Creola Lawyers

Born and raised in Licking County, Attorney Seth Smith earned his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. He went on to graduate from Campbell University School of Law in Raleigh, North Carolina. On return to Ohio, Seth interned in the Licking County Prosecutor’s Office where he discovered his passion was actually for criminal defense. Since pursuing private practice, Seth has represented numerous clients charged with felonies, misdemeanors and federal crimes. Seth also regularly practices in Franklin County Domestic Relations and Licking County Domestic Relations court representing clients in complicated custody battles, divorces, and other family issues....

Mike’s legal practice is focused on representing investors and developers in a wide range of real estate matters, including acquisitions, developments, sales and leasing, litigation, and opportunity zone consulting. Mike has experience representing clients on residential and commercial transactions, with a focus on representing clients in the acquisition of multi-family apartment properties. Mike has also advised clients on more than $500M of opportunity zone related projects.

Attorney Christopher Junga has always had a passion for public service. Between private practice and his work with various Public Defender Offices in Ohio, he brings over 23 years of criminal defense experience to Luftman, Heck & Associates. With his wealth of legal knowledge and nearly 100 jury trials across the state, Chris is a resource for clients and a zealous advocate for those facing life-changing circumstances.

I help been helping people and families in the Columbus Ohio and surrounding areas for more than 23 years. I will personally handle your case from start to finish, explaining each step of the process so you know what to expect. You deserve quality representation at a fair price. Why pay more than you should?

Zachuary Meranda is a dedicated criminal defense lawyer practicing in the Columbus, Ohio area. Attorney Meranda graduated cum laude from Thomas M. Cooley Law School and was admitted to the Ohio State Bar in 2008, as well as the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio in 2009. Today, he pursues his passion of defending individuals who have been wrongfully accused of all types of crimes. Attorney Meranda began his career as a public defender with the Washtenaw County Public Defender’s Office. He came to realize that he was the last line of defense for many, which cultivated his...

In 1971, Mr. Malek entered into private practice and opened his own law firm in Columbus, Ohio. The Law Firm of Malek & Malek emphasizes representation of those people tragically injured in workers' compensation accidents, automobile collisions, dog bite and other serious injury events. For nearly 40 years, he has provided expert legal services to the community, representing many fine people and citizens of greater Columbus and surrounding counties.

Since 1983 I have been assisting people with legal matters both in and out of court. Whether it is a social security or workers’ compensation claim, a question regarding adoption, a divorce or dissolution, land contract, Will, personal injury claim, or other matters, I can help. Whether you are seeking an attorney for a one-time case or to assist you in other areas, sometimes over a period of years, you will be sharing information with me about your life. The information you give me is confidential and is vital to me in order to give you proper legal advice. Therefore,...

The Attorneys at the Bainbridge Firm, LLC are committed to providing thoughtful, competent & personal consideration of your legal concerns. For more than 50 years we have counseled thousands of individuals needing assistance with Workers' Compensation, Social Security Disability and Personal Injury Claims throughout the State of Ohio. We are committed to protecting the rights of workers throughout the State of Ohio, not only by representing injured workers but also by working closely with the Ohio Legislature, The Bureau of Workers' Compensation and the Ohio Industrial Commission to ensure that Ohio's workers are adequately represented.

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).

Practice areas include business and commercial litigation, product liability and personal injury defense, fire investigation and litigation, insurance coverage, large loss subrogation, and cyber security. Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (NAFI). AV rated.

The Nemecek Firm, Ltd. offers a comprehensive range of immigration services to clients across the U.S. and abroad. Built on a passion for delivering highly effective legal representation throughout every stage of the immigration process, the firm is dedicated to treating each case with great attention and care. This dedication combined with The Nemecek Firm's intricate knowledge of the complex immigration laws and vast experience has enabled the firm to provide first-rate solutions in a time efficient manner. The firm's core practice areas include: Employment-based Immigration [Temporary Work Visas (H-1B, TN, L-1, O-1, E, etc..);Green Cards (PERM, extraordinary ability, national interest waivers,...

John Bates is a Columbus, Ohio based attorney who handles criminal defense, traffic, motor vehicle accident, child custody, divorce, and Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases. I practice in central Ohio, which includes Franklin, Delaware, Union, Knox, Licking, Fairfield, Pickaway, and Madison counties. I have been representing families and their legal needs since 1993. I represent clients at all levels of the Ohio state and federal court systems. With over 20+ years of legal and litigation experience, I am strongly qualified to handle your specific legal situation. As your attorney, I provide quality and affordable legal representation...

Four million dollar verdicts. One multi-million dollar verdict.

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...

Tamas Tabor graduated cum laude from Ohio State University’s Moritz College of Law. He also holds a B.A. in philosophy summa cum laude from the University of Akron and a master's degree in the same discipline from Central European University. He scored in the 97th percentile on the Ohio Bar Examination.

Tamas' vast experience in the criminal law distinguishes him as a practitioner and an academician, capable of elucidating complex legal issues at trial, while simplifying intricate theories for clients. He honed his communication skills while serving as an adjunct professor at the University of Akron, Walsh University, and Malone University.

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I am Carl McCoy, Attorney at Law. I have provided personalized, competent and affordable legal services to residents of central Ohio for more than 30 years. I assist individuals with issues in family law, probate and estate planning, criminal defense, personal injury law, and other areas where legal help is needed.

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

Being a criminal defense lawyer is more than a job for Nicholas Fagnano. Whether it involves negotiations with prosecutors, filing motions, or trials, when necessary, he knows what’s on the line for his clients and is excited about defending people in a system that often gets things wrong.

Attorney Kip Malek attended Capital University Law School, where in May 2014 he graduated Summa Cum Laude. While at Capital, Kip received CALI awards, signifying the highest grade in the class in both Ohio Workers’ Compensation and Business Associations. Prior to going to law school and becoming an attorney, Kip worked in the video game industry. Some of the titles he’s had the opportunity to work on include Saint’s Row and Guitar Hero. He’s developed for the PS2, PS3, Xbox, Xbox 360, Wii, and PC. Currently Kip represents workers' comp clients in administrative hearings at the Ohio Industrial...

Attorney Zachary Olah is driven by helping people. When potentially life-changing criminal charges confront his clients, he knows they will face obstacles. And while he can’t always make the obstacle go away, he can guide them through difficult times. Originally from Reynoldsburg, Ohio, Zach pursued a legal career after a school trip to the State House, where he witnessed arguments concerning the laws that affect people’s lives. After attending college and Capital University Law School, where he clerked with the county prosecutor’s office, Zach began practicing criminal defense law. He spent 17 years with the Franklin County Public Defenders Office, working...

My practice has transitioned over the last few years. The largest area of practice is Estate Planning (helping families prepare for a death and minimize legal work needed following a death in their family) and helping families with legal work necessary after a death in their family. It's referred to as "Probate" work. However, with proper planning, it should be referred to as Probate/non-Probate legal work. I have helped families in hundreds of cases from large, complex matters to small non-complex matters. The people that you plan for will likely be your family. We can help you make a plan...

Rhiannon is an employment lawyer in Columbus, Ohio. Rhiannon represents employees in claims for wrongful termination, retaliation, discrimination, unpaid wages, and other issues.

Rhiannon believes early and frequent communication with her clients is essential to effective representation, and she regularly makes herself available by phone, text, or email, including outside normal business hours.

If you want serious representation from an employment attorney Columbus Ohio, contact Rhiannon at Rhiannon@MansellLawLLC.com.

Mansell Law
1457 S High St
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 610-4134

Doug Malek focuses his practice almost exclusively on workers’ comp. Doug wants to ensure that the workers of Ohio will continue to be able to receive the compensation and medical benefits that they are entitled to through the workers’ compensation system. In his spare time, he enjoys playing with his young boys, Aidin and Malcolm, and relaxing with his wife at home or strolling in the park.

Ben has been a member of Malek & Malek Law Firm since 2007. He clerked here as a student at Capital University Law School in Columbus and was hired on as an associate attorney upon being admitted to the Ohio State Bar in 2008. Ben focuses his practice on workers’ compensation, dog bite, personal injuries matters.

My name is Nicholas Pasquarello, Owner and Founder of NP Immigration, LLC. I am a Columbus-based attorney who specializes in the practice of immigration law. I have of experience representing immigrants yearning to build a life for themselves and their families in the United States and am particularly experienced in Immigration Court/Removal Defense and Asylum We offer a wide array of services to zealously represent the best interest of our clients.

Greetings! I'm Troy, a seasoned attorney with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional legal guidance and support. Currently, I serve as a practicing attorney at Northwest Law and hold the position of Regional Counsel for Northwest Title Family of Companies. Professional Background: I wear two hats in the legal realm. As a practicing attorney with Northwest Law and Regional Counsel for Northwest Title Family of Companies, I've honed my skills in real estate law while primarily serving the South Central Ohio Region. Before joining Northwest in 2017, I successfully managed my own general practice for three years. Today, my practice focuses on...

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...

The Attorneys at the Bainbridge Firm, LLC are committed to providing thoughtful, competent & personal consideration of your legal concerns. For more than 50 years we have counseled thousands of individuals needing assistance with Workers' Compensation, Social Security Disability and Personal Injury Claims throughout the State of Ohio. We are committed to protecting the rights of workers throughout the State of Ohio, not only by representing injured workers but also by working closely with the Ohio Legislature, The Bureau of Workers' Compensation and the Ohio Industrial Commission to ensure that Ohio's workers are adequately represented. Chris devotes his time to hearings before...

Robert Huff Miller is a problem solver leveraging intellect, integrity, and intensity for the benefit of his clients. As a seasoned trial attorney with real-world business experience, Rob regularly prosecutes and defends claims involving commercial contracts, closely-held business disputes, leases, class actions, personal injuries, employment matters, and a variety of other substantive areas. Rob has significant experience litigating claims ranging in value from $10,000 to tens of millions of dollars before trial and appellate courts and arbitration panels. Rob has the proven ability to close deals by negotiating and drafting complex agreements to further clients’ business objectives and, when necessary,...

Born and raised in the Youngstown area, Sonia Walker moved to Southern Ohio to earn her Bachelor’s degree from Ohio University. After graduating with honors from Capital University Law School, she decided to make her home in the Columbus area and is proud to raise her three children as Buckeye fans.
As an assistant prosecutor, Sonia gained valuable trial experience during her time with the Franklin County Prosecutor’s Office. After moving to private practice, she broadened her litigation experience to include insurance defense, discrimination, personal injury, appellate, and social security disability cases. In addition to her current Bankruptcy practice,...

Since he began his practice in 2003, Mr. Forman has devoted his career to representing individuals in employment and civil rights litigation, including discrimination, retaliation, wrongful discharge, sexual harassment, and employment contracts. He also litigates police misconduct and First Amendment cases, as well as criminal cases.

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...

Bankruptcy, Divorce, and Criminal Defense Attorney with the law firm of Barr, Jones & Associates LLP providing legal services in Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland, Ohio. We built a better law firm because our clients matter most.

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.

Rob is a trained mediator and this training, along with his extensive litigation background, has helped him successfully mediate many civil cases in an alternative dispute resolution setting, rather than the more formal and, at times, more intimidating, judicial forum. He is licensed to practice in all federal and state courts; in Ohio and West Virginia, and he has extensive experience representing creditors in the areas of consumer and commercial collections in both states. Rob’s area of concentration also includes the representation of businesses; in general and commercial litigation matters, throughout Ohio and West Virginia. Additionally, Rob is an active...

Licensure and health care attorney providing representation to medical and legal professionals, their corporations, organizations and medical staffs in regulatory, disciplinary, and administrative matters including licensure, clinical privileging, 3rd party payor terminations; fraud and abuse audits/civil, criminal or administrative actions, governmental program terminations and reinstatement.

Workers compensation attorney Joseph F. Navin, II was born in 1960 in New York City, where he attended grade school. Joe then attended and graduated the Choate School in Wallingford, Connecticut. After graduating Choate, Joe attended and graduated the Ohio State University in 1984 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science. Joe then attended and graduated Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio. He received his Juris Doctor degree in 1987, with Honors, magna cum laude. He also served on the Capital University Law Review.

Kristin Rosan is a partner in the law firm of Madison & Rosan, located in the German Village community of Columbus, Ohio. Ms. Rosan’s practice concentrates in all aspects of administrative law, general real estate law and business litigation. She represents real estate brokerages, agents, auctioneers and appraisers in matters relating to professional standards, contract disputes and litigation. She serves as an administrative hearing officer for several state agencies and handles appellate review of administrative decisions. Her practice includes services as a real estate license law expert witness and representation in general business litigation, including breach of...

Over 40 years of experience in Southeastern Ohio.