Preparation before pressure: files built early, built well and built to last
We gather records and facts at the very start, so court deadlines never force rushed decisions later.
About us
Practical counsel for Ohio families & owners
Whitford Legal opened in 1998 with one idea: people deserve a lawyer who explains things clearly and answers the phone. Today our attorneys serve families, owners and injured people from offices in Columbus and Dublin.
How a matter moves
A clear process from the first phone call to the final court filing
Four stages, each closed with a short written summary, so you always know exactly where your matter stands.
First consultation
We listen, review your papers and explain your options and the deadlines.
Case strategy
You receive a written plan that lists the steps, the timing and the fee terms.
Documents and filings
We draft, negotiate and file for you, and send a copy of everything we sign.
Resolution and follow-up
We close the matter and tell you which papers to keep and when to check back.
Client-first practice
Plain answers: helping every client decide with calm and confidence
We would rather spend an extra hour explaining a document than have a client sign something they do not fully understand.
28+Years in practice
Serving Central Ohio families and businesses since 1998.
3,900+Matters opened
From a single will to multi-year business relationships.
What guides us
People first, one matter and one family at a time, always.
Three habits shape how every attorney at the firm handles your case, from the first call to the final filing.
- 01Preparation before pressure
- 02Honest advice about risk, cost and timing in your matter
- 03Communication
Honest advice about risk, cost and timing in your matter
You hear the weak points of your position from us first, along with a realistic budget and timeline.
Communication: always knowing exactly where your case stands
Updates arrive at every milestone, and your questions are answered within one business day, by phone or email.
Our attorneys
Meet the people behind your case
Each attorney leads a practice group and works directly with clients from the very first meeting to the last filing.
