Obetz Lawyers

Attorney Brian A. Williams graduated Magna Cum Laude from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. As an undergraduate, he participated in the Politics, Society, and Law Scholars Program. Brian earned his Juris Doctorate, Cum Laude, from the University of Toledo College of Law, where he served as a member of the Law Review. During law school, he gained valuable experience clerking for The Honorable Judge Gene A. Zmuda at both the Lucas County Court of Common Pleas and the Sixth District Court of Appeals for the State of Ohio. Since becoming a licensed attorney in Ohio,...

Mr. Towster provides legal counsel on a broad range of issues, including special education, litigation defense, and labor and employment matters. Mr. Towster is devoted to providing representation to employers and school districts.

I'm a great listener. I love finding solutions for clients.

Kwame Christian joined Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP in August 2020 where he serves as Of Counsel. His practice focuses on representing closely held businesses and their owners in a broad scope of legal needs including business formation and structuring, finance, transactions (including acquisitions and contract preparation and analysis), employment and general business and legal counseling. He is the Director of the American Negotiation Institute (ANI) and a subject matter expert in the field of negotiation and conflict resolution. Kwame has conducted workshops throughout North America and abroad and is a highly sought-after national keynote speaker.

Mike Dortch is a civil trial lawyer with extensive experience litigating cases involving commercial, contract, and probate issues, environmental and energy law, real property rights, and the regulation of the telecommunications industry. More information is available about Mike at the website of the Columubus, Ohio lawfirm of Kravitz, Brown & Dortch, llc. www.kravitzllc.com

We have an outstanding record of successful results for our 100% immigration law practice. We represent clients in immigration matters including employment-based, family-based, and removal litigation. We litigate immigration cases before the Immigration Court, the District Courts, and the United States Courts of Appeals.

We provide assistance in resolving immigration challenges faced by employees and employers, and individuals with a desire to live and work in the United States.

Our firm was consecutively ranked as a Tier 1 law firm in the field of Immigration Law by U.S. News and Best Lawyers, the leading survey of lawyers worldwide in 2010, 2011,...

John primarily focuses his practice on construction law. He represents contractors and project owners in front-end construction contract negotiations, as well as claims arising out of commercial construction projects of all sizes in both arbitration and litigation proceedings. John has litigated cases from inception to conclusion at the trial court and throughout the appellate process, including arguing a complex contractual issue before the Ohio Supreme Court. Although he has extensive experience in civil litigation and focuses his practice on construction law related issues, John has considerable experience assisting businesses with legal matters outside the courtroom. In addition, he collaborates with Taft...

Michael J. Hayes, Esq. is a central-Ohio based attorney specializing in Criminal Defense/OVI. Mr. Hayes started practicing law in 1998 after over a decade-long stint working in the local court system. He understands folks need to be represented by a zealous and diligent attorney who will bring energy and dedication to each and every case to ensure rights are preserved and fundamental liberties are protected.

Mike is a graduate of Wittenberg University with a B.A. in Political Science and he received his J.D. from Capital Law School, He has also served as appellate review counsel for the Ohio Department of...

A first generation college graduate with a goal of becoming an attorney since he was in the third grade, Chris understands firsthand the value of passion and perseverance. You can feel confident that your case will benefit from that same drive. Chris focused his law school curriculum on business law. After graduating from law school, Chris practiced in a general practice law firm for eight years. During those eight years, Chris practiced in the areas of family law, criminal defense, employment law, real estate, and general civil litigation. Since that time, he has practiced almost exclusively in family law. Chris...

Courtney is a founding partner of Cousino & Weinzimmer LLC who has practiced bankruptcy for 16+ years helping thousands of people overcome financial difficulties. Because of this experience, she has the knowledge and understanding of the law required to help people begin the journey to a more secure financial future. Being a part of a boutique law firm that dedicates their skills to one area of law means that she focuses her time on very individualized solutions to managing debt related issues. Courtney is proud to assist in helping people resolve their financial hardships. Outside of the courtroom, she spends significant...

The Law Offices of Dennis C. Belli is a Columbus, Ohio-based law firm that specializes in criminal defense trial and appellate litigation. When I started this firm in 1984, I had one goal in mind - to seek justice and protect the rights of the criminally accused. Our mission is straightforward - to treat every client as an individual deserving of respect, understanding, and aggressive advocacy. Every client is assured of our commitment to thorough preparation, integrity, and the highest standards of the legal profession in the handling of his or her case.

I am an attorney and shareholder at Carlton Fields, a national law firm that provides innovative and strategic solutions to clients in the financial services industry. I have experience advising clients on complex issues involving the creation, marketing and operation of retirement products, platforms and service providers. My main areas of focus include the Employee Retirement Income Securities Act (ERISA), ERISA's fiduciary provisions, the Internal Revenue code, regulation of IRAs and other employee benefit plans. My clients for the last decade have been platform providers, trust banks, RIAs, Broker Dealers, Third Party Administrators, and insurance companies. I hold...

Nathan Akamine, a criminal law and DUI defense attorney, has defended hundreds of accused people and has an impressive record of achieving the best possible outcome; even against formidable charges. In 20+ years of private practice, he has helped hundreds of people accused of crimes. As a former Columbus City Prosecutor and Franklin County Public Defender, he gained valuable knowledge of the inner workings of the State’s system.

I am an experienced trial attorney with a fundamental commitment to results. My practice focuses on emerging issues in technology, computers, and the internet.