$ 275-325 per hour
Paul Walter Leithart II
About Paul
Biography
The main focus of my practice is litigation, primarily in the areas of business disputes, real estate, insurance and personal injury, representing both plaintiffs and defendants. Litigation can be time consuming, expensive and emotionally draining. I therefore continually analyze the costs and benefits of filing a lawsuit and pursuing the case. The most successful outcomes occur when the case is pursued with the expectation that a trial will occur. If the case does not settle, then we are ready for trial.
I also have an active practice in real estate, both residential and commercial, involving sales/purchases, refinance, landlord-tenant and leases. I am the managing member of a small family owned real estate business and use my personal experience to represent my clients.
Our law firm also has represents businesses and individuals who are experiencing financial hardship including in bankruptcy and receivership matters.
I also have an active practice in probate law and estate planning, including Wills, Trusts, and lawsuits arising in Probate Court.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
30%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Ohio for 44 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
Strip, Hoppers, Leithart, McGrath & Terlecky Co., L.P.A.
575 South Third Street, Columbus, OH, 43215
Strip, Hoppers, Leithart, McGrath & Terlecky Co., LPA
48 South High Street, Dublin, OH, 43017
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Posted by anonymous | January 05, 2009
Excellent Lawyer
Truly cares about the people he is working with Very prompt and does an excellent job Able to explain things in a manner that I could understand
Posted by anonymous | December 31, 2008
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Attorney Paul Leithart has been for me the most competent attorney that I have ever worked with. His knowledge of the law amazes me, and yet he is a very humble person.
Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2008
Arnold Holmes
Highly recommended. Among the best.
Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2008 | Business
Excellent and Knowledgeable Legal Council
We have used Paul Leithart for our legal council for at least 20 years. Mr. Leithart has been an excellent lawyer for our company representing us in a variety of matters. He has shown versitility, honesty, reliability and has shown the ability to be knowledgeable on the subjects at hand after detaile...
Paul Walter Leithart II's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Leithart provides excellent representation for his clients. My experiences with Mr. Leithart include matters involving litigation, mortgage foreclosure defense, and arbitration of construction defect. In each matter, Mr. Leithart demonstrated that he was an exceptionally skilled attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is the lawyer you want in your corner. He takes the time to analyze and truly understand his clients' issues. Paul's work ethic, along with his legal acumen, enable him to provide best-in-class legal guidance and representation. Paul is a true professional."
"I have worked closely with Paul and found him to be very knowledgeable, and capable. I endorse him without hesitation."
"I endorse Paul's work. He is a versatile and resourceful advocate, with a fine working knowledge of both business law and litigation. I would trust him to be my personal counsel if I needed legal services. Harold Paddock, Columbus, Ohio"
"Mr. Leithart is an excellent litigator and I endorse his work without reservation"
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Paul and I co-counseled in the defense of a sexual harassment case and I was impressed with his knowledge of the law, his litigation skills and his negotiation skills."
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Experience
Honors
2003
Parent's Board Vice President Recognition, Hillsdale College Parent's Board
1997
SAFETY DIRECTOR RECOGNITION, CITY OF GAHANNA
Work Experience
1983 - Present
Shareholder/Vice President, Strip, Hoppers, Leithart, McGrath & Terlecky Co., L.P.A.
2008 - 2011
Ethics Committee, Columbus Bar Association
Associations
2010 - Present
Voice CorpsRadio Reader to the Blind
2007 - Present
Central Ohio Association for Justice
1985 - Present
Committee to Elect James McGregorTreasurer
Columbus Bar Association
Member
Ohio State Bar Association
Member
Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers
Member
2011 - 2011
City of GahannaCandidate - Gahanna City Attorney
2008 - 2011
Columbus Bar AssociationEthics Committee
2002 - 2003
Hillsdale College Parent's BoardVice President
2000 - 2017
City of GahannaMember/Civil Service Commission
1987 - 1997
City of GahannaSafety Director
Sample of Legal Cases
Injury Case/Uninsured Motorist Settlement
Settlement
Company A v. Company B
Judgment Collected in Full
Client vs. Insurance Company
Settled for policy limits.
Kimberly Doe vs. Allison Doe
Settlement for Policy Limits
Insurance Company vs. Jane Doe
Case settled - claim insured and fees paid
Mortgage Company vs. John Doe
The case was dismissed by the Plaintiff.
Company vs. Jane Doe
Judgment rendered for approximately $1.4 million.
Receivership-Real Estate
Decision for our client - damages awarded for approximately $1.9 million.
Education
1981
Capital University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor/Cum Laude Honors
1977
Hillsdale College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Residential Landlord-Tenant Law in Ohio
Landlord-Tenant Law
1995
Daughters of the American Revolution
The United States Constitution
1995
Child Custody and Divorce
Intitial Client Conference
1991
WCVO Radio Program
Wills and Trusts
1989
Busymen's Club
"Witness" by Whittaker Chambers
Publications
1980
Capital University Law Review
"Workers Compensation-Appeal Claim,"
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
My mother has POA of my father, who has passed. She wants to transfer POA to her grandson> How would she go about that?
13 May 2020
Q&A
Can I serve a 3 Day Notice to Leave Premises for nonpayment of rent in the middle of serving a 30-Day Notice to Terminate?
28 Aug 2009
Q&A
Can a contractor hold payment for services already completed?
06 Nov 2009