. From 1999 to 2003, Jill worked as Senior Counsel in Cinergy’s Litigation Section. There, her areas of practice included employment litigation, complex personal injury, property damage, and other litigation, as well as preventative law work. ...

Prior to attending law school, Eric served as Vice President of an Ohio hospital and was the Assistant Chief of the Bureau of Managed Care for O.D.J.F.S. where his responsibilities included designing, implementing, and regulating the statewide expansion of Medicaid Managed Care. Eric founded his law firm in 2007 and served as Special Counsel to the Ohio Attorney General for 14 consecutive years. Eric's practice is currently focused on Social Security Disability and Workers Compensation cases. Eric earned his bachelor degree from Ohio University (B.S., 1995) and continued his higher education by receiving both his Master of Business Administration and...

For over 35 years, I have been helping people rebuild their lives due to life changing events of divorce, the break up of a long term relationship with children, and domestic violence. Our office provides clarity on the law, gives you confidence on how to proceed, and control over your case.

Our website contains numerous complimentary reports on issues you are facing. We offer a free phone consultation for you to ask questions and determine if we’re the right fit. We provide a reduced fee initial consultation with a case audit to lay out the roadmap for your situation.

Over the course of her career, Cynthia has practiced all areas of immigration law before agencies such as USCIS, the Department of Labor, the Executive Office of Immigration Review, and appellate work to the Board of Immigration Appeals and the Federal Circuit Courts of Appeal. She is fluent in Spanish and has extensive experience providing clients with counsel on best immigration practices through employment, investment, family and humanitarian processes. Her professional interests include nonimmigrant visas such as H-1B, O-1, TN, E-2 and other visa categories, lawful permanent residency for both employment and family-based applicants, and waivers. Cynthia is a member...

Kathleen D. Mezher graduated from Miami University as a scholar-athlete cum laude in 1981 and from University of Dayton School of Law in 1984. Kathleen founded the firm in 1987 and is licensed to practice in both Ohio and Kentucky. Kathleen represents clients in cases for wrongful death, personal injury, bankruptcy and estate administration.

Darla E. Kaikis has taken a non-traditional path in her pursuit of representing injured workers before the Industrial Commission of Ohio.
Darla primarily represents injured workers in the northwest Ohio area, attending hearings in both the Lima and Toledo Industrial Commission offices. We have cases in many, if not all, of the counties in this region including Williams, Fulton, Paulding, Auglaize, Wood, Henry, Hardin, Defiance, Hancock, Van Wert, Putnam, Allen and Mercer.
Darla is a member of the Ohio State as well as the Columbus Bar Association. She is also a member of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists.