Our Careers

For more than 59 years, Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP (CPM) has provided exceptional legal services to businesses, families and individuals throughout Ohio. We develop long-term relationships with our clients, so they have a trusted partner to support their legal needs through the course of their professional and personal lives.

We are searching for a collaborative thinker ready to deliver the highest level of legal representation to our valued clients. CPM Real Estate Litigation Attorney candidates can expect to provide legal advice and guidance to clients facing high-stakes property disputes. From commercial lease conflicts to title challenges and construction defect claims, your work will directly influence the value, use, and future of real property assets. You will have the opportunity to shape litigation strategies, negotiate resolutions, and represent clients in matters with significant financial and operational consequences.  A book of business preferred.

Join our team of self-motivated professionals that share the values of teamwork, integrity, dedication and service. We offer our attorneys excellent mentorship, the potential for partnership, opportunities to make a meaningful impact through service to bar associations, and educational initiatives in our local communities.

Location: Grandview, OH

What You Will Do | Role Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Cultivate and strengthen client relationships, actively develop new business opportunities, grow a book of business, and generate new client engagements in support of the continued growth of the firm’s practice.
• Manage a case docket from start to finish
• Maintain and independently handle all assigned cases and report case progress to the practice group leader.
• Represent clients in state and federal courts, as well as in arbitration and mediation, on a wide range of real estate disputes.
• Handle cases involving breach of real estate contracts, boundary and easement disputes, landlord-tenant conflicts, title and ownership challenges, zoning and land use issues, and construction-related claims.
• Draft and argue motions, oversee discovery, and conduct depositions.
• Collaborate with surveyors, appraisers, engineers, and other experts to build strong cases.
• Advise clients on risk mitigation strategies to prevent future disputes.
• Negotiate settlements that protect client interests while minimizing litigation costs.
• Collaborate, communicate, and cooperate with CPM’s team on assigned cases.
• Provide exceptional legal services to clients.

About You | Qualifications

• Juris Doctor Degree from a nationally accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in the state of Ohio
• Admitted to practice law in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
• Minimum twelve (12) years of experience in real estate litigation or complex commercial litigation with a real estate focus.
• Strong courtroom advocacy skills and the ability to manage cases from inception to resolution.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Stay current on real estate law developments, zoning regulations, and industry trends.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to develop and strengthen client relationships.
• Book of business preferred.

The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits and a great work environment. Interested candidates should forward a resume and salary requirements to:

Human Resource Manager
Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP
950 Goodale Blvd., Suite 200
Columbus, OH 43212
Email: CPMEmployment@cpmlaw.com

For more than 59 years, Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP (CPM) has provided exceptional legal services to businesses, families and individuals throughout Ohio. We develop long-term relationships with our clients, so they have a trusted partner to support their legal needs through the course of their professional and personal lives.

We are searching for a collaborative thinker ready to deliver the highest level of legal representation to our valued clients. CPM Probate & Fiduciary Litigation Attorney candidates can expect to provide strategic legal advice and guidance in disputes involving estates, trusts, fiduciary duties, guardianships, and related matters. In this role, you will represent clients through all phases of probate and fiduciary litigation, helping to protect assets, uphold fiduciary responsibilities, and resolve complex and often emotionally charged disputes with professionalism and compassion.  A book of business preferred.

Join our team of self-motivated professionals that share the values of teamwork, integrity, dedication and service. We offer our attorneys excellent mentorship, the potential for partnership, opportunities to make a meaningful impact through service to bar associations, and educational initiatives in our local communities.

Location: Grandview, OH

What You Will Do | Role Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Cultivate and strengthen client relationships, actively develop new business opportunities, grow a book of business, and generate new client engagements in support of the continued growth of the firm’s practice.
• Manage a case docket from start to finish
• Maintain and independently handle all assigned cases, and report case progress to the practice group leader
• Conduct legal research, draft motions, discovery requests, and other court filings.
• Handle depositions, mediations, and court appearances with confidence and professionalism.
• Advise clients on fiduciary duties, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution options.
• Collaborate, communicate, and cooperate with CPM’s team on assigned cases
• Provide exceptional legal services to clients

About You | Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate Degree from a nationally accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in the state of Ohio
• Admitted to practice law in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
• Minimum twelve (12) years of experience in probate, trust, or fiduciary litigation (or a strong litigation background with a desire to specialize).
• Strong research, legal writing, document review, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Empathy, discretion, and the ability to guide clients through emotionally sensitive matters.
• Stay current on probate and trust law developments to provide cutting-edge legal counsel.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to develop and strengthen client relationships.

The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits and a great work environment. Interested candidates should forward a resume and salary requirements to:

Human Resource Manager
Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP
950 Goodale Blvd., Suite 200
Columbus, OH 43212
Email: CPMEmployment@cpmlaw.com

For more than 59 years, Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP (CPM) has provided exceptional legal services to businesses, families and individuals throughout Ohio. We develop long-term relationships with our clients, so they have a trusted partner to support their legal needs through the course of their professional and personal lives.

We are searching for a collaborative thinker ready to deliver the highest level of legal representation to our valued clients. CPM Employment Litigation Attorney candidates can expect to provide legal advice and guidance to clients on diverse legal matters and manage multiple projects under minimal direction. The successful candidate will be expected to represent clients in disputes involving wrongful termination, discrimination, wage and hour claims, and restrictive covenants. Your advocacy will not only influence case outcomes but also help set precedents that foster healthier, more equitable workplaces.  A book of business preferred.

Join our team of self-motivated professionals that share the values of teamwork, integrity, dedication and service. We offer our attorneys excellent mentorship, the potential for partnership, opportunities to make a meaningful impact through service to bar associations, and educational initiatives in our local communities.

Location: Grandview, OH

What You Will Do | Role Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Cultivate and strengthen client relationships, actively develop new business opportunities, grow a book of business, and generate new client engagements in support of the continued growth of the firm’s practice.
• Manage a case docket from start to finish
• Represent clients in state and federal courts, as well as before administrative agencies such as the EEOC and state labor boards.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial.
• Advise clients on employment law compliance, risk management, and dispute resolution strategies.
• Draft and review employment agreements, severance packages, and workplace policies.
• Conduct workplace investigations and prepare findings reports.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in mediations and arbitrations.
• Maintain and independently handle all assigned cases, and report case progress to the practice group leader
• Collaborate, communicate, and cooperate with CPM’s team on assigned cases
• Provide exceptional legal services to clients

About You | Qualifications

• Juris Doctor Degree from a nationally accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in the state of Ohio
• Admitted to practice law in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
• Minimum twelve (12) years in employment litigation or a strong litigation background with a focus on labor and employment law.
• Strong courtroom advocacy skills and experience managing cases from intake to resolution.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• A client-first mindset with the ability to navigate sensitive workplace issues with discretion.
• Stay current on evolving employment laws and regulations to provide proactive counsel.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to develop and strengthen client relationships.
• Book of business preferred.

The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits and a great work environment. Interested candidates should forward a resume and salary requirements to:

Human Resource Manager
Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP
950 Goodale Blvd., Suite 200
Columbus, OH 43212
Email: CPMEmployment@cpmlaw.com

For more than 59 years, Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP (CPM) has provided exceptional legal services to businesses, families, and individuals throughout Ohio. We develop long-term relationships with our clients, serving as trusted advisors who support their legal needs throughout the course of their professional and personal lives.

We are searching for a collaborative, strategic attorney ready to deliver the highest level of legal representation to our valued clients. CPM Business & Governance Litigation Attorney candidates can expect to provide legal advice and counsel on a broad range of business disputes while representing corporations, boards, executives, shareholders, and business owners in sophisticated litigation matters. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex litigation in state and federal courts from inception through resolution while advising clients on corporate governance, fiduciary obligations, shareholder rights, partnership disputes, and other high-stakes commercial matters.  A book of business preferred.

Join our team of self-motivated professionals who share the values of teamwork, integrity, dedication, and service. We offer our attorneys exceptional mentorship, a clear path to partnership, opportunities to make a meaningful impact through leadership in bar associations, and educational initiatives within our local communities.

Location: Grandview, OH

What You Will Do | Role Responsibilities

“Essential functions” are primarily job duties that employees must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation made by the employer.

• Cultivate and strengthen client relationships, actively develop new business opportunities, grow a book of business, and generate new client engagements in support of the continued growth of the firm’s practice.

• Manage a litigation docket from inception through final resolution, including pre-suit strategy, discovery, trial, appeal, arbitration, and settlement.

• Represent corporations, boards of directors, executives, shareholders, business owners, and other clients in complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts, as well as arbitration proceedings.
• Advise boards, executives, and business clients on corporate governance best practices, fiduciary duties, risk mitigation strategies, and business dispute resolution.
• Handle disputes involving shareholder derivative actions, breach of fiduciary duty claims, partnership and LLC disputes, corporate control contests, contract disputes, and other complex commercial claims.
• Draft and argue dispositive motions, oversee all phases of discovery, conduct depositions, appear in court, and negotiate favorable settlements in high-value matters.
• Collaborate with transactional attorneys and other practice groups to align litigation strategy with clients’ broader business objectives.
• Identify legal and business risks and develop practical, strategic solutions to mitigate exposure.
• Maintain and independently manage all assigned matters while keeping the Practice Group Leader informed of case status and developments.
• Collaborate, communicate, and work effectively with attorneys and staff across the firm.
• Provide exceptional legal counsel and client service while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
• Stay current on developments in corporate governance, business litigation, and applicable state and federal law.

About You | Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

• Admitted to practice law in the State of Ohio.

• Admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio.

• Minimum twelve (12) years of experience in complex commercial or business litigation, including corporate governance, shareholder, fiduciary duty, or other sophisticated business disputes.

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex, multi-party, high-value litigation matters from inception through resolution.

• Strong advocacy skills, including exceptional legal research, writing, motion practice, oral argument, and courtroom experience.

• Practical experience conducting depositions, managing discovery, negotiating settlements, and handling hearings and trials.

• Strong business judgment with the ability to understand clients’ operational objectives and provide practical legal advice.

• Ability to identify legal and business risks and recommend effective strategies to mitigate those risks.

• Reputation for integrity, sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when advising business leaders and clients.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a demonstrated ability to develop, strengthen, and maintain client relationships and contribute to business development.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment while managing matters independently.

The firm offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a great work environment. Interested candidates should forward a resume and salary requirements to:

Human Resource Manager
Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP
950 Goodale Blvd., Suite 200
Columbus, OH 43212
Email: CPMEmployment@cpmlaw.com

Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP (CPM) is seeking a Business Law Attorney with a Construction Focus to support the legal needs of construction industry clients including contractors, developers, suppliers, engineers, and design professionals. The ideal candidate will have strong business transactional experience and a working knowledge of legal issues commonly faced in the construction lifecycle, from formation and financing to project management and contract negotiation.

Location: Grandview, OH

What You Will Do | Role Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted counsel to construction-related businesses on entity formation, ownership structuring, and corporate governance

• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts, including AIA documents, development agreements, and vendor/subcontractor terms

• Advise clients on business transactions including asset purchases, joint ventures, and buy-sell agreements

• Counsel clients on risk mitigation strategies, employment matters, insurance and bonding requirements, and dispute resolution

• Support clients with licensing, regulatory compliance, and lien and payment enforcement procedures

• Collaborate with CPM’s litigation, real estate, and finance attorneys when construction projects touch multiple practice areas

• Assist with succession planning and business transition strategies for closely held construction businesses

About You | Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Licensed to practice in Ohio

• 4+ years of experience in business law or commercial transactions

• Construction industry knowledge or prior work with construction-related clients preferred

• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail

• Team player with business-minded approach to client service

• Excellent communication, client management, and analytical skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

The firm offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

To apply, please send your resume and salary requirements to:
Human Resource Manager
Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP
950 Goodale Blvd., Suite 200
Columbus, OH 43212
Email: CPMEmployment@cpmlaw.com

Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP (CPM), a 58-year-old regional law firm with offices in Grandview and Dublin, Ohio, is seeking an Employment Law Attorney with at least five years of experience in employment and general business law. The successful candidate is a licensed Ohio attorney who is motivated, detail-oriented, and interested in long-term partnership potential within a collaborative and professional work environment.

Location: Grandview, OH

What You Will Do | Role Responsibilities

“Essential functions” are primarily job duties that employees must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation made by the employer.

• Advise clients on employment law issues including wage and hour compliance, employment discrimination claims, employee handbooks, and general workplace policies

• Represent clients in employment-related claims, including administrative actions and litigation involving workers’ compensation, unemployment compensation, and employee grievances

• Draft, review, and negotiate employment agreements, severance packages, and settlement agreements

• Work closely with businesses to mitigate legal risk and promote proactive HR compliance

• Participate in business development through relationship-building with clients and referral sources

• Contribute regularly to the firm’s marketing efforts by writing articles, presenting at seminars, and participating in networking events

• Collaborate with attorneys in the Business Law Practice Group on overlapping matters

• Serve on at least one firm committee or task force to support firm-wide initiatives

About You | Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio

• Minimum 5 years of experience in employment law required

• General business law experience strongly preferred

• Proven experience handling employment discrimination claims, wage and hour issues, workers’ compensation, and unemployment claims with minimal supervision

• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and referral sources independently

• Actively involved in local bar associations and legal community engagement

• Strong oral and written communication skills; public speaking experience is a plus

• Organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities

• A collaborative team player with interest in long-term firm growth and leadership

The firm offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collegial work environment.

To apply, please send your resume and salary requirements to:
Human Resource Manager
Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP
950 Goodale Blvd., Suite 200
Columbus, OH 43212
Email: CPMEmployment@cpmlaw.com

Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP, a Columbus, Ohio law firm, seeks a highly motivated, organized, and outgoing professional to join our Creditors’ Rights Group Account Services team as a full-time Account Services Liaison. This role supports case management and client communication within a fast-paced legal environment.

What You Will Do | Role Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include:

• Document Preparation: Assist in preparing pleadings, including complaints, discovery materials, and motions.
• Client and Court Communication: Respond to inbound calls from courts, defendants, and clients.
• Case Management: Manage cases from placement through post-judgment proceedings, ensuring compliance with both firm and client reporting standards.

About You | Qualifications

Candidates who meet the qualifications below are encouraged to apply:

• Experience: Prior experience in creditors’ rights is a plus, though not required; litigation experience preferred.
• Professional Skills: Self-motivated, highly organized, detail-oriented, and outgoing.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to handle inquiries professionally.

The firm offers competitive salaries and benefits and a great work environment. Interested candidates should forward a resume and salary requirements to our Human Resource Manager at CPMEmployment@cpmlaw.com.

Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP, a Columbus, Ohio law firm, is seeking an experienced and trusted Executive Assistant to support our Family, Wealth, and Estate Planning Practice Group.

What You Will Do | Role Responsibilities

In this role, you will provide strategic, high-level administrative support that keeps priorities organized, workflows moving, and daily operations running smoothly, enabling the attorneys you support to stay focused on complex work and exceptional client service.

This position calls for a highly organized, proactive professional who communicates clearly, manages sensitive information with care, and stays ahead of shifting needs. You should be comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Experience supporting executives in a law firm or professional services environment is strongly preferred, along with a bachelor’s degree. If you are a proactive, detail-driven professional who thrives in a high-performance culture, we invite you to bring your expertise to our team.

Responsibilities:

• Control calendars of multiple assignments by acting as gatekeeper; prepare necessary documents for execution by proactively reviewing calendars and making necessary accommodations for client meetings.
•  Draft estate planning documents such as powers of attorney, wills, trust agreements and probate pleadings.
•  Assist with client matter management including preparation of engagement letters, preparation of client intake materials, scheduling client meetings and calls, managing document e-signing, and scheduling client follow up.
• Proofread and edit correspondence, memoranda, and court filings.
• Attend client meetings with managing attorney to witness and notarize estate planning documents; conduct client meetings as necessary for simple estate plans; provide notarization services for clients who stop in office; meet with clients who drop off documents and have questions – answer as appropriate or obtain answer.
• Provide positive contact with clients, referral sources, potential clients.
• Assist with incoming and outgoing client and court communications such as phone calls, emails, mail, and fax.
• Send and retrieve documents via Right Signature and Sharefile.
• Assist with client file maintenance, records management, and practice group projects; monitor follow up diary system to maintain contact with existing estate planning clients; maintain newsletter database of clients via Constant Contact; maintain list of website referrals and attorney assignments; assist with updating and creating Forms for Estate Planning; docket for tax work, probate, etc.
• Provide support in the preparation of exhibits to pleadings and tax returns.
• Assist assignments with board memberships/volunteer duties as necessary (document drafting, editing, creating, sending items out electronically for signature, etc.
• Train new team members the best practices for FWP
• Enter time entries for monthly Accounting Dept. close; review and collaborate with A/R and A/P as necessary to provide quickest client service.
• Edit newsletter articles / publications as required; serve as a backup to other legal assistants in other departments and receptionist as necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• Self-motivated – a team player who collaborates well with other team members but can take ownership of responsibilities
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly proficient with Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Proficiency with certified mail.
• Positive contributor to CPM team culture – possesses a do whatever it takes attitude
•  Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

About You | Qualifications

Candidates who have the following additional experience is a plus:

• Drafting legal documents and research
• Ability to analyze financial information
• Tax preparation and software
• Certified Notary
• PowerPoint

The firm offers competitive salaries and benefits and a great work environment. Interested candidates should forward a resume and salary requirements to our Human Resource Manager at CPMEmployment@cpmlaw.com.