Carley Kranstuber

Pursuant to a merger with the firm in which he was a principal since 1985, Alan has been a Partner at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP since 2015. He primarily works with closely held and family businesses of all types and the individuals and families who own those businesses. Alan’s practice areas cover a broad range of business and personal matters, including – tax-exempt nonprofits; real estate; estate planning and estate & trust administration; planning, structuring, and f...

Marc has been recognized by his peers as a Best Lawyers in America for his outstanding work in Employment and Labor Law. He regularly represents public and private employers in all areas of labor and employment relations, including all facets of contract negotiations, litigation, mediation, conflict resolution procedures, disciplinary matters (arbitration and civil service), the daily administration of internal policies, state and federal laws, and collective bargaining agreements. He serves ...

Heather B. Sobel is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Heather B. practices law in Columbus, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Heather B. Sobel since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Heather B. Sobel is held by other lawyers.

Jim Abrams represents clients in civil litigation matters with a focus on commercial litigation and appellate practice. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Jim works with businesses and individuals involved in complex disputes in state and federal courts. He draws on decades of business and financial leadership experience to help clients address litigation challenges with practical, business-minded counsel. Before entering the legal profession, Jim held executive leadership positions at both publicly tr...

John A. Gambill is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction. John A. practices law in Columbus, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized John A. Gambill since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which John A. Gambill is held by other lawyers.

William Nesbitt is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of DUI / DWI Defense. William practices law in Columbus, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized William Nesbitt since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which William Nesbitt is held by other lawyers.

Mark E. DeFossez has practiced litigation for more than 42 years and represents plaintiffs in personal injury and wrongful death cases in Columbus, Ohio, and throughout the state. His practice includes medical malpractice , motor vehicle accidents , industrial accidents , dangerous products , and other cases involving serious injury or death. As a personal injury litigation attorney with Donahey Law Firm LLC , Mark has obtained substantial results for individuals and families affected by cata...

James E. Arnold is recognized as one of Ohio's top trial lawyers. He was recognized by Best Lawyers as Central Ohio's "Securities Litigation Lawyer of the Year" in 2012, as the "Bet-The-Company Litigation Lawyer of the Year" in 2013, 2016, 2021, 2024 and 2026, and as the "Intellectual Property Litigation Lawyer of the Year" in 2014. Since 2001 he has consistently been recognized by Best Lawyers in multiple fields, including bet-the-company, personal injury (plaintiffs and defense), commercial...

Angelique Paul Newcomb is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Angelique Paul practices law in Columbus, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Angelique Paul Newcomb since 2019. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Angelique Paul Newcomb is held by other lawyers.

Jeffrey S. Hiller is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Jeffrey S. practices law in Columbus, Ohio Best Lawyers has recognized Jeffrey S. Hiller since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Jeffrey S. Hiller is held by other lawyers.