William M. "Bill" Harter

James V. Maniace is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Law, Energy Law, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law. James V., who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2016. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James V. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Rachel has been awarded the SuperLawyers Rising Star award in years 2015-2019, an honor bestowed on only 2.5% of attorneys. Rachel was chosen as a member of The Ohio State Bar Association’s Leadership Academy for 2017, which she enjoyed immensely.

Jane Higgins Marx joined Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP in August 2000 and practices estate and business planning, probate, probate litigation, business succession planning and elder law. Jane counsels individuals, business owners, executives and caregivers on matters of estate planning, estate and gift taxation, income taxation of trusts and estates, charitable giving, business succession and probate. She provides comprehensive planning for disability, including counseling on special needs...

Nicole R. Woods is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation. Nicole R., who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicole R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Carol Sheehan practices real estate law and taxation law at Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP. She focuses on the development and ?nancing of a?ordable housing and represents real estate developers (both for pro?t and non-pro?t), as well as other small businesses. Carol joined CPM in June 1977. She was formerly a co-managing Partner and is currently chair of CPM’s Commercial Practice Group.

TRUSTED. SMART. CREATIVE. CARING. Those are the four words that drive Andrew every day. Everyone at Grossman Law Offices strives to embody those words each and every time we work on behalf of a client. With our practice limited strictly to family relations law, we know that our clients are going through an incredibly difficult, emotional and uncertain time. Keeping that in mind each and every day helps us help our clients. Andrew was born in Columbus and began his practice alongside his fathe...

Pamela S. Krivda is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Pamela S., who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Pamela S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Matthew R. Wilson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Matthew R., who practices law in Columbus, Ohio, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Named a top attorney in his field, Ben joined the firm Fishel Downey Albrecht & Riepenhoff LLP in 1999. He became a partner in 2008. Always willing to “go the extra mile,” this avid cyclist and runner has been known to join clients in a bike ride or marathon. This philosophy has earned him the respect of clients, peers and even opposing counsel. Strong Support for Municipalities Ben advises cities, townships, counties and public officials throughout Ohio on all labor and emplo...