Family Law

• Divorce
  Our divorce and family law services are overseen by partner James B. Harris. Admitted to the bar in 1976, Mr. Harris has extensive experience in family law courts throughout central Ohio. Mr. Harris has successfully handled cases involving the division of assets in excess of $45 million, and the identification and division of business interests and assets located both inside and outside the United States.
• Child Support
  Child support and custody — For most people, one of the most emotional and difficult contested issues in a divorce centers on the children. Whether you are trying to secure custody of your children, work out a parenting agreement, address concerns about child support payments, or address your co-parent's disregard for court orders through child custody or child support enforcement, we are here to help.
• Child Custody and Visitation
  For most people, a divorce or child custody battle will be one of the most painful experiences of their entire lives. We understand how difficult ending a relationship can be and encourage you to remember that a bend in the road is not the end of the road. We are here to help you work through the legal challenges that will allow you to turn the corner and take the first steps into your new life.
• Paternity
• Premarital Agreement
  Marriage planning — There are different ways to address settling financial and personal affairs in the event of a divorce or separation. Our firm is available to answer questions, discuss options, draft legally enforceable contracts and review existing agreements, including prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements and partner agreements.
• Guardianship
• Spousal Support
  Divorce — We will take the time to listen to your situation and primary concerns, and we will provide solid, effective representation during negotiations with opposing lawyers and, when necessary unmatched litigation skills in the courtroom. Regardless of whether your primary concerns involve spousal support, asset division, child custody or post-divorce modifications, we are here to defend your best interests.

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  From offices in Columbus, our attorneys provide legal advice and representation for clients in Franklin County, Delaware County, Licking County, Fairfield County, Union County, Pickaway County and Fayette County, Ohio. Call us at 614-464-2572 or contact us by e-mail to arrange a consultation with an experienced Columbus criminal law attorney.
• DUI/DWI
  Operating a vehicle while under the influence (OVI, DUI or DWI) — Most people do not realize the consequences for receiving an OVI, DUI or DWI can be long term and far more serious than a suspended driver's license. Our firm can help you examine your situation, identify the best possible legal options and protect your rights.
• Wrongful Death
  At Harris, McClellan, Binau & Cox, P.L.L., we have successfully represented the interests of numerous victims in personal injury and wrongful death cases. For more than three decades, our top priority has been reaching a positive resolution through the most effective and efficient means possible, including litigation.
• Traffic Violations
• Sex Crimes
• Fraud
• Robbery
• Burglary
• White Collar Crimes
  White collar crimes — If you are facing federal charges for a white collar crime, you want a lawyer who is experienced in both criminal defense and the federal court system. We have that experience. Regardless of the nature of the charges, if you are dealing with a federal crime, we encourage you to contact us to discuss the situation and your legal options.
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  If you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges in a jurisdiction in central Ohio, contact Harris, McClellan, Binau & Cox, P.L.L., as soon as possible. We have a successful record of aggressively protecting the rights of people facing serious penalties in the federal and state court systems.
• Embezzlement
• Drug Crimes
  Misdemeanor and felony offenses — If you have been charged with a serious criminal offense, we are here to help. We have achieved positive resolutions for many people faced with serious sexual offenses, complicated issues involving guns, as well as drug crimes such as possession with intent.
• Assault
• Shoplifting

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
  From offices in Columbus, our attorneys provide legal advice and representation for clients in Franklin County, Delaware County, Licking County, Fairfield County, Union County, Pickaway County and Fayette County, Ohio. Call us at 614-464-2572 or contact us by e-mail to arrange a consultation with an experienced Columbus business and corporate law attorney.
• Mergers and Acquisitions
  Mergers and acquisitions — Our lawyers will manage all legal aspects of the acquisition of a new business or the sale of an existing business.
• Business Formation
• Business Disputes
  Business law — Our business law group includes John H. Kozich, Emily J. Jackson, James B. Harris, Ralph E. Dill, Garth G. Cox, Mark S. Coco, Dan J. Binau, and Edward T. McClellan. Our services include a full range of transactional and litigation and trial services for individuals, partnerships and corporations doing business in Columbus and central Ohio.
• Construction Contracts
• Trade Secrets
• Intellectual Property

Employment Law

• Wrongful Termination
• Employment Contract
  Employment disputes — Our firm has represented both employees and employers in numerous legal concerns, including employment contracts, employment termination, discrimination, wage claims and severance packages.
• Employment Litigation
  At Harris, McClellan, Binau & Cox, P.L.L., we have successfully represented the interests of both employees and employers in a wide variety of labor and employment disputes in courts throughout central Ohio. For more than three decades, we have successfully achieved positive resolutions through both negotiation and litigation.
• Non-compete Agreement
• Severance Agreement
• Sexual Harassment
  Document drafting and review — We will draft and review crucial employment documents such as non-competition agreements, employment handbooks, sexual harassment policies and civil service employment policies.

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  At Harris, McClellan, Binau & Cox, P.L.L., we offer a range of services for individuals and commercial interests requiring legal counsel for transactional or litigation matters related to acquisition, sale, land development and the construction of residential and commercial real estate in central Ohio. With 30 years of experience and knowledge of the real estate market throughout the region, we have earned a place of recognition among the pre-eminent real estate law firms in the Columbus metro area.
• Premises Liability
• Construction Litigation
  Our construction law transactional and litigation services are overseen by senior partner James B. Harris. Admitted to the bar in 1976, Mr. Harris has a lengthy record of successfully representing the interests of owners, general contractors and subcontractors, materialmen, architects and engineers in a wide variety of construction projects and construction law disputes.
• Eminent Domain
• Easement
• Land Use and Zoning
  Our firm will provide legal counsel and representation in a wide variety of real estate and land use issues, including...
• Condominium Law

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  Dealing with a serious personal injury or the loss of a loved one due to an accident can be extremely difficult. Medical bills and other financial problems can get out of control quickly, leaving you feeling frustrated and uncertain about the future. No matter what kind of accident caused the injury, you want a lawyer with the knowledge, resources and experience necessary to achieve the highest compensation due to you under the law.
• Auto Accidents
• Slip and Fall Injury

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  At Harris, McClellan, Binau & Cox, P.L.L., we provide a comprehensive offering of services to help individuals, couples and families with estate planning, probate and estate administration. Our experienced estate, trust, and probate attorneys can assist at any point from the development of an estate plan, through probate and ultimately the administration of the estate, as well as any litigation associated with the process.
• Wills
• Trusts
• Power of Attorney
  Estate planning is the development of a strategy for providing for the present and future needs of a spouse or loved one, while establishing structures for the distribution of property and assets after death. The estate planning services we offer include, but are not limited to, the development of wills, trusts, powers of attorney and health care instructions each designed to accomplish our client's goals for the future including asset preservation and tax avoidance.
• Probate

Finance Law

• Bankruptcy
• Tax Law
  Our established relationship with professionals in psychology, business valuations and tax planning allows us to bring a comprehensive approach and a satisfactory resolution to your most difficult challenges. We are dedicated to maximizing the results of your divorce in a compassionate, yet effective manner.
• Debt Collection
  Debt collection and asset recovery — We will manage all legal aspects of debt collection, including filing adversarial proceedings in bankruptcy court.