Columbus, OH – August 20, 2026 – Best Lawyers honorees are selected through a peer-review process evaluating professional excellence within specific practice areas and geographic regions. The firm’s recognized attorneys span 14 practice areas and 1 location, including:
- Misty H. Aldrich – Trusts and Estates
- Anthony T. Betta – Commercial Litigation
- Brandon A. Borgmann – Trusts and Estates
- Jack C. Butler – Banking and Finance Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, and Tax Law
- Jordan C. Butler – Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Kwame O. Christian – Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Dennis J. Concilla – Litigation – Securities, Securities / Capital Markets Law, and Securities Regulation
- Eric J. Estadt – Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Bryan K. Hogue – Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Trusts and Estates
- Geoffrey S. Kunkler – Trusts and Estates
- Jane Higgins Marx – Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Trusts and Estates
- Joseph M. Patchen – Banking and Finance Law, Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Construction Law, and Real Estate Law
- Brent D. Rosenthal – Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, and Real Estate Law
- Carol A. Sheehan – Nonprofit / Charities Law
- Michael A. Smith – Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) and Corporate Law
- David A. Swift – Trusts and Estates
- Alan K. Veatch – Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, and Trusts and Estates
“We are proud to see this exceptional group of attorneys recognized by their peers. Their dedication, expertise and leadership continue to elevate the standard of excellence across the legal profession,” said Phil Greer, CEO of Best Lawyers.
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About Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP
Carlile Patchen & Murphy LLP (CPM) has been providing legal excellence to businesses, families, and individuals for over 55 years. CPM is a trusted partner through complex business and personal circumstances. The attorneys at CPM provide skilled guidance in the areas of Banking & Finance, Business Services & Transactions, Employment, Family Wealth & Estate Planning, Family Law, Insurance, Intellectual Property, Litigation, Municipal Law, Non-Profit Services, Probate, Real Estate, Securities, and Taxation.
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About Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers® is the most established global network of legal professionals, providing elite lawyers and law firms with tools to enhance visibility, credibility and client engagement. Built on a rigorous peer-review process, Best Lawyers delivers data-driven legal recognition while offering industry insights and tech-forward marketing solutions. Powering Best Law Firms®, we simplify the law firm selection process, fostering confidence between firms and clients. Learn more at www.bestlawyers.com and www.bestlawfirms.com.
To search for recognized attorneys by location and specialty, visit www.bestlawyers.com.
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